One trip to the Dollar Store will get you nearly a lifetime supply of "needle pullers"! I've used them for years . . . get a package of round balloons. Snip off the top 1/2" to 5/8" and slip the remaining part over your finger(s).
Not only functional, fit like a second skin, they're cheap and colorful besides. I've tried all the others and find these best - perhaps because I've got the enlarged "nodules" on my fingers because of arthritis.
Actually, I get a few cut and ready and store them in a small container with a sprinkle of baby powder. You'll love 'em.