Chapped lips; Treat them with coconut oil!

Because the coconut oil it "traps" moisture but doesn't penetrate the skin to fully hydrate it, you may need to reapply it over and over again. But this is in no way a problem since it is otherwise miraculous! It is emollient, which means that it fills the cracks of the skin and thus the lips become soft and flexible, it creates a protective barrier of moisture. Coconut oil is a natural antibacterial, and it contains caprylic acid, a mild exfoliant that can remove dead skin cells.

Compared to petroleum jelly, cocoa butter excels, since it combines protection and hydration.

Extra tip: Choose virgin coconut oil, which has not been chemically processed and contains more antioxidants than the processed stuff.

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