Winter lip care: cold outside, heating inside
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In winter, dry cold outside meets dry heated air inside — the most demanding season of the year for lips. A few habits keep lip skin supple regardless.
The double winter effect
Cold air holds very little moisture, and heated rooms lower humidity further. In this climate lips give off moisture continuously — faster than they can replace it.
Add wind on top: the commute, winter sports, the lunchtime walk. Cold wind dries unprotected lip skin noticeably.
Habits that help
Apply before going out, not only once your lips feel tight. A balm in your jacket pocket makes topping up on the go second nature — several times a day in winter.
In the evening, apply a slightly richer layer — a fixed part of your bedtime ritual. Indoors, anything that raises humidity helps: airing rooms, plants, drinking water.
On the slopes: remember UV
Snow reflects a large share of UV radiation, and radiation increases with altitude. On ski days, put a lip care product with sun protection in your pocket — and reapply after the lunch stop.
