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Dry skin seems to be an unavoidable evil during the winter months.

But, while it’s often associated with colder temperatures, that isn’t the only cause.

woman touching dry lips holding chapstick

You might find that your skin is cracking, peeling, or just super itchy.

These are all symptoms of that exposure to the causes listed above.

You could also try theviral TikTok hack known as skin flooding.

The lips are one of the more likely areas individuals deal with being drier.

However, asGisounoted, peeling the skin off your lips can actually cause more damage.

So, how can you get super hydrated lips that you won’t want to pick?

Try something called lip basting.

You could also use thisL’Orealglycolic acid serum.

Then use “soothing ointment,” as Refinery29 calls it.

If you have more sensitive skin,InStylerecommends theKosaslipfuel balm.

Dr. Idriss swears byWeleda’scream.

Aesthetic medicine expert,Dr.

Tijion Esho’sown skincare line also features products specifically formulated for lip basting (viaTikTok).

Taking care of your lips should also be incorporated into your routine, just like skincare.

Don’t forget, there is such a thing asthe perfect order for your skincare routine.

Test out this lip hack and figure out which products work best for you.

You’ll wake up every morning with ultra-hydrated lips that feel and look good.