Lip cream for dryness, cracks in the pharmacy is good. Reviews

The delicate skin of the lips, unlike other surfaces of the body, is devoid of sebaceous glands, which makes it the most sensitive to temperature extremes, external influences and stress. Frost, wind, ultraviolet rays, as well as constant smiles, touching the tongue, hands and kisses often cause minor injuries that appear both on the very surface of the lips and in the corners mouth.

Small cracks and peeling without time to heal lead to the formation of bleeding wounds that look unaesthetic and cause a lot of inconvenience. Coping with increased dryness special creams and balms will help

filled with medicinal ingredients and oils that prevent the drying effect of environmental factors.

Reasons for the appearance of cracks on the lips

Lip care is formulated to fight small cracks, chapping and flaking caused by inadequate hydration. The absence of the stratum corneum and sebaceous glands makes the surface of the lip epithelium very sensitive to any weather fluctuations.

All the reasons for the appearance of chapping, dryness and flaking can be divided into the following:

Causes	Description
Seasonal, associated with the change of seasons	In winter, the surface of the lips suffers from frost and cold wind, as well as temperature fluctuations between the subzero outside temperature and the warmth in a heated room; in the fall, a sharp cold snap and associated respiratory diseases, leading to a runny nose and forced breathing through the mouth, which provoke a strong dryness of the skin of the lips, have a negative effect; in the spring, a problem with the skin provokes vitamin deficiency, as well as a general decline of the body after a cold winter; in summer, the lips dry out due to the high air temperature and the aggressiveness of the sun's rays.
Medical reasons	Fever leading to general dehydration of the body; cheilitis, accompanied by swelling, redness and the formation of small bursting, but very painful, blisters; herpes infection that causes ulceration; atopic dermatitis, which dries up the skin and provokes the appearance of cracks; taking antibacterial drugs that violate the microflora of the skin and intestines.
Caused by mechanical stress and improper nutrition	Frequent licking of the lips, which draws moisture from the skin; biting, leading to microtrauma and bacterial infections; smoking associated with the touch of cigarettes and the drying effect of tobacco smoke; touching dirty hands, biting the caps of pens and pencils, provoking the appearance of an infection; eating sour and salty foods. The former increase the sensitivity of the skin, while the latter gradually draw out moisture from it.

In addition to external factors, internal processes can also negatively affect the condition of the skin of the lips. the body, including a deficiency of vitamin B, healthy fats and Omega 3, as well as malocclusion.

During the off-season, not only the surface of the skin suffers from dehydration and cracks, but also the corners of the lips, where small injuries (arrivals) are formed that cause discomfort when talking and smiling. The reasons for their formation are the same as for peeling skin, plus a visit to the dentist requiring a wide open mouth, hypothermia and improper wearing of braces can be attributed to this.

How to choose a cream for dryness

Lip cream for dryness is selected depending on the condition of the skin and your own preferences. Cosmetics intended for the treatment of sensitive tissues should contain vegetable oils and an extract aloe vera, nourishing, moisturizing and regenerating the skin, as well as effectively preventing the aggression of external natural factors. In the summer, it is also necessary that the cosmetics contain an SPF factor, which prevents the aggressive effects of sunlight.

Products with beeswax and shea butter will also help to cope with chapping, but the pleasant aroma and texture of the cream, chosen by each person to his liking, is of particular importance.

Dry lip creams

Pharmacy lip care cosmetics are used in cases where light balms and nourishing lipsticks were powerless, and also as an additional, restorative agent, contributing to the rapid restoration of the skin of the lips in the cold season and off-season. In the list of the most popular pharmacy anti-dryness creams:

Bioturm Lip Repair Cream

German moisturizing cream-care for dry and chapped lips, which can give tenderness and softness, as well as have a protective and soothing effect. The rich texture of cosmetics and the yellow color that instantly disappears after application are due to the presence in the composition of honey and extract calendula, characterized by good nutritional and regenerating qualities, and reliably coping also with strong, bleeding cracks.

Composition of cosmetics:

• water;
• glycerol;
• Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis oil;
• alcohol;
• squalane;
• polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate;
• Simmondsia Chinensis seed oil;
• acacia Decurrens;
• jojoba oil;
• beeswax;
• polyglyceryl-3 ethers;
• Copolymer of Brassica Campestris / Aleurites Fordi Oil;
• Prunus Armeniaca seed oil;
• Ricinus Communis Seed Oil;
• magnesium sulfate;
• tocopheryl acetate;
• glycyrrhetinic acid;
• extract of flowers of calendula officinalis;
• ectoine;
• zinc;
• Planifolia vanilla fruit extract;
• sodium levulinate;
• Helianthus Annuu seed oil.

You need to apply the cream in a thin layer repeatedly, as needed throughout the day.

The cost of cosmetics is 830 rubles.

Belweder. Regenerating lip cream

The regenerating cream has an original formulation, and thanks to the herbal components included in the composition, it contributes to:

• softening and smoothing the skin of the lips;
• good nutrition and hydration of tissues;
• acceleration of natural regeneration processes;
• protection of delicate skin from adverse environmental factors (cold, sun, strong wind, dry air).

Thanks to its soft, instantly absorbing structure, the cream does not leave marks and can be used in conjunction with decorative lipstick.

As part of cosmetics:

• shea butter;
• limnantes alba oil;
• rapeseed oil;
• beeswax;
• lanolin;
• vitamin E.

During application, a small amount of cream must be squeezed out of the tube onto the tip of your finger, and then gently spread the transparent consistency over the surface of the lips. It is recommended to use the cream 1-2 times a day as needed (including under makeup).

The cost of the cream is 540 rubles.

Avene cold cream stick

Anti-dry lip cream provides maximum moisture to the tissues and is recommended for severe peeling and chapped lips.

Cream cold containing thermal water, thanks to its formula:

• provides maximum filling of tissues with moisture;
• nourishes and regenerates chapped skin;
• protects from the traumatic effects of frost, wind and sunlight;
• heals microcracks formed on the surface of tissues.

Cosmetics that quickly soothe and regenerate the skin from the first minutes of use give the lips the necessary comfort, and due to its quickly absorbing, almost invisible structure, it can be used together with the lip lipstick.

The cream contains:

• Castor oil;
• lanolin;
• glycerol;
• tocopherol and tocopherol acetate;
• thermal water Avene;
• squalane.

It is necessary to apply the cream-kodl as needed, but at least 1-2 times a day, evenly distributing the consistency over the surface of the skin.

The cost of the cream is 870 rubles.

AEVIT. Lip gel

Lip gel with vitamins A and E helps to quickly and effectively moisturize tissues, nourish them with vitamins, and also protect against the aggressive effects of frost, cold wind and dry air. Effective as a healing agent for microcracks and irritation, the gel is quickly absorbed, penetrating into the deep layers of the skin and provides complete care and a feeling of comfort.

Composition of cosmetics:

Components	Action
Vitamins A and E	Provide antioxidant action; stimulate collagen synthesis; protect and effectively moisturize fabrics.
D-panthenol	Smoothes and softens the skin while helping to heal the resulting wounds.
Shea and peach butter	Nourish and regenerate tissues, giving them softness.
Aloe vera	Provides maximum hydration to dry skin.
Calendula extract	It has an antiseptic and wound healing effect.
Cacao butter	Softens and nourishes fabrics.

You need to apply the gel with your fingertips, easily distributing the transparent consistency over the surface of the lips. The cost of the gel cream is about 175-200 rubles.

Belita-M Aurum Moisturizing Lip Cream with Gold

Lip cream for dryness from the Belarusian cosmetic concern Belika-M provides maximum hydration sensitive skin of the lips, and thanks to the constituent components contributes to their additional increase and seal.

The cream with a delicate texture gently and delicately cares for the lips, nourishing, softening and protecting them, and with regular use (more than 4 weeks) helps to gain additional volume and plumpness, as well as improve the natural shade lips.

As part of cosmetics:

Components	Action
Sym 3DTM	A German ingredient based on clove oil, with regular use, it gives the lips additional volume, beautiful shape and density.
Colloidal gold	Fills cells with energy; improves blood microcirculation; enhances the natural tone of the lips.
Hyaluronic acid	Maximum hydration of the tissues, while providing an anti-aging effect in the fight against wrinkles appearing in the corners of the lips.

You need to use the cream twice a day, applying a small amount to the skin previously cleared of decorative cosmetics. It is not recommended to use the cream when microcracks appear.

The cost of the cream is 332 rubles.

Healing lip creams

Lip cream with moisturizing, restoring and regenerating ingredients can not only effectively fight dryness, but also soften the skin, while promoting the rapid healing of bleeding and many unpleasant sensations, cracks.

La Roche-Posay Cicaplast

Revitalizing balm-barrier from the French cosmetic concern, created specifically to take care of damaged skin of the lips.

Providing an instant feeling of comfort and relieving pain, the active ingredients of the cosmetics are:

• promote the healing of microtraumas on the lips, near the nose and in the corners of the mouth;
• moisturize and nourish tissues, preventing the reappearance of cracks;
• restore the protective, lipid skin barrier.

The cream contains:

Components	Action
D-panthenol 5%	An instantly healing and pain-relieving ingredient that helps soften and smooth tissues.
MP-lipids	Restores the protective skin barrier.

You can apply cosmetics as often as necessary, lubricating damaged skin with a colorless, creamy consistency. It is also acceptable to use the balm as a makeup base.

The cost of the barrier balm is about 500 rubles.

Allergika Lip Repair Cream

The cosmetics from the German concern restoring delicate and damaged skin of the lips contain medicinal components designed to treat and relieve symptoms:

• atopic cheilitis;
• eczema of the oral area and lips;
• angular cheilitis;
• perioral dermatitis.

A cream that promotes hydration and healing of tissues during treatment with systemic retinoids easily and quickly copes with:

• dry and chapped lips;
• cracks in the corners of the mouth;
• redness around the lips with frequent licking.

Unlike other pharmaceutical preparations, Allergika cream has a long-lasting effect, restoring, smoothing and protecting the tissues of the lips.

The cream contains:

• glycerol;
• panthenol;
• allantoin;
• p-anisic acid.

The cream is recommended by leading European dermatologists for basic and therapeutic care. Approved for use on damaged and severely injured skin. Does not contain alcohol, fragrances, dyes and parabens, which makes it completely safe for use by persons prone to allergic reactions.

You need to apply the cream 1 or 2 times a day using an airless patented vacuum dispenser, which allows you to use cosmetics as conveniently and economically as possible.

The cost of the cream is 820 rubles.

Blistex

An advanced lip cream ointment with moisturizing and healing ingredients to help eliminate herpes infections, maximize skin hydration and heal cracks.

The cream contains 4 medicines intended for:

• quick fight against pain and itching;
• elimination of water blisters, ulcers and wounds;
• restoration of cracked skin;
• maximum tissue moisture.

The composition of the cream-ointment:

Components	Action
Dimethicone 1.1%	Increases the protective properties of the skin.
Champhor 0.5%, Menthol 0.6%, Phenol 0.5%	Cooling tissue and fast pain relief.

Inactive components of medicinal cosmetics:

• allantoin;
• ammonium hydroxide;
• beeswax;
• calcium hydroxide;
• cetyl alcohol;
• glycerol;
• lanolin;
• lauric acid;
• mineral oil;
• myristic acid;
• oleic and palmitic acid;
• paraffin;
• petrolatum.

You can use cosmetics:

• to relieve itching and pain with herpes;
• for the treatment and restoration of cracked tissue on the lips;
• as a smoothing agent before applying makeup.

You need to apply cream-ointment 3-4 times a day, lubricating the affected skin with a viscous texture.

The cost of the ointment is 360 rubles.

BioMe Healing Lip Cream.

Natural medicinal cosmetics from the Siberian concern are filled with herbal extracts and beeswax to help protect the skin of the red border of the lips from chapping and ultraviolet rays, as well as promote the rapid healing of already formed wounds and cracks.

The cream contains:

Components	Action
Jojoba oil	Moisturizes the skin and removes the feeling of tightness and flaking; promotes healing of cracks; protects against ultraviolet radiation.
Apricot kernel oil	Saturates the skin with vitamins while softening it.
Shikonin oil	Anti-inflammatory, wound-healing and antibacterial component that prevents herpes infection and inhibits ultraviolet radiation.
Beeswax	Softens, nourishes and regenerates by covering the skin with a protective film that prevents moisture evaporation.

It is recommended to apply a cream-gel on the lips in a thin layer in the morning and in the evening. You can use a transparent texture as a makeup base.

The cost of the cream-balm is 230 rubles.

Lip balm "Propolisny"

Healing, softening and moisturizing lip cream with antifungal and antiviral properties designed to restrain the growth of pathogenic microorganisms, has a healing effect and improves the condition lips.

Active ingredients of cosmetics:

Components	Action
Geranium essential oil	Moisturizes and protects the skin while preventing the appearance of cold sores.
Tea tree essential oil	Restores, protects and strengthens, preventing skin diseases.
Olive oil	Moisturizes, relieves redness and irritation, and nourishes the tissue.
Coconut oil	Gives velvety and softness, while preventing the negative effects of external factors.

You can apply the balm 2-3 times a day as a therapeutic or prophylactic agent. It also allows the use of cosmetics as a base for decorative make-up.

The cost of the balm is 185-220 rubles.

How quickly can cracks heal?

You won't be able to quickly deal with chapped or cracked lips. The whole process of skin regeneration will take about 5-7 days, taking into account the absence of a secondary infection brought in by dirty hands, a cup or a cigarette. Vitamin deficiency can also slow down the recovery process, as a result of which dermatologists persistently advise to choose the right diet, supplemented if necessary with vitamin complexes and Omega 3, 6, 9.

Cracks, small wounds, peeling and chapped lips are common symptoms of changing seasons and vitamin deficiency. The absence of the stratum corneum makes the lips the most sensitive organ to any internal or external changes that need constant care and protection, achieved with daily use of creams for dry and flaky lips that maintain optimal moisture levels and prevent injury fabrics.

Dry lip treatment video

Recommendations of a dermatologist if lips dry: