How is lip eczema treated?

How is lip eczema treated?

If you have lip dermatitis, try to stop habits such as licking, biting or sucking your lips. You should also avoid irritants such as lip balms or lipsticks. Your healthcare provider may recommend:

• Petroleum jelly or unscented, hypoallergenic moisturizer to soothe dry, cracked lips.
• Steroid ointment to reduce inflammation.

In rare cases, people with severe lip eczema need oral steroids (taken by mouth) or a special prescription skin cream or ointment that prevents your immune system from overreacting to allergens.