Too much rubbing of your lips when you need to remove makeup can cause irritation and painful peeling. To make sure that your lipstick comes off easily, use a gentle makeup remover (like Maybelline New York SuperStay Eraser Lip Color Remover, $6.22) — especially if you're wearing a waterproof or long-lasting formula.

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For softer and smoother lips, regular exfoliation is key. Just gently massage a lip scrub (such as Burt's Bees Conditioning Lip Scrub, $8.99), on the top and bottom lips in circular motion. Limit exfoliation to twice a week, since the skin on your lips is delicate.

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Just like your face, your lips can also use deep-moisturizing masks. This step will help your lips absorb moisture, vitamins, and antioxidants that will leave your pout refreshed, supple, and soft. Unlike your usual lip balm, you need to leave your lip mask (think overnight) for a longer period for it to be truly effective. There are lots of great lip masks out there and you definitely can't go wrong with the Korean beauty favorite Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask, $20.

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And of course, just like the rest of your body, your lips need protection from the sun. You need at least SPF 15 to shield your lips from harmful UV rays. Supergoop Acai Fusion Lip Balm, $9.50, is a popular pick that leaves lips smooth and protected.

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