The harm of applying lip balm before going to bed

In the dry season, many people will prepare some lip balm to take care of their lips. However, some inferior lip balm products are actually very harmful to us. Many friends even apply lip balm before going to bed in order to make their lips more moisturized. In fact, this is a bad living habit. There are some disadvantages of applying lip balm before going to bed.

Can I put on lip balm before bed?

Daily skin care cream has no effect on dry lips. Lips need a skin care product that is more moisturizing, lasts longer, and can stay on the surface of the lips without penetrating them. This is lip balm. Although it cannot be said that lip balm is a panacea, the main ingredients it contains are indeed targeted at the special needs of the lip skin and can provide a barrier to lock in moisture for the lips. The basic ingredients of lip balm are vaseline and wax, but after 1976, there are new formulas that do not contain wax. Antioxidant ingredients such as vitamins A and E, as well as SPF sun protection, are the selling points of popular lip balms nowadays. If the skin on your lips is sensitive, it is best to choose a lip balm containing natural fragrances and essential oils.

We all know that night is the time when the skin is most likely to absorb moisture and nutrients, and lips are more likely to dry out at night. Especially when sleeping, if you breathe through your mouth or the air conditioner is on in the room, applying lip balm before going to bed is a good way to protect your lips; if your lips are dry, you can apply lip balm first, then cover them with a layer of plastic wrap the size of your lips, cover it with a hot towel, and massage properly. This will make your lips naturally moist and beautiful and achieve better results.

However, you must remove your makeup thoroughly before going to bed and clean your face before using lip balm. In addition, wipe off the lipstick before meals and drinking to avoid the lipstick entering the mouth. The pigments in lip balm are harmful no matter what, they are all chemically synthesized. There is currently no lip balm made entirely with natural food pigments. Inferior dyes can also cause cancer, so you should buy a lip balm of better quality. If lip allergies such as chapped lips, burning, swelling, itching, peeling, mild pain, etc. occur after use, discontinue use.

How to Choose Lip Balm

Lip balm is one of the most commonly used cosmetics by women. A good lip balm should meet the following conditions: 1. It does not contain harmful substances and will not cause allergies; 2. It has a pure fragrance without fishy or peculiar smell; 3. The paste should be able to firmly maintain its stick shape, be smooth and beautiful without being greasy, and have bright and uniform color without any difference in depth; 4. It is smooth to use and easy to apply, and can be evenly applied on the lips without any effort; 5. The paste has good heat and cold resistance. Under normal circumstances, it should not leak oil on hot days, crack or change color on cold days, and will not shrink or soften within 1 year; 6. The paste can be applied on the lips for several hours without falling off, and the color should be long-lasting; 7. There should be no bubbles, pigments or oil precipitation on the surface of the paste; 8. The outer shell should be smooth, and the appearance and packaging materials should be beautiful and flexible.

So how should we choose and buy it?

1. Choose a brand. You can’t go wrong by choosing a big brand, a big manufacturer, and a great reputation. For example, comments from celebrities and buyers are also information sources that can be understood.

2. Select a shape. There are many types of lipsticks on the market, but they can be roughly divided into cylindrical and rectangular shapes. Generally speaking, cylindrical ones are more flexible to use in and out, while rectangular ones are more personalized.

3. Select ingredients. Some lipsticks on the market contain mint, vitamin E, and natural plant oils, but it is not recommended to choose those containing mint. Although you can feel a cool feeling after application, it is also very irritating. People with sensitive skin are best to choose fragrance-free ones.