Three Tips to Achieve Naturally Beautiful Lips

If our lips had a voice of their own, they would be noisy, always complaining about all of the stuff that they come into contact with. I know mine have been screaming about the scratchiness of my boyfriend’s very rough five o’clock shadow. Lips are the front liners, constantly exposed to all the irritants from our food, drinks, weather, and even the pollution from our environment. Most women complain that they don’t get the pout that they’re aiming for despite trying all kinds of lipstick that promise perfectly plump lips. But you can’t hide unhealthy lips. No matter how thickly you slather on your lipstick, it will eventually wear off and expose your lips to the world. Here are some tips on how to achieve healthy and naturally beautiful lips.

Stop Smoking Already!

Smoking, the culprit in many health problems, produces stained and dark lips. Constant exposure to nicotine, tar, and heat turn the smoker’s lips blackish-blue. Smoking also damages the skin and causes collagen loss, leading to wrinkled lips. While there are home remedies to bring back your lips’ pinkish color, the best way to deal with smokers’ lips is still to quit cold turkey. 

Use the Right Lip Products

Check the lip products you are using. Some may contain ingredients that are dangerous not only to your lips but to your overall health. Avoid lip products containing parabens, menthol, camphor, silicone, and salicylic acid; they deplete moisture, causing dryness and irritation. For naturally soft lips that are perfect for intimate moments, try products with jojoba oil, argan oil or olive oil, and see the difference in an instant!

Choose a Well-Balanced Diet

Everyone knows that diet plays an important role in maintaining our overall appearance. Healthy foods nourish your body with sufficient amounts of vitamins and minerals that are essential to good health, glowing skin and beautiful lips. Following the doctor’s orders to eat green, leafy vegetables, fresh fruits and drink plenty of water will keep your lips healthy and well-hydrated. Green vegetables like broccoli are a great source of riboflavin (vitamin B2), which can keep your lips smooth for years to come. Other awesome sources of riboflavin are soybeans, almonds and yogurt. We'll get more specific on some of the super-foods that keep your lips happy in another post, so check back soon!

Be smart about getting that perfect pout. Concealing lips with heavy layers of lipstick is not the answer. Use our tips on proper lip care to achieve naturally beautiful lips.