Brief Answer: drink plenty of fluids orally Detailed Answer: Hello XXXX Lips get dry due to lack of water in the body. The permanent and complete cure for this can be obtained by taking adequate fluids orally. Since you are diabetic as well, you need to drink even more water as compared to normal people. Hence, please carry a bottle of water with you and sip on it every now and then. You can also take butter milk, fresh fruit juices, and tender coconut water on a daily basis as well. Since summer is nearing you need to do this more often, else the lip dryness would increase further. Continue to use the balm as and when required. Apply it at night before going to bed also. Do not lie down directly under the fan or AC as it could worsen the dryness. Hope this helps you. Take care!

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