I use Lubriderm dye and fragrance free. Often it's the dyes and fragrances that cause add to any extra dryness. I purchased the COACH self adhering bandage. It helps when I'm working on any quilting. It is actually for using like an Ace bandage. But I cut small strips to wrap around my fingers. It's easy to adjust accordingly. Not expensive for the amount you get. 3"x2.2yards. you can make it as comfortable as you want. I have a roll in my bathroom closet and my sewing room. I got it because I'm allergic to the adhesives used in band aids. The thing is it helps to protect the fingers without wearing gloves. It breathes. The fabrics absorb the oils from our hands and that is why our hands dry out so bad. Wintery dry weather just adds to it.