"For attractive lips , speak words of kindness" -Audrey Hepburn
Our lips are all different and all unique. Our lips are all beautiful. Hyperpigmentation is beautiful. Slender lips are beautiful. Full lips are beautiful. Cleft lips are beautiful. Natural lips are beautiful. Enhanced lips are beautiful. What matters is what is spoken by those lips. Be kind and you will create love and confidence in those around you and yourself. Beauty has no standards and has no definition. You are a masterpiece in every way so embrace it fully.
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Hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation is also known as darkening or discolouration. There are multiple causes, some of which include:
- Genetics: you may have a predisposition to hyperpigmentation making you more susceptible to darker lips
- Sun exposure: prolonged exposure to the sun’s UV rays can lead to an increase in melanin production in the lips, resulting in darker pigmentation
- Hormonal changes: Hormonal fluctuations, especially during pregnancy or due to hormonal disorders can trigger melanin overproduction
- Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation: injuries or inflammation of the lips, such as cuts, burns or chapping can cause an increase in melanin production during the healing process
- Allergic reactions: some individuals experience hyperpigmentation as a result of allergic reactions to some products
- Medications: some medications such as antibiotics, antipsychotics etc. can casue hyperpigmentation as a side effect
- Underlying medical conditions: certain medical conditions such as Addison’s disease can casue lip hyperpigmentation
Shape and size
Asymmetry and thin lips are a normal genetic variation. As we age it is normal to lose fat from our faces as well as our lips. Over time, our lips become straighter as a result with loss of the cupids bow. It’s okay to have thin lips and and it’s also okay if you want to change it. The choice is yours.
What can you do ?
Hyperpigmentation
There are some measures you can take to help with hyperpigmentation:
- Sun protection: applying lip products with SPF can help prevent sun-induced hyperpigmentation
- Proper hydration: keeping the lips well hydrated can prevent chapping and risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
- Topical treatments: if it is very distressing to you, some prescription creams containing retinoids, hydroquinone etc. can help lighten hyperpigmentation. However, it’s essential to consult a dermatologist before using any of these treatment
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Vitamin E
All our lip oils contain Vitamin E. But why is that so important? Vitamin E helps with the following:
- Moisturising properties: Vitamin E is a natural moisturiser that helps to keep your lips hydrated
- Anti-aging effects: Vitamin E has antioxidant properties
- Vitamin E can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on and around the lips
- Healing properties: aids in healing process of damaged or chapped lips
- Nourishment: Vitamin E promotes better blood circulation increasing nutrient delivery
- Sun protection: Vitamin E can act as an added natural sunscreen, protecting your lips from the harmful effects of UV radiation (not a sunscreen substitute)
Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid plays a very important role in maintaining hydration and overall health:
- Hyaluronic Acid retains water molecules by binding to it, aiding in hyrdation
- Promotes healing
- Soothes and nourishes lips
- Supports collagen production
- Prevents dryness and cracking of lips
- Smoothes fine lines
- Plumping effect
- Moisture balance: natural humectant, attracts water to the skin surface and prevents moisture loss
Coconut Oil
What’s makes us go coco for coconut oil?
- Coconut oil has hydration and emollient factors leaving your lips well hydrated and comfortable
- Antimicrobial properties: beneficial for soothing and reducing inflammation on chapped or irritated lips
- Natural shine: leaving your lips looking glossy with a moisturising texture
- Safe and non-toxic for use on even the most sensitive skin types
- Boosts skin elasticity and helps skin recover faster from the damage caused by overexposure to ultraviolent sunlight
Ginger Extract
Ginger extract is a natural ingredient added to some lip products for several potential benefits:
- Ginger contains gingerol which has anti-inflammatory properties. When applied to your lips it may help soothe and reduce inflammation
- Rich in antioxidants which can help protect delicate skim of the lips from damage caused by free radicals as well as help protect lips from premature aging caused by UV radiation and pollution
- Promotes circulation and can enhance blood flow to your lips when applied topically, contributing to healthy plump-looking lips
- Skin conditioning properties: It can help soften and hydrate the lips making them smoother and more comfortable
- Some people may experience a warming sensation when it is applied to your skin. This sensation can be invigorating and soothing to lips
- Ginger contains natural enzymes that can gently exfoliate the lips to help remove dead skin cells
- Wound healing properties: traditionally used to promote healing of small cracks and wounds on the lips
- Assists in locking in moisture, preventing dryness and dehydration of the lips
- May assist in reducing redness and discolouration of the lips, contributing to an even-toned appearance