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Chapped lips are a serious issue in the winter, so now is the time to start stocking up on lip balms, lip masks and intensive repair treatments. You’re more likely to experience dry, cracked lips in the winter during the other seasons because the cold, dry air drains the moisture from your skin.
“The lips, composed of extremely thin layers of delicate skin, do not have sebaceous glands and cannot produce the oils necessary to self moisturize and this makes them particularly susceptible to dryness and chapping,” esthetician Lorena Balensie explained to SheFinds. “Hydration is therefore key to combatting painful chapping.”
If your beauty cabinet is in need of more hydrating lip treatments, here are the best products to shop:


1. Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask ($22)
Why We Love It
Dermatologists have tested and recommended the Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask, plus it’s made with an exclusive Moisture Wrap technology to form a protective film over the lips to lock in moisture.
What It Does
- Soothes and moisturizes lips overnight
- Promotes a smooth and supple texture that lasts
- Hydrates dry, chapped and cracked lips
Key Ingredients
- Vitamin C
- Antioxidants
- Hyaluronic acid
Promising Review
“This is hands down the greatest lip mask. It keeps my lips hydrated all night and doesn’t move around. I also use it as a daily lip gloss. It has a nice subtle pink hue and people always ask what lip gloss I’m wearing thinking it’s actually a colored gloss ... it also keeps my lips hydrated all day and I usually don’t have to re-apply. A little goes a long way and the jar lasts for a long time.” - Stefania311
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask ($22)

2. Aquaphor Lip Repair Ointment ($3)
Why We Love It
Dermatologist recommended and by far the least pricey lip treatment we’ve found, the Aquaphor Lip Repair has been proven to relieve dryness and relieve chapped lips.
What It Does
- Soothes soreness and dryness
- Provides effective, long-lasting moisture
- Repairs chapped and cracked lips
Key Ingredients
- Shea butter
- Chamomile essence
- Vitamins
Promising Review
“Just buy this. It’s the only thing I’ve found that always fixes my dry, cracked lips. The best part is that if I actually remember to use it regularly, my lips don’t get dry or cracked. I keep tubes of this at my bedside, next to where I watch TV, in my purse, and at work. And because it’s such a great price, I often carry around a brand new tube to give away if I see a friend or family member whose lips are super dry. (They all thank me later.) Aquaphor also works well underneath my lipstick, and gives it a bit more gloss, which I like. I repeat, just buy this already!” - Shell Lee
Aquaphor Lip Repair Ointment ($2.99)

3. First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Lip Therapy ($10)
Why We Love It
This nourishing, hydrating lip mask delivers intensely hydrating benefits at an affordable cost. It comes as a lightweight formula that can even be worn under lipstick.
What It Does
- Hydrates, nourishes and protects lips
- Soothes chapped lips
- Repairs damage
Key Ingredients
- Colloidal oat flower
- Glycerin
- Shea butter
Promising Review
“Tried the Ultra Repair Cream and it's a winner so decided to try the Lip Therapy. Better than anything else that I've used and results are exceptional. So glad that I decided to try this product. I've tried so many other Lip balms but don't like having to apply them frequently. This one lasts and I especially like using it at bedtime. Lips are soft and smooth in the morning.” - Dawn B.
First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Lip Therapy ($10.20)

4. Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment SPF 15 ($24)
Why We Love It
This lip treatment has won awards for how effective it is when it comes to soothing chapped lips and locking in moisture. It comes in un-tinted and tinted versions.
What It Does
- Preserves moisture
- Relieves cracked lips
- Protects against sun damage
Key Ingredients
- Grapeseed oil
- Sugar
- Blackcurrant seed oil
Promising Review
“This is hands down one of the best lip balms, it keeps my lips so moisturized. I apply it throughout the day because it has a nice subtle tint that replaces my lipstick when I’m at work or school, at the same time keeping my lips soft. When I go to bed I apply it as well and when I wake up my lips are SO SOFT.” - thatgurlemm
Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment SPF 15 ($24)

5. Neutrogena Hydroboost Hydrating Lip Treatment ($7)
Why We Love It
We love everything else in Neutrogena’s Hydroboost line, and this lip balm is no exception. It locks in moisture using hyaluronic acid, so the lips are well-equipped to fight dryness and repair damage.
What It Does
- Improves and smooths texture
- Restores hydration
- Heals cracked lips
Key Ingredients
- Hyaluronic acid
Promising Review
“My lips have always been cracked and not smooth. However, this is really and truly the ONLY product I found that greatly improved the appearance of my lips. I live in a very dry climate and its the best product I have tried in comparison to all the tubes of various chap-stick like products. I like to put on at night and my lips are so smooth and moisture-filled in the morning. It's not cheap but I do find my lips are smoother with repeated use now.” - Alaska R.