What Does Your Lip Colour Indicate About Your Health?

By Yashika Goel
10 Jun 2025, 13:30 IST

Does your lip colour change from time to time due to weather conditions or because of dehydration? Lips not only enhance your beauty but also reveal how healthy you are. Tap to read!

Pink lips

If you have rosy pink moist lips, it means there is good blood circulation in the body. It healthy body with a balance of oxygen.

Pale or white lips

Pale or white lips can be a sign of anaemia, low blood sugar levels. It means there is a lack of red blood cells or haemoglobin in the body

Blue or purple lips

Blue or purple lips mean there are low oxygen levels in the blood. It can also indicate lung problems or heart issues.

Dark brown lips

Dark brown and black lips reveal that a person smokes a lot. It can also be a side effect of a recent ongoing medication.

Red and swollen lips

Red and swollen lips can be a sign of excess heat in the body. It can cause dryness and cracks on the lips.

How to take care of your lips?

Keep your lips moist by drinking plenty of water. Hydrated them by applying petroleum jelly, ghee and coconut oil.

Information Credits

This information is taken from the Medical News Today. However, it is always advisable to consult a doctor if you see any of these signs.