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7 Everyday Habits to Treat and Prevent Chapped Lips

Healing chapped lips may take more than a good lip balm.

Sophia KellerBrian Clista, MD
Written by Sophia Keller | Reviewed by Brian Clista, MD
Updated on November 5, 2025
Reviewed by Brian Clista, MD | November 5, 2025

Chapped lips are uncomfortable. When severe, they can bleed and sting. In some cases, chapped lips can be a symptom of another problem, such as dehydration.

In this video, learn the habits to heal and prevent chapped lips.

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Sophia Keller
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Sophia Keller
Sophia Keller was an editorial intern on the GoodRx Health team. She has a bachelor’s degree in justice studies from Arizona State University.
Brian Clista, MD
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Brian Clista, MD
Dr. Clista is a board-certified pediatrician who works in private practice in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He previously served as a National Health Service Corporation Scholar in the inner city of Pittsburgh for 11 years.

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