With the cold winter weather, many people are already experiencing dry, cracked and painful lips. Why? First, the skin of the lips is very thin (one of the thinnest on our body) and they have very few oil glands to keep them lubricated and moisturized.

Furthermore, dry lips can be a sign of disorders that you would never expect like an allergic reaction to your toothpaste or lipstick. The skin care products or medications that you apply to your facial skin may also be a culprit. Dr. Susan Taylor shares helpful tips to protect your face from the cold:

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