It might not seem like that big of a deal, but if you’ve ever looked in the mirror and noticed dry, cracked, or peeling lips, you know how annoying (and sometimes painful) the aftermath of lip biting and/or licking can be.
Been there? Me too.
The good news? You can break the cycle. And I’ve got a couple of favorite lip lifesavers that can help: Lipz Service Lip Scrub and Lipz Lip Balm. The scrub will polish, and the balm will protect. Ahhhh!
Why Do We Do This to Our Poor Lips?
So why, oh why, do we bite or lick our lips anyway? Usually, it’s something we do without even thinking. Some reasons:
- You’re nervous or anxious about something going on in your life
- Your lips feel dry, and you’re trying to “fix” them
- You’re just bored (we all have our little habits)
Here’s the thing, though—licking your lips makes them worse, not better. Saliva dries them out even more, and biting damages the skin further. It’s like a never-ending cycle that I know you want to break.
The Lip Biting/Licking Loop (Yup, It’s a Thing)
Here’s how it usually goes: Your lips feel dry → you lick them → they dry out even more → you bite or pick at the dry skin → now they’re irritated and cracked → and it just keeps going.
Breaking out of that loop takes a little awareness and some TLC. That’s where the Lipz Service Lip Scrub and Lipz Lip Balm come in. They make you mindful of caring for your lips, and are total game changers.
First Things First: Smooth It Out with Lipz Service Lip Scrub
If your lips are already feeling rough or flaky, you’ve gotta exfoliate gently. The Lipz Service Lip Scrub is like a mini spa treatment in a jar. It buffs away the dry skin without being harsh, and it’s packed with nourishing oils so your lips don’t feel stripped afterward.
How to use it:
- Take a tiny bit and rub it gently on your lips in circles for about 30 seconds.
- Rinse it off, lick it off, or wipe it gently away.
- Pat dry and boom—hello, soft lips!
Do this 2–3 times a week, and your lips will start looking and feeling way better.
Next Up: Lock in the Moisture with Lipz Lip Balm
After scrubbing, your lips are ready to soak up some serious hydration, and that’s where Lipz Lip Balm comes in. This balm is creamy, smooth, and works.
It’s made with pure Shea butter and skin-loving botanicals that help nourish and protect your lips. Plus, it comes in fun flavors, which is always a bonus.
One way to break the licking/biting habit is by applying balm instead.
Bonus Tips to Help You Kick the Habit
Okay, so you’ve got your lip routine down—but what else can you do to stop the nervous nibbling?
Drink More Water
Dry lips sometimes start from the inside. Staying hydrated can help prevent that dry feeling that makes you want to lick.
Keep Your Hands (and Mouth) Busy
If biting or licking is a fidgety thing, try chewing gum, sucking on a mint, or playing with a fidget toy instead.
Notice When You Do It
Start paying attention to your triggers. Is it during Zoom calls? Watching Netflix? Once you know when you’re most likely to do it, you can be more mindful about stopping it.
Look in the Mirror
This one’s simple but effective—catching yourself mid-lick or mid-bite in a mirror is sometimes all it takes to make you go “whoa, stop!”
Be Kind to Your Lips (and Yourself)
Habits take time to change, so don’t beat yourself up if it doesn’t happen overnight. Just take it one day (and one lip balm swipe) at a time.
Every time you grab your Lipz instead of biting or licking, you’re doing something good for yourself.
So, if you’re ready to ditch the dry, cracked lips for good, grab yourself some Lipz Service Lip Scrub and Lipz Lip Balm love. Trust me—your lips will thank you. 💋