Is it possible to become addicted to chapstick?

katie277s

I know this sounds silly, but I think I have ruined my lips forever.  They have lost the ability to moisten themselves without using chapstick.  Is this possible or is it all in my head?

LinzDavid

I'm pretty sure I am.  I put it on several times a day.

winomom22

I think it's a myth.  However if there ever was such a thing, I would be the poster child for it.  I can't stand dry lips.  I think when you use chapstick so much, you are used to them being moist and when they aren't it's more noticeable.  I think you just become more aware and neurotic about it.  At least that's my theory.

MrsStubbs

It is true. DH never uses chapstick and NEVER has dry lips.

millerbabe

I'm addicted! I literally can not go anywhere with out chapstick. I put it on all the time.

DaiLyght

I heard that was the case with wax-based lip conditioners, like ChapStick.

katie277s

DaiLyght:

I heard that was the case with wax-based lip conditioners, like ChapStick.

I think what got me was Carmex.  I had to stop using it (after using it for years) and started using regular old chapstick.  Now that doesn't seem to be working either. 

bls27

I think most products have a particular chemical in them that makes them "addictive".  Try out Burt's Bees.... I know it doesn't have an addictive chemical in them.

DesignerMama

I think it's definitely possible, as I am severely addicted to chapstick!

FWIW, I had to stop halfway through reading this post to apply some.?