Hello - I came across this while researching my own "lip eczema" issue. As background - I have had ezcema (hands and toes blister type) my whole life and oral cold sores since I was a teenager. I have been watching my lip eczema problem that showed up recently and mine is related to using a new lip balm that was SPF-rated (I usually avoid SPF balms- this balm was supposed to be a natural anti-viral to help prevent cold sores) - It appears that my lips react to either benzophenone-3 or to Octyl-Methoxcinnamate. I have to use a zinc-based sun protection on my lips or else a day after using the balm, my lips will itch (with a eczema looking rash around the perimeter of my lips) and then peel. I hope this helps other people with the same issue!
Hi,
How would characterize your condition? Is this more of a rash?
Are there any associated scaling and flaking in the area?
Is there any associated dryness?
You have mentioned that this is painful.Is this correct?
This does not sound like a herpetic infection. As you have posted,the skin condition is more rashlike rather than blisterlke. The sores of herpes are characterized by small vesicles that usually cluster together.This is usually preceded by a tingling or burning sensation.
Do you have any of these?