Cracked lips are common and painful, specially when the weather is cold and everybody know it is a painful and uncomfortable prospect. Many of us feel the urge to lick our lips when it feels dry and cracked but experts say this only worsens the problem. The best solution is to use moisturizing lip balms with added sun protection. Apply and re-apply liberally all throughout cold days when you go out to prevent cracked and bleeding lips. Exfoliate your lips with mild abrasive pads to remove dead skin and then re-apply moisturizers each time you wash your face. There are also lipsticks that provide both moisturizing and sun protection that look good and helps protect your lips as you enjoy those cold winter days.