The skin on your lips is thinner and usually more sensitive that on your face or body. Your lips also don't have any follicles with oil glands, so they can easily dry out.
Chapped (or dry, tight, cracked, scaly or peeling) lips are typically caused by a combination of factors, including environmental conditions, dehydration, and lifestyle habits:Dry air, cold or hot weather, sun exposure, and wind can strip moisture from the lips
Dehydration also plays a significant role, as it can lead to a general lack of moisture throughout the body, including the lipsFrequently licking your lips
