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Angular Cheilitis.

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What it means.

A specific form of cheilitis affecting the corners of the mouth, causing painful cracking, redness, and sometimes bleeding. It can be caused by fungal or bacterial infections, vitamin deficiencies (B vitamins, iron), drooling, or poorly fitting dentures. Keeping the lip area moisturized may help prevent flare-ups, but persistent angular cheilitis should be evaluated by a healthcare provider.

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Cheilitis

The medical term for inflammation of the lips. Cheilitis can have several causes and may involve redness, swelling, cracking, or peeling. Consult a healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment. Numbrrrz is a cosmetic moisturizer, not a treatment or prevention product for cheilitis.

Antimicrobial

A property of substances that kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms like bacteria and fungi. Numbrrrz helps moisturize and condition dry lips, soften their feel, and lock in moisture.

Vitamin A

Numbrrrz helps moisturize and condition dry lips, soften their feel, and lock in moisture. Beeswax helps create a moisture-locking layer on the lip surface. Ask your healthcare professional about ingredient choices during pregnancy.

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