Lip Care Tips After Eating

Expert tips for healthier lips — plus the product we’d hand you to actually get there.

The steps

What to do.

Simple, repeatable habits. Read them once, use them forever.

Blot your lips gently instead of wiping

Vigorous wiping with a napkin strips natural oils and irritates the lip barrier. Gently blot instead to remove food residue without damaging the delicate lip skin.

Reapply lip balm after every meal

Food, drinks, and napkin use all remove your lip balm layer. Get into the habit of reapplying organic lip balm after each meal to maintain consistent hydration and protection throughout the day.

Avoid licking food residue off your lips

Saliva contains digestive enzymes that break down the thin skin on your lips. When saliva evaporates, it takes existing moisture with it. Use a napkin instead and follow up with lip balm.

Watch out for acidic and spicy foods

Citrus, tomatoes, spicy foods, and vinegar-based dressings can irritate and dry out lip skin. If your lips are already chapped, these foods can cause stinging and worsen the damage.

Keep lip balm at your dining table

Having lip balm within arm's reach during meals makes reapplication effortless. Keep a tube in the kitchen, at your desk where you eat lunch, and in your bag for dining out.

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Questions

Quick answers.

Why do my lips get dry after eating?

Eating removes the protective layer of lip balm and natural oils. Napkin use, food acids, heat from hot foods, and the temptation to lick your lips all contribute. Reapplying lip balm after meals replenishes this protective barrier.

Should I use flavored lip balm if I eat a lot?

If you eat frequently, an unscented lip balm may be best since it won't conflict with food flavors. Numbrrrz Unscented provides pure hydration without any added scent or taste.