Why Your Lips Hate Winter (and What to Do About It)

Winter isn’t exactly kind to lips. Between icy winds outside and dry heat indoors, it’s like living in a moisture vacuum. But understanding why this happens can change the way you treat your lips entirely.

The Science of Chapped Lips

When the air gets cold, humidity drops — and the moisture in your lips evaporates faster. Without oil glands, your lips can’t rebalance, so they end up tight, flaky, and sore.

Your Two Biggest Winter Enemies

  • Cold air: Strips away surface moisture.
  • Indoor heating: Sucks out what’s left.

The Lanolin Fix

Enter The Balm — your winter MVP. Lanolin is a semi-occlusive moisturizer, meaning it keeps hydration in while still letting skin breathe (unlike waxy barriers). The result? Lips that stay soft even in freezing air.

How to Winter-Proof Your Lips

  1. Apply a thick layer before bed.
  2. Reapply after every warm drink or outdoor break.
  3. Use it under lipstick for invisible protection.

Bonus Tip: Keep a tube of The Balm on your nightstand, desk, and in your coat pocket. Because dryness doesn’t wait.

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