No region is immune from the aging and harmful effects of the sun and precautions must be taken for this situation. If no method has been used to protect the lips from the sun and to avoid aging effects, it would be beneficial to change this situation quickly. Even if 2 fingers of sunscreen are used every day and dermatologists’ recommendations are followed, it may not be possible to protect all parts of the face at the same time. In addition, since the lips are not unprotected, they can age faster and reveal the real age of the person.
All the reasons for using sunscreen apply to the lips. Sun damage in the lip area can cause faster aging. Providing protection for this area also protects from skin cancer and prevents aging more quickly. It is recommended to use sunscreen for lips, just as sunscreen is used for different parts of the face and body. The structure of the lips is very different from the skin and there is no need to go to a different effort for this. Using lip balms with SPF under makeup or alone will be a useful method.
Natural oils such as coconut oil, carrot seed oil and shea butter are natural sunscreen products. It is possible to make special lip protectors at home using these products. The ingredients needed for this natural sunscreen are 4 teaspoons of beeswax, 4 drops of peppermint oil, 20 drops of carrot seed oil, 2-3 teaspoons of coconut oil and 2-3 teaspoons of shea butter. By using this method, the lips are naturally protected from the harmful rays of the sun and the negative effects of aging are prevented. With this method, the need for moisture during the day and at the beginning of the day is met and freshness is gained throughout the day. The mixture can be stored in old balm boxes or in a small jar so that it does not come into contact with light and air too much.
