What Causes Chapped and Peeling Lips?

Jun 27, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

My aunt’s lips are peeling, and she cannot wear lipstick. What causes dry, cracked, and peeling lips?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Liwen
The skin of the lips tends to be relatively dry, especially during winter. Cold winter weather can cause lip dryness, leading to dehydration and peeling. Additionally, some individuals drink insufficient water and neglect lip moisturization, thereby exacerbating chapping and peeling. Another type is allergic cheilitis, which occurs when the lips come into contact with allergens. Cosmetics, lipstick, toothpaste, and other products may trigger allergic reactions in the lip mucosa, resulting in cheilitis.