There are several reasons why children might lick their lips:
- Dryness and Chapping: When the lips become dry or chapped, a child might lick them to provide temporary moisture. - Habit and Comfort: Sometimes, lip licking can become a habit or a self-soothing behavior. - Skin Conditions: Conditions like eczema can make the skin around the mouth more sensitive and prone to dryness. - Allergies: Allergies, especially food allergies, can cause irritation around the mouth, prompting lip licking.
