Chapped lips

[Beckybecks]

I have lips that feel like sandpaper at the moment.
I've had it before but generally could put it down to sun, wnd or a dry climate.

This time I can't blame any of those and of course it's started to worry me why this should have happened.

I did a search on this forum and I see that some people think it may be due to their medication. But I'm not on any medication.

The only thing I've done that's different is eat Balsamic vinegar for a few days on my salad.
Hoping that's what caused it.

I see some people have posted that they've had it almost constantly since they became anxious.
Not sure that I can blame this on anxiety. But it's certainly and stupidly making me anxious!

Anyone else have this or have any suggestions for its cause.
I'm using Vaseline at the moment.

[Beckybecks]

Anyone? Inside of lips tender too.

[Cusper]

Generally when I get chapped Lips like that it means the beginning of a cold. It usually means that you are run down a bit and should drink lots of fluids. Sometimes it's just as simple as dehydration.

[Fishmanpa]

It happens.. Carmex... best remedy there is :)

Positive thoughts

[MyNameIsTerry]

Stress makes your skin breakout. My anxiety has made my skin worse. It's dryer, doesn't heal as well.

So, probably just one of those anxiety things some get.

Just treating it might help.

Maybe you have less saliva? I used to get ulcer breakouts in times of high stress.