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Caring for chapped lips
Try these tips to help treat chapped lips.
- Avoid licking or biting your lips.
- Avoid sun or wind exposure, and use a lip balm with sunscreen.
- For severely chapped lips, build a barrier by applying petroleum jelly, such as Vaseline.
- Use a humidifier in your home. Follow the directions for cleaning the machine.
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