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During the final brutal days of winter, make sure your lips are sealed

“I recommend Vaseline or Aquaphor (which is probably my favorite).”

— Dr. Karen Chapel, dermatologist, Oakwood Hospital

1. Benetint Rosy Lip Balm (SPF 15), $20, at area Macy’s stores; macys.com.

2. Aquaphor Advanced Therapy Healing Ointment, $6.49, at area drug stores.

Revolution certified-organic lip balm (not pictured), $24; beauty.com.

3. SkinCeuticals Antioxidant Lip Repair with Vitamin E, $32; skinceuticals.com.

Dr. Dan’s CortiBalm Medicated Lip Balm (not pictured), $8.95; delasco.com.

Doctor’s orders:

In addition to using the proper balm, avoid licking lips and mouth breathing.

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// February 2009

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