Lip corner cracks are caused by Perleche, which is scientifically known as Angular cheilitis. This skin problem is caused by the infection of the corners of the lips by a bacteria or by the fungus Candida Albicans.

People who have a deficiency in vitamin B-2, B-3, B-6 and B-12 as well as those who have a deficiency in iron are more vulnerable to this problem.

The other factor that increases the risk of having a lip corner crack is the exposure to the sun and to the cold wind and the constant licking or biting of the lips.

If you have cracks in the corners of the lips, then your doctor may suggest you use 1% hydrocortizone. This medicine is marketed under many different names and most people who have tried it report that it is not effective.

Fortunately, It is possible to heal lip corner cracks using home remedies. There is in fact a method for healing lip corner cracks using affordable natural ingredients. Click here to learn about it!