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Why are my lips dry and black at the edges?

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Dr. Ramesh Kumar S

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Published At August 15, 2017
Reviewed AtFebruary 4, 2022

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

My lips are dry and black at the edges. Please help.

Answered by Dr. Ramesh Kumar S

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

  • In case you are a smoker, stop smoking. I suggest using Melanite cream daily only on the lips.
  • Take a thin slice of lemon, sprinkle a bit of sugar on top and rub it on your lips. It will exfoliate dead cells, so new and fresh skin can appear. Use this remedy daily for a few weeks. Alternatively, you can prepare a mixture of a half teaspoon each of lemon juice, glycerin, and honey.

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Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Ramesh Kumar S

Dr. Ramesh Kumar S

Medical Gastroenterology

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