Chartered Chemist and our founder Bruce Green, says, "Whilst kissing has many benefits for your skin such as an increase of blood flow that can leave a glowing skin appearance, how you kiss is what to watch for when it comes to your skin health.

Whilst kissing doesn't directly cause spots, if the other person has oily-skin or acne-prone skin, they can transfer bacteria and oils and potentially exacerbate skin issues.

Your lips really do do the talking, as they can also transmit germs, cold sores, glandular fever and tooth decay.

Chapped lips are possible from aggressive and passionate kissing that can cause trauma to the lips, and the soft tissue can become swollen.

Saliva is also full of enzymes that can be harsh for the delicate skin on lips, which can leave them feeling discomfort, dry and more vulnerable to external factors such as harsh weather conditions.

Many people don’t realise that lips need just as much protection as your face to lock in moisture. SOS Lip helps to prevent moisture loss through the lips and prevents the absorption of the colour pigments from the lipstick into the lips (and makes them more kissable!). Your favourite lipstick will last longer and look better. Lips appear and feel much softer.

Your lips have more nerve endings than any other part of your body. When you kiss, it feels good, and a huge chemical cocktail is released. Kissing offers many health benefits but can also transmit a small number of diseases/problems causing bacteria and viruses. But there is no need to give up kissing for the sake of your health and that of your loved ones. The risk of disease transference is very very small.

Its not all doom and gloom. Research into passionate kissing has uncovered many valuable health benefits (unless you are a football manager!).

How to prevent problems whilst kissing:

· Avoid kissing when you or the other person is sick.

· Avoid kissing anyone on the lips when you or they have an active cold sore or mouth ulcer.

· Coughs and sneezes from a cold or flu – avoid kissing.

· Maintain good oral hygiene – goes without saying.

The benefits:

Emotional bonding, stress reduction, metabolic boost, healthier mouth and potential increased immunity.

So keep your lips healthy and looking more inviting with SOS Lip. And kiss away for a happier life.”

SOS Lip contains a unique blend of botanical extracts including Pisum Sativum (Pea Extract) & Viscum Album Leaf (Mistletoe Extract) to deliver a lasting hydration whilst helping to repair & soothe damaged skin.

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