Most of us will have to deal with chapped lips at some point this winter...
...and some of us will wind up with REALLY chapped lips. Regular lip balm or Chap Stick are definitely the best defense for avoiding the problem, or treating a mild case – but if the chapping is severe – you’ll need something a little stronger. Dermatologist Kathleen Welsh says over-the-counter 1% hydrocortisone is the way to go. Apply that 3 or 4 times a day to reduce swelling, soreness and flaking. After working it into the chapped skin, you’ll want to use an unflavored lip balm over it to seal the moisture in.
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