How to treat lip ulcers?

In daily life, we may often experience symptoms of chapped lips or lip ulcers. In severe cases, they may bleed, and eating hot or spicy foods may cause pain, which is very annoying. This symptom usually occurs due to lack of vitamins or dehydration. So what should you do if ulcers appear on your lips?

1. Tips for treating lip ulcers

1. Apply an appropriate amount of lip balm on your lips and seal them with plastic wrap;

2. Then apply a warm towel on your lips, which can moisturize your lips to a certain extent;

3. Honey has a strong moisturizing and skin-rejuvenating effect. Apply an appropriate amount of honey on the lips in a layer, leave it on for about a quarter of an hour, and then wipe it clean. In addition, chapped lips can be treated with gypsum honey paste, which is very effective. Usage: Take 50 grams of gypsum, pass through an 80-mesh sieve, add 50 grams of honey and 3 grams of ice cubes, stir well and bottle for later use. Apply to the affected area 2 to 3 times a day. It usually takes 3 to 4 days to cure.

2. Bad habits that cause lip ulcers

1. Apply lip balm before applying lipstick or lip gloss: Usually the oils in lipstick or lip gloss are mostly composed of synthetic esters. Frequent use will make the lip skin drier. Before use, be sure to apply lip balm that has the effect of repairing and moisturizing the lips.

2. Not carrying lip care products with you: Routine habits such as drinking water, eating, and wiping your lips with a napkin will actually cause the skin on your lips to become dry. Don’t forget to carry lip balm with you to replenish your lips with appropriate amounts of oil anytime and anywhere to avoid your lips being dry at any time.

3. Like to tear off the dead skin on the lips with hands or lips: Direct "biting" will cause wounds and make the lips more "injured". You can use a toothbrush with a little lip balm or Vaseline to brush it directly on the peeling lips, which will help to fall off the dead skin. If you cannot remove all the dead skin at once, do not remove it forcibly. As long as you keep your lips moisturized, the condition will gradually improve.

3. Suggestions

The doctor explained from the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine that chapped lips may be caused by anemia or lung deficiency. He recommended blood supplements, or the use of Chinese medicinal materials such as Ophiopogon japonicus and Fritillaria thunbergii to nourish the lungs. No matter what, drinking plenty of water and maintaining a balanced diet are the simplest and most effective ways to keep your lips moist and shiny.