Lip Balms with Camphor and Menthol: Why Cracking Gets Worse
Lip Balms with Camphor and Menthol: Why Cracking Gets Worse
IN · Published Jan 29, 2026
Many lip balms contain camphor and menthol, which can worsen lip cracking by drying them out.
Ingredients like beeswax, shea butter, and coconut oil are better choices for hydrating and protecting lips.
Simple lip care tips, such as staying hydrated and exfoliating gently, can keep lips healthy, especially in varied Indian weather.
Lip balm may worsen cracking of lips
Do you feel your lip balm is betraying you? You keep applying it, but your lips just get drier and more cracked? You're not alone! Many popular lip balms contain ingredients like camphor and menthol, which can actually make the problem worse, especially during weather transitions or festive seasons when we tend to neglect our regular routines.
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