Gently Brushing Your Lips with a Toothbrush May Help You Get Rid of Dry Skin and Give Your Lips a Smoother Appearance. However, over-Exfoliating Can Irritate...
Gently brushing your lips with a toothbrush may help you get rid of dry skin and give your lips a smoother appearance. However, over-exfoliating can irritate the delicate skin over your lip. It's a good idea to brush your lips no more than once a week to avoid irritation.
What happens if you brush your lip?
Brushing your lips increases the blood flow and removes the flakiness, making the skin appear smoother and healthier. If you have way too many cracks, it is advisable to skip the brush, and use the tip of your finger instead. Also, if you suffer from severe irritation, avoid exfoliation altogether.
Dull, colorless lips are usually the result of dead skin buildup. Many people regularly exfoliate their face, but forget their lips. Scrubbing your lips not only removes the dead skin to reveal new skin beneath, it increases circulation to bring more color to your lips.
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