Understanding Hyperpigmentation, Without the Shame by LuxLip
Dark lips are normal. But when they change suddenly, darken unevenly, or make you feel like you’ve lost your glow — you start to wonder why.
Let’s talk about it.
Some people naturally have more melanin in their lips. If you’re Black or Brown, dark lips are often just part of your unique beauty. It’s not a flaw — it’s melanin doing what it does.
Your lips don’t have the same protective layers as the rest of your skin. Without SPF, UV rays can cause them to darken over time. Think of it like a tan — but on your mouth.
Hormonal changes (like during pregnancy or birth control), iron deficiency, or smoking can all trigger hyperpigmentation. Even dehydration can leave lips dry, dark, and uneven.
Scrubbing too hard. Licking your lips constantly. Using drying lipsticks. These things slowly strip the skin and make lips darker, rougher, and harder to heal.