Winter Lip Care: Simple, Natural Ways to Keep Lips Soft & Healthy
When winter arrives, our lips are often the first place to show it. Cold air, indoor heating, wind, and frequent temperature changes can quickly lead to dryness, flaking, and cracking. Because lips lack oil glands, they need a little extra attention—especially during the colder months.
With a few mindful habits and the right natural ingredients, it’s possible to keep lips feeling comfortable, nourished, and smooth all winter long.
Why Lips Need Extra Care in Winter
- Lips have thin, delicate skin with no sebaceous (oil) glands
- Cold weather pulls moisture from the skin
- Indoor heat creates dry air that worsens dehydration
- Wind and sun exposure can damage the lip barrier year-round
Simple Winter Lip Care Tips
Incorporate these gentle practices into your daily routine:
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Hydrate from within
Drink plenty of water throughout the day. Dehydration often shows up first on the lips. -
Apply balm often
Use a nourishing lip balm multiple times a day, especially before going outdoors and before bed. -
Avoid licking your lips
Saliva evaporates quickly, leaving lips even drier than before. -
Exfoliate gently (1–2 times per week)
Use a soft cloth or a mild, natural exfoliant to remove dry flakes—never scrub harshly. -
Protect against the elements
Choose lip products that create a protective barrier to shield lips from cold air and wind.
Natural Ingredients That Help Heal & Protect Lips
When choosing lip care products, look for simple, plant-based ingredients that nourish and protect the skin barrier:
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Shea Butter
Deeply moisturizing and rich in fatty acids, shea butter softens dry lips and helps prevent moisture loss. -
Cocoa Butter
Adds a protective layer that locks in hydration while improving the appearance of dry, cracked lips. -
Beeswax or Plant Waxes
Forms a natural barrier to seal in moisture and protect lips from harsh weather. -
Castor Oil
Thick and deeply conditioning, castor oil helps lock in hydration, soothe dryness, and give lips a naturally smooth, glossy feel. -
Sunflower Oil and Olive Oil
Rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidants, these oils help strengthen the skin barrier, soften rough patches, and support long-lasting moisture. -
Vitamin E
A powerful antioxidant that helps calm irritation and protect delicate lip skin from environmental stressors. -
Calendula or Chamomile
Known for their soothing properties, these botanicals help comfort sensitive or chapped lips.
A Simple Nighttime Lip Ritual
Before bed, apply a generous layer of nourishing lip balm or treatment. Overnight is when skin naturally repairs itself, making this an ideal time to restore moisture and softness. In the morning, lips feel smoother and more comfortable—ready for the day ahead.
Product Spotlight: Thoughtful Lip Care, Naturally
At Be Green Bath + Body, our lip care is crafted with the same intention as everything we make—simple, effective, and gentle. Our formulas rely on plant-based butters and oils like castor oil, sunflower, olive oil, and shea butter to deeply nourish lips without synthetic fillers or harsh ingredients.
Designed for everyday use, our lip care helps protect, soften, and support healthy lips—especially during dry winter months. Please be sure to check out our selection of lip balms and Shea Butter Tin. In addition, all of our face creams and body balms are safe to use on lips!
A Gentle Reminder
Winter lip care doesn’t have to be complicated. A few mindful habits and thoughtfully made products can go a long way toward keeping lips healthy and comfortable all season long.
Your lips deserve the same care and intention as the rest of your skin—especially when the weather is at its harshest.