Lip Care Tips: What is the big difference between lip balm and lip mask? Know which is the panacea for cracked lips?

News India Live, Digital Desk: Lips play an important role in facial beauty, but we often ignore their care. The problem of cracked or darkening of lips is common due to changing weather and pollution. There are many products available in the market for lip care like ‘Lip Balm’ and ‘Lip Mask’, but do you know that these two are completely different from each other? If till now you were thinking of them as one and the same, then this information is very important for you. 1. Lip Balm: All Day Protection Lip Balm is a ‘quick fix’ product that you can apply anytime and anywhere during the day. Main Function: Its primary purpose is to moisturize the top layer of the lips and protect them from outside air, sun or pollution. Uses: It can be applied as a base under lipstick or repeatedly when the lips feel slightly dry. It usually contains wax or petroleum jelly to ‘lock’ in moisture.2. Lip Mask: An overnight ‘deep treatment’ Lip mask is much thicker and more effective than lip balm. It is often used as an ‘overnight lip treatment’. Main function: It penetrates deep into the lips and repairs them. It contains active ingredients like hyaluronic acid, vitamin C and antioxidants which remove dead skin cells and make the lips baby soft. Usage: It is applied before sleeping at night so that it can show its effect while sleeping. It is great for those whose lips get chapped or flaky a lot.Lip Balm vs Lip Mask: Key Differences (Table)FeaturesLip BalmLip MaskTextureLight and less stickyThick and creamyEffectLasts for a few hoursLong term (till the next day)UseMultiple times a day2-3 times a week or every nightPurposeInstant protection and moistureDepth From nourishing and repairing, which is better for you? Experts say both have their place in a good lip care routine. Choose a lip balm with SPF to protect from sunlight and dust during the day. At the same time, apply lip mask two to three times a week or every night before sleeping so that the natural shine of your lips remains and they look pink. Home Remedy: Make Natural Lip Mask at Home If you do not want to use market products, then mix a little honey and cream at home and apply it on the lips for 15 minutes. This is the world’s best and natural lip mask which will give a silky feel to your lips without any chemicals.