The daily prevention protocol

Five small habits that quietly lower how often you flare up.

The five steps

Protect every morning with a mineral SPF balm, before you head out. Reapply outdoors every couple of hours and after sun, swim, or sweat.

Shield your lips in wind and cold so the barrier stays sealed and supple. Support the inside layer by protecting sleep, managing stress, and keeping your immune baseline steady. And respect the tingle window in the first 24 hours.

Make it automatic

Prevention only works when it is a habit, so pair the morning balm with something you already do, like brushing your teeth. The tracker in the app can nudge you and keep the streak visible.

Go deeper

The full Cold Sore Prevention Protocol is available as a free PDF from the Learn hub if you want the printable version.