Style Beauty The Best Anti-Aging Lip Products, According To Dermatologists By Maddy Zollo Rusbosin Maddy Zollo Rusbosin Maddy Zollo Rusbosin has never met a bottle of nail polish she hasn't wanted to try. After working in New York City as a Beauty Editor at Seventeen and People StyleWatch, she returned South to her hometown of Winter Park, Florida. Besides soaking up the sunshine, she's continued to report on all things hair, makeup, sorority trends, and more. With over 12 years of experience, her work has been published in Cosmopolitan, Elle, Women's Health, Robb Report, Town & Country, Flamingo Magazine, and Orlando Magazine among others. The latests edition to resume? Mom to the sweetest little girl named Jackie. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on January 25, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently evaluate all recommended products and services. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Learn more. Hector Manuel Sanchez When you are young, you take for granted how you can swipe on any lipstick without worrying about the color seeping into your fine lines or bleeding out from the corners of your mouth. Another thing you don't worry about? Your pout's plumpness slowly deflating, leaving you with thin, pancake-like lips. Sadly, your mouth ages just like the rest of your body, so it's important to begin taking preventative care as earlier as possible. While plain old lip balm is better than nothing, certain products, like the below dermatologist recommendations, are specifically designed to rejuvenate and repair. Try incorporating one of these lip savers into your daily routine to make your kisses even sweeter: Our Top Picks CeraVe Healing Lip Balm at Amazon Jump to Review Clarins Extra Firming Lip and Contour Balm at Macy's Jump to Review Vanicream Lip Protectant at Amazon Jump to Review Your Favorite Lipstick + SPF: Physicians Formula Healthy Lip Velvet Lipstick at Amazon Jump to Review C & H Pure Granulated White Cane Sugar at Walmart Jump to Review CeraVe Healing Lip Balm Amazon View On Amazon You don't need to spend a lot to keep your mouth looking like you're continually drinking from the fountain of youth. Take this balm that's under $5: "It has hyaluronic acid to hydrate the lips, SPF 30 to protect against the UV rays and sun damage, ceramides to protect the skin barrier, and Vitamin E for antioxidant protection," says Dr. Nazanin Saedi, Director, Laser Surgery and Cosmetic Dermatology at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital of why it's her top pout pick. Clarins Extra Firming Lip and Contour Balm Macy's View On Macy's "This lip balm pampers and treats your lips while preventing fine lines.," say Dr. Debra Jaliman, board-certified NYC dermatologist, Assistant Professor of Dermatology Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and author of the book, Skin Rules: Trade Secrets from a Top New York Dermatologist. It's a pout pleaser since it has a blend of raspberry seed oil and shea butter that nourish and smooth. Vanicream Lip Protectant Sunscreen SPF 30 Amazon View On Amazon Your pout is one of the most susceptible for sun damage and become more and more fragile as you age. "They have very little melanin and contain no oil glands," explains dermatologist Sonia Batra, M.D. and co-host of The Doctors TV show of why this is the case. "My favorite anti-aging lip product is a lip balm that is hydrating and contains a mineral sunscreen with SPF 30, like Vanicream Lip Protectant SPF 30. This can be used as a base for lip color. In general, I recommend avoiding glossy finishes as they decrease the scatter of light and facilitate UV damage; a matte finish is better." Your Favorite Lipstick + SPF Physicians Formula The Healthy Lip Velvet Liquid Lipstick Courtesy of Ulta View On Amazon View On CVS DIY your way to younger lips! "On top of a morning moisturizer, try applying Physicians Formula The Healthy Lip Velvet Liquid Lipstick blended with a dab of sunscreen to create a shimmering and beautiful lip," suggests Physicians Formula dermatologist Rachael Cayce, M.D.. "It contains anti-oxidants and pigment which protects lips from fluorescent light and sunlight. Plus, its longevity helps maintain protection throughout the day." Cayce also recommends to steer clear of sipping anything through a straw (since it can create fine lines) and not smoking to keep your lips looking their best. C & H Pure Granulated White Cane Sugar Thodsaphol Tamklang / EyeEm/Getty Images View On Walmart Yes, this pantry staple can be used for more than just baking. "A gentle sugar scrub liberates dead skin cells and plumps up the lips," says dermatologist Mona Gohara, M.D. "It tastes good too!" Just apply the granules to your lips, massaging in a circular motion and then rinse. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit