How to Treat Chapped Lips Fast in Winters
If you’ve been reaching for your lip balm every hour lately, you’re not alone.
Winter is beautiful, but it can be ruthless on the lips. The cold air outside, heaters indoors, and not drinking enough water all strip away natural moisture, leaving lips dry, cracked, and uncomfortable.
According to Ayurveda, this seasonal dryness is a sign of Vata imbalance when air and space elements dominate, they draw moisture from skin and lips.
The good news? You can heal them fast with the right care and a touch of snehana (deep nourishment through oils).
Why Lips Get So Dry in Winter
Unlike the rest of your skin, your lips don’t have oil glands. That means they can’t hold on to moisture naturally. When the air turns cold and dry, they lose hydration quickly leading to that rough, flaky feeling.
Even small habits like licking your lips or sipping too much coffee can make it worse.
Ayurveda teaches that when Vata is high, lips need extra unctuous (oily) nourishment inside and out.
So the goal is simple replenish moisture, nourish from within, and protect.
Eat Your Way to Softer Lips
Ayurveda always reminds us, outer beauty begins within.
Here are a few simple dietary shifts that make a big difference:
- Stay hydrated: Sip warm water through the day. Add a little lemon or jaggery, it keeps digestion happy and hydration steady.
- Add good fats: Ghee, coconut oil, and sesame oil bring internal snehana, nourishing your body and lips from the inside.
- Eat juicy foods: Think oranges, cucumbers, soups, and stews, foods that naturally rehydrate.
- Cut back on caffeine & alcohol: They dehydrate you faster, which shows first on your lips.
- Add vitamins & minerals: Beetroot, almonds, spinach, and dates help restore natural colour and smoothness.
Your Daily Lip Care Ritual
You don’t need a dozen products, just a few mindful habits:
- Exfoliate gently: Once or twice a week, use a soft cloth or sugar scrub to remove flakes.
- Moisturize often: Keep a nourishing balm handy. Reapply after meals and before sleeping.
- Stop licking your lips: It feels comforting for a second, but it dries them out even more.
- Use a humidifier: If your room feels too dry, a humidifier can help retain natural moisture overnight.
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Protect when stepping out: Cold wind or sun exposure can make lips worse, always apply balm first.
These simple rituals calm Vata dryness, restore softness, and keep lips supple through the season.
Our Winter Favourite: Rose & Pomegranate Jaggery Lip Balm by Ohria
This little jar is a true winter saviour, inspired by the Ayurvedic principle of snehana, or nurturing through rich, oily nourishment.
Made with rose petals, pomegranate oil, organic jaggery, and shea butter, it deeply nourishes and heals chapped lips.
- Rose soothes and adds a natural blush
- Pomegranate revives dullness and reduces pigmentation
- Jaggery keeps lips hydrated and plump
- Shea butter locks in long-lasting moisture
Use it through the day and before bed, it leaves your lips soft, smooth, and with a hint of natural glow.
Quick Fixes for Instant Relief
- Dab a little warm ghee or coconut oil before sleeping, a classic Ayurvedic lip snehana.
- Apply a bit of fresh aloe vera gel for cooling and healing.
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Avoid matte or liquid lipsticks until your lips recover, let them breathe!
5 Most Asked Questions About Chapped Lips
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Should I lick my lips when they feel dry?
It actually makes them drier. Always reach for balm instead. -
How many times a day should I apply balm?
As often as needed, especially after meals and before bedtime. -
Can cracked lips mean I’m missing some nutrients?
Yes, sometimes it’s linked to low Vitamin B, iron, or zinc levels. -
What’s the best time to apply lip balm?
Nighttime, your lips repair best while you sleep. -
Can I use Ohria’s Rose & Pomegranate Jaggery Lip Balm daily?
Absolutely. It’s 100% natural and Ayurvedic, safe, gentle, and perfect for everyday winter care.
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