2. Use a light exfoliating mixture.
Sugar-based lip scrubs are an easy DIY remedy for flaky, peeling lips. A simple scrub of sugar mixed with honey works wonders. Gently massage the lip scrub onto chapped lips in circular motions to lightly exfoliate. Take care not to scrub too harshly. The granulated sugar will buff away dry, dead skin and flakes without irritation. Honey adds moisturizing properties to soothe as it smooths. Removing built-up layers of dry skin allows moisturizers to better hydrate cracked lips. Make your own nourishing, non-abrasive lip scrub with pantry staples, sugar, and honey.