Dr. Dan’s Cortibalm: Treatment for Inflamed Cracked Lips
Written by Vic Allen · Owner
A dermatologist-developed lip balm for severely cracked lips caused by Accutane, chemotherapy, sun, and wind. What's in it and how to use it.
Dr. Dan’s Cortibalm lip balm was developed by a dermatologist looking for a treatment for patients with severely cracked, inflamed lips that were common side effects of certain drugs or medical treatments.
For example, Accutane, a prescription treatment for acne, can break down lip tissue. Patients receiving chemotherapy treatments for cancer can also develop severely swollen cracked lips.
Cortibalm is a simple formula containing Natural Yellow Beeswax, Mineral Oil, Petroleum Jelly, and a small amount of Hydrocortisone. This formula does not contain flavorings or other harsh chemicals found in other lip balms that can aggravate the condition.
I recommend Dr. Dan’s Cortibalm for folks with chapped lips associated with too much sun and wind exposure and to treat the side effects of medications. Cortibalm can also help treat the swelling and pain associated with cold sores.
Apply Cortibalm 3 to 4 times a day continuously for two weeks, then apply as needed after the condition has improved.