Our lips are very tender — they don’t have melanin, so they are susceptible to sunburns, and we can destroy their protective cover simply by licking them (the enzymes in our saliva do the damage). So all of us can use a trick or 2 to have smooth, healthy, and kissable lips.

A nice smile is always appealing. Bright Side has collected a list of ways you can keep your smile beautiful and avoid chapped and dry lips.

Avoid matte lipsticks.

Yes, they are trendy, but matte lipsticks will dry out your lips. This is why Instagram stars use extensive treatments and moisturizing primers to avoid damage to their lips while showing off new products or makeup trends.

Use a lip scrub.

Exfoliation is crucial for healthy lips, yet acidic exfoliants are damaging, so it’s better to stick to natural treatments. You can buy them (check the ingredients list thoroughly) or make them yourself. The base should be an oil (such as shea or coconut oil) with a natural fine sugar as an exfoliant. For taste or personal pleasure, you can add essential oils or mashed fruits and vegetables.

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