{"id":1515,"date":"2022-04-24T09:19:10","date_gmt":"2022-04-24T14:19:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/imustacheyoutoshave.com\/?p=1515"},"modified":"2023-05-25T10:54:06","modified_gmt":"2023-05-25T15:54:06","slug":"can-a-mustache-cause-chapped-lips-how-to-fix-irritation-chafing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/imustacheyoutoshave.com\/can-a-mustache-cause-chapped-lips-how-to-fix-irritation-chafing\/","title":{"rendered":"Can a Mustache Cause Chapped Lips? (How To Fix Irritation &#038; Chafing)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Your mustache is perfection but your lips are another story. Dry, peeling, chapped lips are annoying and unattractive. Is your \u2018stache responsible for your chapped lip problem? It\u2019s possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dry, wiry mustache hairs can affect the tender skin of your lips, especially the upper lip. If your mustache is touching your lips, it can lead to friction. Repeated friction results in irritation that can ultimately lead to chapped lips.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If chapped lips are an issue, read on to find out how to avoid this problem while keeping your mustache intact!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/imustacheyoutoshave.com\/can-a-mustache-cause-chapped-lips-how-to-fix-irritation-chafing\/#Can_your_upper_lip_get_chapped_from_a_mustache\" title=\"Can your upper lip get chapped from a mustache?\">Can your upper lip get chapped from a mustache?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/imustacheyoutoshave.com\/can-a-mustache-cause-chapped-lips-how-to-fix-irritation-chafing\/#Can_a_mustache_irritate_your_lips\" title=\"Can a mustache irritate your lips?\">Can a mustache irritate your lips?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/imustacheyoutoshave.com\/can-a-mustache-cause-chapped-lips-how-to-fix-irritation-chafing\/#6_tips_to_fix_a_mustache_causing_irritation_chafing_or_chapped_lips\" title=\"6 tips to fix a mustache causing irritation, chafing, or chapped lips\">6 tips to fix a mustache causing irritation, chafing, or chapped lips<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/imustacheyoutoshave.com\/can-a-mustache-cause-chapped-lips-how-to-fix-irritation-chafing\/#Trim_your_mustache\" title=\"Trim your mustache\">Trim your mustache<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/imustacheyoutoshave.com\/can-a-mustache-cause-chapped-lips-how-to-fix-irritation-chafing\/#Soften_your_mustache\" title=\"Soften your mustache\">Soften your mustache<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/imustacheyoutoshave.com\/can-a-mustache-cause-chapped-lips-how-to-fix-irritation-chafing\/#Hydrate_your_lips\" title=\"Hydrate your lips\">Hydrate your lips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/imustacheyoutoshave.com\/can-a-mustache-cause-chapped-lips-how-to-fix-irritation-chafing\/#Exfoliate_your_lips\" title=\"Exfoliate your lips\">Exfoliate your lips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/imustacheyoutoshave.com\/can-a-mustache-cause-chapped-lips-how-to-fix-irritation-chafing\/#Limit_your_stroking\" title=\"Limit your stroking\">Limit your stroking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/imustacheyoutoshave.com\/can-a-mustache-cause-chapped-lips-how-to-fix-irritation-chafing\/#Stop_licking_your_lips\" title=\"Stop licking your lips\">Stop licking your lips<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_your_upper_lip_get_chapped_from_a_mustache\"><\/span>Can your upper lip get chapped from a mustache?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chapped lips are a common problem. Dry, wintry weather, sun and wind exposure, and poor hydration can all contribute to the problem. You may be wondering if your mustache could also be a culprit. While your upper lip hair isn\u2019t likely the predominant cause, it can be a factor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The skin on your lips is thin and lacking in oil glands causing it to dry out easily. This thin skin is also sensitive to friction. Mustache hairs rubbing against the upper lip can cause discomfort and irritation sometimes resulting in chapped or chafed lips.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to skin experts, the main causes of chapped lips are exposure to the elements, allergens, excessive licking, or dehydration. Though rare, medical conditions and vitamin deficiencies can also be a cause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>Fun Fact: The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK470592\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">medical name for chapped lips<\/a> is \u201ccheilitis.&#8221; If cheilitis is caused by a foreign object, the term <em>\u201cirritant contact cheilitis<\/em>\u201d is used. <em>Angular cheilitis<\/em> affects the corners of your mouth and causes those painful cracks in the skin.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_mustache_irritate_your_lips\"><\/span>Can a mustache irritate your lips?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Any rough, foreign object that repeatedly rubs against your lips can cause irritation. Just like your significant other might experience beard burn after a kissing session, you can experience irritation if your upper lip hair isn\u2019t trimmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mustache hair can be dry and coarse if not hydrated enough. Hairs left to grow over the lip can cause irritation. Habits like stroking your mustache or licking your lips can also contribute to chapped lips.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Statistics show a man strokes his mustache about 750 times a day. If you also rub your lips mid-stroke, this motion could be drying out your lips. Also, if you feel untrimmed hairs tickling your lips, you may have the unconscious tendency to lick your upper lip to move them out of the way.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your lips are chapped, use caution when you apply your favorite aftershave splash or lotion. Ingredients like <a href=\"https:\/\/imustacheyoutoshave.com\/shaving-cream-with-menthol\/\" target=\"_blank\">menthol<\/a>, mint, and eucalyptus can be extra-irritating to already damaged lips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_tips_to_fix_a_mustache_causing_irritation_chafing_or_chapped_lips\"><\/span>6 tips to fix a mustache causing irritation, chafing, or chapped lips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you think your mustache is causing lip discomfort, there are a few strategies you can use to lessen the problem. Keeping both your mustache and your lips in top condition will provide the best results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To fix irritation, chafing, or chapped lips trim and soften your mustache hair, exfoliate and hydrate your lips, and limit bad habits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Follow these six tips for healthy \u2018mo hair and lips:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Trim your mustache&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Soften your mustache<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Hydrate your lips<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Exfoliate your lips<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Limit your stroking<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Stop licking your lips<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trim_your_mustache\"><\/span>Trim your mustache<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Keeping your mustache trimmed is the easiest way to eliminate any mustache-induced lip irritation. Since facial hair is pubic-like, its Brillo texture can do some damage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Soften_your_mustache\"><\/span>Soften your mustache<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your facial hair can easily dry out due to the same environmental factors that cause your skin to be dry and flaky.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If your preferred \u2018stache style requires hairs to touch your lips, then softening the hair is the way to go. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.everymanjack.com\/products\/beard-hair-conditioner?variant=41679644262562\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> beard conditioner<\/a> in the shower can start the softening process. Adding a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=shea+butter+beard+balm&amp;linkCode=ll2&amp;tag=imyts-20&amp;linkId=864b8d7258a4e066da0333a0a4aca0e1&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=shea+butter+beard+balm&amp;linkCode=ll2&amp;tag=imyts-20&amp;linkId=864b8d7258a4e066da0333a0a4aca0e1&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> shea butter-based beard balm<\/a> or butter will add moisture. Following up with a beard oil locks in moisture and adds the finishing touch to your softening routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hydrate_your_lips\"><\/span>Hydrate your lips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Well-hydrated lips are healthy lips. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The number one best way to hydrate is to drink enough water. Hydration starts from the inside.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Applying a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stirlingsoap.com\/collections\/lip-balms-scrubs\/products\/lip-balm#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> chemical-free lip balm<\/a> containing shea butter, beeswax, and natural oils can lock in moisture and provide a barrier to irritation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exfoliate_your_lips\"><\/span>Exfoliate your lips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If dry, flaky, and chapped skin is currently a problem, you need to slough off the dead skin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Exfoliate your lips regularly with a sugar scrub, washrag, or toothbrush. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This step allows any lip treatment to penetrate and do its healing job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Limit_your_stroking\"><\/span>Limit your stroking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that crazy-high mustache stroke statistic? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you\u2019re touching your \u2018stache, chances are you\u2019re also rubbing your lips without realizing it. Rubbing causes friction, plus you\u2019re removing any moisturization products you\u2019ve previously applied.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stop_licking_your_lips\"><\/span>Stop licking your lips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve followed the trimming advice, any unconscious lip-licking should stop. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>However, if you still find your lips are a chapped mess then make sure you aren\u2019t licking out of habit. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contrary to popular belief, licking doesn\u2019t add moisture. In fact, this habit dries your lips out even more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your mustache is perfection but your lips are another story. Dry, peeling, chapped lips are annoying and unattractive. Is your \u2018stache responsible for your chapped lip problem? It\u2019s possible. 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