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How to treat dark lips - Causes , DIY and Treatments

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Posted date on May 28, 2022

How to treat dark lips? - Causes , DIY and Treatments

Dark lips are a common concern these days. Lips add definition to our face. Dark lips give a dull appearance to the face. If you are unhappy with the appearance of your dark lips, there are a few things that you can do to fix or lighten dark lips. Let's take a look at the causes of dark lips, DIY advice for dark lips and some treatments that dermatologists offer in this blog.

  1. Sun exposure - One of the main causes of dark lips is sun exposure. When the sun's UV rays darken the skin , they can also darken the lips. Most of the time , we do not apply sunscreen to our lips and they remain as most exposed to sunlight.
     

  2. Smoking is another common cause of dark lips. The nicotine and other chemicals in cigarettes can cause the lips to become discoloured. Smoking generates free radicals which damage the skin and cause inflammation. This micro inflammation triggers release of pigment which causes darkening of lips. Even passive smoking leads to dark lips.
     

  3. Constant Lip licking - In addition, the constant licking of lips can also lead to darkening. Saliva is a digestive enzyme and hence when skin comes in contact , it causes damage to the natural barrier of lips. Once the barrier is damaged, darkening of lips is inevitable. one must hydrate the lip as they do not have any natural moisturiser nor capacity to produce oils.
     

  4. Nutritional deficiency - Certain nutritional deficiency can also darken the lips. Lush , baby pink lips are a sign of perfect health. Any discoloration of lips can be a sign of deficiency as well.
     

  5. Metabolic conditions like Addison Disease may also present with dark lips.
     

  6. Autoimmune skin conditions - Lichen Planus can not only cause dark lips but may cause dark gums as well. In this condition, one may notice itchy skin lesions as well as nail involvement.
     

  7. Dehydration can also lead to dark lips. When the body is not properly hydrated, the skin can become dry and wrinkled and lips are quick to lose moisture. This can happen due to not drinking enough water or exposure to wind and cold weather.  Staying in an air conditioned room can also make lips dry as there is a faster loss of moisture and hydration from lips.

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How to treat dark lips naturally at home - DIY for lip care

There are many ways to treat dark lips, both natural and medical. There are a few steps to lighten dark lips at home or DIY to lighten dark lips.
 

  1. Lip Hydration - Lips lack the moisture producing capacity. They are the first to lose moisture when exposed to harsh weather or health conditions. Please add a lip balm containing ceramides, shea butter and glycerine. One can use milk cream and ghee at home to hydrate the lips. In case of any itching or rash around the lips, please avoid these home remedies.

  2. Avoid Lip licking - Do not lick lips or smack them. Try avoiding these common but skin unfriendly habits.

  3. Antioxidant rich diet - containing foods are helpful in keeping lips healthy. yellow vegetables and fruits like pomegranate contain polyphenols which increase the natural barrier of lips.

  4. Avoid lipsticks of cheaper brands - It is important to understand that preservatives can worsen darkening of lips. Choose higher end lipsticks and use them only when going out.

  5. Drink plenty of fluids - It helps in probating dehydration and improves lip collar.

  6. Avoid having tea and coffee multiple times a day. One can consume in moderation but they dehydrate the lips.

  7. Avoid scrubbing the lips! Yes, you read it right. Scrubbing can worsen the dark lips. Do not use a toothbrush to exfoliate or rub on lips.

  8. Avoid toothpaste with herbal ingredients, especially if you have a history of metal allergy.

  9. Avoidance of smoking - It will keep your lips baby pink and hydrated.

  10. Apply sunscreen on lips - daily even if you are indoors. Choose a high quality , preservative free sunscreen

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Dermatologist recommended treatments for dark lips

  1. Chemical peels- Certain soft peels containing arginine and lactic acid help in hydration of lips and improve the colour. Lip peels containing glycolic acid have to be used with caution in sensitive skin.  One has to choose an experienced Dermatologist near me for such procedures to get best results.
     

  2. Q switched laser - we use Spectra Gold laser for lip lightening . It helps to disperse the lip pigment in a permanent fashion. It has to be done in a way that it prevents overheating of the lip. Few sessions may be required for lip lightening.
     

  3. Medi Facials - We at Dr. Divya's Skin and Hair Solutions Clinic customise facials which include lip care and lip lightening procedures like oxyjet and Hydradermabrasion which exfoliate lips without causing any harm.

Please consult your dermatologist to treat dark lips. Baby pink lips are a reality with good skin specialists in Bangalore.

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