Face Parts That Are Often Improved To Use Sunscreen, What Is It?

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JAKARTA - The use of sunscreen every day on the face is very important, in order to protect the skin from sunlight. However, when applying sunscreen on the face, many people ignore the lip area.

In fact, lips are one part that really needs extra protection from UV light. SavvyDerm dermatologist and founder, Catie Boucher, said that lips should be a priority for sunscreen to wear.

"Bills are almost always the last part to think about when talking about the protection from the sun. In fact, it should actually be a priority," said Catie Boucher, quoted from Real Simple, on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.

Lips need to be used for sunscreen because the skin on the lip area is much more sensitive and thin, compared to other parts of the face. Therefore, lips are more prone to damage due to sunlight.

If it is not properly protected by sunscreen, the lips can have a burning effect, premature aging, and even precancer lesions can appear.

For almost a decade working in the field of dermatology, I saw so many precancer lesions appearing in the lip area. This lesion is not yet a skin cancer, but it can develop into cancer if left unchecked," he explained.

The impact of lip damage due to UV light is not just on appearance. It can also interfere with daily activities, such as eating, drinking, and even smiling will feel sore.

Therefore, Catie Boucher strongly recommends that we also apply sunscreen on our lips every day, especially for those who often do activities in the sun. It is recommended to apply lip balm with SPF before using other lip products.