Let's start with the common ways to reduce or eliminate the swelling on the lip, before moving on to a few specific ones that are appropriate in certain cases.

Cold compress and ice cubes
The first way to calm and reduce swelling of the lips is to apply a cold compress, using ice cubes or spoons, previously placed in the freezer. It is necessary to wrap the ice cubes in a clean cloth or paper towel and gently attach to the affected area. Leave for about 10-15 minutes, take a break 10-15 minutes, before repeating again, and continue until the swelling begins to decrease. Avoid using ice cubes, much less spoons from the freezer directly on the lips, since they can damage the tissues.

This simple home remedy for swelling on the lips is very effective for most causes of swelling, including swelling from strokes, burns, other trauma, herpes simplex virus, ulcers, insect bites, etc.

Turmeric
It is known for its excellent healing and antiseptic properties. You can use the power of turmeric to get rid of the swollen lips. It is necessary to mix the powder, cold water and clay to make a simple herbal ointment, which should be applied to the damaged area of the lip. Leave it to dry, then rinse thoroughly with warm water. Repeat the procedure twice a day.

Aloe vera
If the lips are not only swollen, but red, inflamed, it is necessary to use Aloe Vera gel, because it has excellent anti-inflammatory properties. Aloe soothes the burning sensation. It is ideal for insect bites (for example, mosquitoes), sunburn, herpes, as well as allergic reactions on the lips.

You need to take a gel or juice of aloe vera and gently massage the affected area two or three times a day.

Tea Tree Oil and Aloe Vera
Instead of using only tea tree oil, you can also mix it with aloe vera in a 2: 1 ratio and apply the mixture on the swollen surface of the lip. Leave until completely dry and rinse with cold water. Repeat the procedure several times a day, if the tumor does not decrease immediately. Tea tree oil and a mixture of aloe vera help with any skin inflammation, including on the lips.

However, be sure to use diluted tea tree oil. You can dilute it with olive or coconut oil, that is, add a few drops of tea tree oil in a teaspoon of aloe vera or coconut oil and apply it to the affected area.

Soda
The use of baking soda is an excellent way to treat upper lip swelling from insect bites, allergic reactions and herpes. To use it, you need to take 1 tablespoon of baking soda and add water until a thick paste is formed. Apply paste on the damaged area and let it stay there for up to 10 minutes, then rinse with cold water.

Honey
Like turmeric, honey has antibacterial and natural healing properties. You should take a teaspoon of honey and apply it to the swelling, using a cotton swab. Leave for 20 minutes, then rinse with cold water. Repeat 2-3 times a day.

A bag of black tea
Black tea contains tannins with astringent properties that help to relieve swelling.
Pour a packet of tea with hot water and insist for 10 minutes, allow it to cool before applying it to the lip. Apply 3-4 times a day for a quick effect.

Salt and witch hazel
A mixture of 2 parts of witch hazel extract and 1 part of salt is excellent for reducing any edema of the body, including on the lips, soothes any pain and wounds on them. It is necessary to apply the mixture to the affected area for 15-20 minutes before rinsing with cold water. Repeat the process until there are positive changes.

Coconut oil
Coconut oil helps quickly reduce swelling on the lips, inflammation, excessive dryness, and also cure damaged skin. For healing, apply oil to the lip 3-4 times a day, and leave to soak.

Warm salt compress
Salt water is a good tool for treating injuries, especially punctures, wounds, bites, injections, cuts. You just need to mix 1 tablespoon of salt in a cup of warm water and apply to the swollen area. It can cause burning, but it helps to speed up healing. A warm compress ensures that on the swollen area there will be no accumulation of blood, therefore, the edema in the affected area decreases.

Proper nutrition and vitamin E
When treating a swollen lip, you need to make sure that you are following a balanced diet, since a deficiency of certain vitamins can cause this problem, especially vitamin B and C. You should eat foods rich in vitamin B such as bananas, oats, legumes, liver, turkey, beans, etc. In addition, before bedtime, apply a lip balm containing vitamins E or liquid contents of the capsule with this component.

It will also be helpful to drink plenty of liquid, as this ensures that the lips are not dehydrated, that is, they remain moistened. Water can also help in reducing the level of edema.

Other tools and tips
• Do not lick your lips.
• Eating ginger tea and generally adding this spice to your diet, as it helps to reduce the likelihood of edema that can cause infection of the lips.
• Treat the lips using bromelin or benadryl.
• Coconut oil.

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