Weddings are all about kissing, kissing, and more kissing. The first smooch between the newlyweds is the most anticipated part of the celebration and its biggest highlight. That’s why your lips should be at their best state possible. Start prepping your lips a week before the wedding or even earlier to guarantee better results. To achieve maximum kissability, you should pay close attention to your beauty regimen and follow a few simple rules. Which ones? Check them out below.
Exfoliate your lips
Thought that lips don’t develop dead skin cells? Well, you’re wrong. In fact, they need as much exfoliation as any other part of your body. So get your scrubs ready! Once you are out of the shower, exfoliate your lips using a ready-made scrub that you can easily find in any local store. You can also make one yourself from organic ingredients! One of the easiest scrub recipes includes 1 tsp of honey and 2 tsp of sugar. Massage the mixture into your lips and leave for about 10 minutes. Remove the mixture with the wet face washer, and you are done. It’s a simple beauty hack to help your lips feel and look better!
Keep your lips moisturized
After exfoliating your lips, don’t forget to moisturize them. Else, you risk having your lips even more cracked. Apply Vaseline or any other lip balm that you think works best for your skin. If the products that you use have an ingredient called resveratrol — great. It’s a natural antioxidant and a powerful moisturizer that also provides age defense. However, don’t experiment with new products a few days before the wedding. Instead, use natural moisturizers, like olive oil or aloe vera. They will make your lips more hydrated and glowy without causing any side effects. Remember: proper moisturization is a crucial step in your lip care routine, so do not skip it.
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Avoid licking your lips
Do not lick your lips at any cost! It’s a common misconception that saliva can moisturize or hydrate lips. In fact, it can worsen the situation. Saliva can cause your lip skin to wear down. As a result, the layers underneath will become exposed to a harsh environment, making it much easier for germs to enter. But what should you do if you have a habit of lip-licking? Always keep quality lip gloss or lip balm with you. When you feel that your lips drying up, moisturize them with a lip product instead of licking them.
Always apply sunscreen
Your lips are constantly exposed to the sun, so it’s super important to include sunscreen in your daily lip care routine. And, yes, the winter months are no exception! To prevent sun damage, use lip balms with SPF 15 or higher. You can wear it alone or under your lipstick or gloss. By doing so, you will not only keep your lips safe but keep them soft and smooth. However, avoid lip balms that have menthol, camphor, or phenol — these ingredients can have a drying effect. Don’t forget to reapply your SPF-containing product from time to time. It easily gets wiped off while eating, drinking, and even talking.
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Remove makeup before going to bed
This one might seem obvious but still needs to be mentioned. No matter how tired or lazy you are, you should always remove your makeup and clean your lips before going to bed. The thing is, makeup tends to clog pores, making it harder for the skin to breathe at night. Not to mention, some lipsticks contain elements that decompose after a certain amount of time. Before bedtime, wash your face and gently rub your lips to remove all the dirt and impurities sitting on them. No doubt, your skin will be grateful!
