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QuestionHow can I prevent my lips from flaking when I'm putting on lipstick?Ashleigh Grounds is a Makeup Artist and Hair Stylist based in Austin, Texas. Ashleigh has over 11 years of cosmetology experience. She studied cosmetology in Dallas, Texas and completed a two-year hair salon apprenticeship in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia with Toni & Guy Hair Salon. She is accredited by the International Board of Cosmetology, is a certified Babe Hair Extension Professional, and is a certified Brazilian Blow Out Professional. Ashleigh was voted the best Hair Stylist in Austin for 2012 by RAW Artists and was voted in the top 20 salons for 2020 in Austin by Expertise. Ashleigh's work has been featured in Talentmagazines, BlogTalkRadio, KXAN, and Studio 512.If you take good care of your lips in general, you're less likely to have flakiness. Keep your lips moisturized all the time, and exfoliate them regularly with a scrub. If it's still an issue, use a lip primer before you put on your lipstick to fill in the cracks a little.
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QuestionCan I use a flavored lip balm?Community AnswerYes, there are no ill effects to using a flavored lip balm, just don't use it every day, as it will actually dry out your lips more if not used in moderation.
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QuestionDoes Vaseline help?Community AnswerVaseline is petroleum jelly. For some people, it may help. If it doesn't help you, you can try a lip balm or an oil (such as coconut oil).
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QuestionIs it okay to use a balm that contains dye?TrixyyCommunity AnswerFor sure, as long as it does the job. I use tinted lip balms and my lips never get chapped.
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QuestionShould you use Vaseline every day?Community AnswerYou can. Lips can dry out quickly, so it's a good idea to use a moisturizer every day.
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QuestionCan I apply lipstick?Community AnswerYes. Put the petroleum jelly on your lips as normal, wait for it to dry, then apply your lipstick as normal.
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QuestionCan I put on the petroleum jelly and then exfoliate the dead skin cells with a toothbrush?Community AnswerYes. This will make your lips feel much smoother and they will look healthier.
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QuestionI am allergic to petroleum jelly. Can I use substitutes such as coconut oil or shea butter?Community AnswerCoconut oil works well. You could apply olive oil once a day to your lips to protect them from the cold.
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QuestionShouldn't I check the ingredients in the lip balm to make sure it is natural to avoid future problems on my lips?Community AnswerIt's always a good idea to check the ingredients for products you use, especially for eye/lip products, and especially if you already know you're sensitive to certain ingredients, in order to prevent any future complications.
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QuestionCan I apply the petroleum jelly and sugar scrub on the edges of my lips?Msm_kae07Community AnswerNo, it will irritate you. If you just stick to the jelly, you should be fine.
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QuestionIsn't it true that petroleum jelly is a barrier against moisture? Shea butter is the most logical.Cecilia FloresTop AnswererPetroleum jelly is actually a very good moisturizer because it not only provides moisture, but it helps lock it in. Shea butter is also a very good option, too, but both work just fine.
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QuestionWhat should I do if petroleum jelly and lip balm do not work on my lips?Community AnswerTry something natural, such as milk cream, cucumber, coconut oil or honey.
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QuestionDo I have to use brown sugar?Community AnswerBrown sugar is ideal, but you can use different kinds of sugar as well.
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