Natural ways to get pink lips

Our lips lack sweat glands, therefore, we have to care for them specially. Having full pink lips accentuates your beauty as a woman. 

Dry and dark lips can be caused by the following:

· Bad diet

· Stress

· Smoking

· Excessive caffeine intake

· Anemia

· Failing to remove make-up at night

· Overexposure to the sun

Here are some of the best natural ways to get a pink lip

Lemon and Honey Mask

Lemon is a lightening agent while Honey helps to moisturize the lips. This makes it a great combination.

You will need the following:

· 1 Tsp honey

· 1/2 Tsp fresh lemon juice

Process:

· Mix lemon and honey together in a glass bowl.

· Apply and leave it on your lips for 10-15 minutes.

· Use warm water to wash off, then apply a lip balm.

This process can be repeated daily.

Lip Balm and Tooth Brush Combo

You will need the following:

· Good Lip Balm

· Soft toothbrush

Process:

· Apply lip balm on your lips. Ensure it is thick. Most preferably done at night.

· Your lips will absorb the lip balm.

· In the morning, use a wet toothbrush to massage your lips gently, in order to remove dead cells. A damp cloth can be used in place of a wet toothbrush.

Aloe Vera Gel Mask

Aloe vera contains Auxin and Gibberellins: these are hormones that have anti-inflammatory and healing properties that help to restore moisture to the lips.

You will need the following:

· Fresh aloe vera gel

· Coconut or Olive oil 

Process:

· Slice the aloe vera leaf from the middle.

· Remove the gel and then place it in a glass container. 

· Add a small drop of coconut or olive oil into the gel.

· Mix thoroughly. 

· Apply on your lip as a lip balm.

· Store the leftover in a fridge. 

Pomegranate Seeds Mask

Pomegranate inhibits melanin production because it contains a compound called "punicalagins": this prevents the lips from becoming dark.

You need the following:

· Crushed pomegranate seeds

· Cold milk cream

Process:

· Slice a pomegranate

· Take out the seeds and crush them.

· Mix the crushed seeds with the cold milk cream to form a paste.

· Apply paste on clean lips.

· Leave for 10 minutes 

Repeat this process thrice weekly.

Coriander Lip Mask

Coriander contains a compound called umbelliferone which treats discoloration and pigmentation.

You need:

· Five coriander leaves

Process:

· Crush coriander leaves

· Once it turns into a paste, apply on lips.

· Leave it for 15-20 minutes.

· Wash with warm water.

This process can be repeated daily. 

Other natural ways to get pink lips or softer lips

· Making use of vitamin E capsules.

Open a vitamin E capsule and apply directly to the lips. 

· Staying hydrated

Get at least 8 glasses of water a day. Dehydration can cause skin including the lips to become dry.

· Limiting exposure to toxins

Endeavor to reduce your exposure to chemicals that can age your skin, polluted air, and smoke. Avoid cigarettes.

Your lips can become softer and pink if you apply all the processes listed in this article.