Autumn weather brings many challenges to the skin, especially to the delicate skin of the lips. Cold air and wind often cause dryness, inflammation of the lip border, and the appearance of painful cracks. If you spend a lot of time outdoors—exercising, cycling, or walking with children—you’ve probably experienced this problem.

Why Does This Happen?

The skin on the lips is very thin and almost completely lacks sebaceous glands, which produce the protective lubricant known as sebum. Changes in weather often lead to increased moisture loss. As a result, the lips become dry, chapped, and sore.
The situation worsens once indoor heating is turned on, as it further dries out the air. At this stage, our lips may feel more sensitive, and even our usual lipstick might start to feel uncomfortable—leaving lips dry and slightly irritated. Licking your lips is especially harmful: in cold air, it almost always leads to further chapping. Smoking also negatively affects lip condition, whether from regular or e-cigarettes.

Choosing the Right Lip Balm

The best companion for autumn walks is a natural lip balm—and men need it just as much as women. To make sure it truly works, choose your balm carefully and pay close attention to the ingredients.
If your lips are prone to dryness, avoid conventional balms that contain paraffin or silicones. These may give a temporary shine and smoothness but can actually dry out the lips and cause irritation. High-quality products, by contrast, contain natural moisturizing and soothing ingredients, free from artificial fragrances and preservatives that can trigger allergic reactions. Even some natural flavors, such as mint or cinnamon, may irritate sensitive lips.

The oily base of natural balms typically includes rich, nourishing, melt-on-the-lips vegetable oils like coconut, cocoa, or shea butter. These replenish lost moisture, strengthen the skin’s barrier, and improve elasticity, preventing further chapping. Jojoba oil is especially beneficial, as its composition closely resembles the skin’s natural lipids, while castor oil provides exceptional lubrication.

Some balms contain beeswax, but it’s not suitable for everyone: vegans avoid it due to its animal origin, and people with sensitive skin may react to it as a potential allergen. Plant-based waxes such as candelilla, carnauba, and berry waxes are excellent alternatives—they seal in moisture just as effectively and prevent dryness.

Fat-soluble vitamin E is also very beneficial for lip care—it speeds the healing of painful cracks and helps soothe sores in the corners of the mouth (cheilitis). If your lips are already damaged by cold weather, simple preventive measures won’t be enough—you’ll need balms with more powerful regenerative ingredients.

Effective Lip Care

Alviana Repair & Care Lip Balm is a special intensive-care formula for chapped and damaged lips. It contains a balanced blend of vegetable oils, plant waxes, and vitamin E. In addition, organic woundwort enhances suppleness, boosts moisture levels, and protects the sensitive lip area from dehydration.

For best results, apply lip balm frequently—morning and night after cleansing, before going outdoors, after meals, and throughout the workday. It’s convenient to keep several tubes of your favorite balm handy—in your bathroom, bag, or coat pocket.

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Good Habits for Beautiful Lips

Remember to hydrate from the inside as well: the condition of your lips reflects the overall condition of your body. Drink at least 1.5 liters of water per day and include foods rich in anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids (such as fatty fish) in your diet. However, spicy foods and acidic fruits—like citrus or pineapple—can aggravate irritation and flaking.

As the cold season arrives, make sure your lips are properly protected from wind and low temperatures. Cover your face with a scarf made from natural fibers such as wool, silk, or cashmere. Also, avoid touching your lips with your hands to prevent the spread of bacteria. In this regard, stick balms are much more hygienic than those in jars that require finger application.