Best finger cots according to redditors
We found 61 Reddit comments discussing the best finger cots. We ranked the 23 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 61 Reddit comments discussing the best finger cots. We ranked the 23 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Sad thing about this is, they do make finger condoms, sports athletes use them for grip. I know, I was confused too when I first saw/heard about these. http://www.amazon.com/Finger-Cots-White-Latex-Large/dp/B000OTG3DK
Finger cots: https://www.amazon.com/Latex-Finger-Cots-White-144/dp/B000OTAMAU
Oh! Get those little finger condoms! (SFW)
Next time use "Silicone Thumb Sleeves- Gel Finger Protector Support for Arthritis Basketball Mallet Finger Trigger"
I mean, duh.
Put a piece of a cotton ball over the tip of your finger, and then put a medical glove on over that. You could also do the same thing with finger cots
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00URIW2B0/ref=mp_s_a_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1499188336&sr=8-3&keywords=finger+cots&dpPl=1&dpID=412v7maOh1L&ref=plSrch
Disposable latex finger cots rubber fingertips.
https://www.amazon.com/Gorilla-Original-Disposable-Finger-Fingertips/dp/B079YT51R4
Finger cots are a thing.
Numbness is normal for second degree burns, which it sounds like you may have. You can't feel it because you're losing that skin and the layer beneath it. On the plus side, it sounds like it's going to happen fairly cleanly, without any open wound.
Obviously I'm going to recommend you go to a doctor but, if not: your biggest risk is infection. So don't pick/peel it, at least until it begins sloughing off on its own. Clean it and apply neosporin or some other topical antibiotic twice a day. Get some finger gloves for like $3 at wal-mart, and use them while you work, trying to avoid any of the stations that involve submerging your hands in liquid.
If you even think you have sign of infection, you have to go to a doctor. Amputation will cost you more in the long term.
A strop is only for honing (the final step to achieving a razor-sharp edge), while a whetstone could be used for anything from shaping the initial bevel to honing, depending on the grit.
If you do buy some Flexcut knives, which I highly recommend, you will probably only need a strop if you properly maintain them. In fact, they recommend you never use a whetstone and only opt for a Powerstrop if you neglect them for too long.
Many sites will recommend you buy tools one by one so you can get what you need, but as another beginner, I was extremely happy I purchased the Flexcut Deluxe Set. It was probably one more knife and one more palm tool than I needed, but it helped me understand what was out there and how to use them. A good, cheaper alternative might be this set.
No matter what you buy, one of the most important things to do from both a safety and usability (and enjoyment!) factor is to keep your tools as sharp as possible. That way it requires less force to move the tool through the wood, which is a common injury mechanism, and it makes it easier to create fun things. For the weird angles with V and gouge tools, I use another Flexcut invention. It works okay, but you can get the same results with folded sandpaper or other methods. I also bought a fullsize knife strop because it really does make a difference and you can get some with a lot more surface area. I haven't needed to buy a whetstone yet.
Also, I've since supplemented my starter set with Dockyard tools, which also come very sharp and keep their edge well. So far I've only used their micro tools, but I understand they have decent sets as well.
Speaking from unfortunate experience, you should definitely pick up a pair of kevlar gloves. I had a pretty serious hand injury (partially severed tendon) because I was just doing some touchups and wasn't using my gloves and got a bit sloppy. It only takes one single wrong stroke, and I had gotten complacent since I'd been so careful in the past. The gloves let me be more reckless and have definitely saved me from cuts, although they wouldn't protect against a stabbing cut. Thumb guards are also popular, but I don't actually like them very much. The gloves are nice because you can get a great grip on the tools.
When you have a knife or a set, you'll need some wood to practice on. I found ebay to be a great resource...just search for "basswood" and pick a few different sizes. 2x2x6 seems to be a good starting point to me. Make sure it is kiln-dried as well. Here is a good assortment that is pretty cheap. Butternut is another good choice, but for a beginner, I'd stick with basswood from personal experience.
Finally, if you are wanting a good book to introduce you to the subject, I'd recommend the Complete Book of Woodcarving. I've bought a number of books on the subject, but it is definitely the best if you are only buying one and need an overview to the entire craft. Old Time Whittling is only 30 pages, but gave some great examples and was very useful to me as well.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00URIW2B0/ref=mp_s_a_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1504475220&sr=8-3&keywords=Finger+cots
They actually make what I would call "finger condoms" which are latex and made specifically to just cover your fingers!! I'm not sure of the technical name of it, but I'm assuming it would work much better than just cutting the latex gloves.
Edit: Finger cots! http://www.amazon.com/Latex-Finger-Cots-White-144/dp/B000OTAMAU
They have Finger cots that may be more your speed.
I'm a little new to reddit and a mobile user so I think I formatted everything wrong... Whoops!
Here's the link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B3GLKK6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_wS81Db2VR1V3Q
I use these on my thumbs only and they really detract me from pulling from my scalp. Usually my thumb is the common denominator with my pulling habits so these "numb" the sensation of feeling out the hairs I like to pull.
They're also really small and portable so I have them stashed at my desk, in my car, at my vanity, etc. Of course there are lots of times when I take them off, like to eat or to go to the bathroom, but if I wear them for a good part of the day, they really nullify my urge to pull by a good bit. When I was in college, I used these so consistently that I actually stopped pulling for a several months-long period!
(here are some good ones https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B3JCFXQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_uwI5Ab1275Z6J )
I get mine in packs of 40
If you cut your finger, you put a band-aid on it and then one of these rubber finger covers, which prevents band-aid or blood from falling into the food.
https://www.amazon.com/Acu-Life-Rubber-Finger-Cots-Count/dp/B001T8UD4U
$6 for 200
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00URIW2B0
http://www.lesloveboat.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=201
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http://www.amazon.com/Finger-Cots-White-Latex-Large/dp/B000OTG3DK
Sorry to hear about your relapse, a week is a good amount of time, though! I’m definitely not perfect, and tend to pick when I’m home all day too, however, lately I’ve found these (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077TJHWWY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) helpful when I’m home or I put on a honey mask so that I physically can’t pick.
More recently, I have found journaling every morning about my picking from the day before and writing down my goals for today very helpful. A lot of it consists of talking myself back up, because as everyone on this sub I’m sure knows, the shame after picking can be brutal... So I try and write about forgiving myself and remind myself to not be so hard on myself and not expect to go from 0 to 100 in a week. I am bound to relapse and that’s part of recovery. The point is you keep trying and before you know it the days that you didn’t pick will outweigh the ones that you did.
Good luck to you!
Here is a list of supplies that are very helpful to have:
You can go on etsy and get fancier stitch markers, or just stick with the simple plastic ones. Whichever hooks and supplies you end up getting, try to get a carrying case to go with them. It doesn't have to be specific for crochet. It can be a pencil case or little zip up makeup pouches. They sometimes sell the makeup/travel pouches in sets of 2 or 3 sizes in the drug store or card store. Having a few in different sizes is best- one for the little things like stitch markers, needles, etc, and one for the medium sized things like rulers, measuring tape and scissors, and one for all the hooks. They make special hook cases, and if you're buying a set and they sell one that coordinates, you should consider getting it. They also make crochet supply cases, like this one, which hold everything all together.
Merry Christmas!
https://www.amazon.com/Latex-Finger-Cots-White-144/dp/B000OTAMAU
A finger "condom" may be less awkward.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001F5YRD0/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?qid=1421287354&sr=8-8&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70
finger cots as contraception
I have used finger condoms. They do the trick and are cheap. Don't try and practice safe vaping with them. You will have a bad time.
https://www.amazon.com/Latex-Finger-Cots-White-144/dp/B000OTAMAU
I bought some cotton finger sleeves off amazon to help me, I’m in Food/Beverage and need most of my hands free too. If your outbreak is only on your fingers this should help and minimize contact with coins and bare skin. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B3JCFXQ?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I use these for all sort of things. Just cut it shorter for the olight.
Finger Protectors Finger Caps Silicone Fingertips Protection - Gel Finger Cots Great for Trigger Finger, Finger Arthritis, Finger Cracking and Other Finger Pain Relief https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0752WM5SK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_-MuUDb5A6A0E0
Just get a 200-pack of finger condoms for $6
Finger condoms maybe?
Put one of these on your pecker, and then we'll talk,
https://www.amazon.com/G2PLUS-Disposable-Finger-Fingertips-Protective/dp/B00URIW2B0/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1498967098&sr=8-3&keywords=finger%2Bcot&th=1
If you can’t stop like me try these finger gloves. They’re tight but not uncomfortable I really like them.
Sumifun Silicone Finger Cots- Gel... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073GHBF32?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I think these were from the office supplies section at Martin's. Here are some sold on Amazon.
36 First Aid Finger Cots - Protection for Finger Tips From Cuts, Burns or Blisters by Flents https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001F5YRD0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_nvm4wb4GJYVEN
I like to wear one of these on my hand used to hold the piece, and one of these on the thumb of my knife holding hand.
You're out almost nothing, and you'll have some really great protection that wont hinder your dexterity.
If you're squicked about that, try buying a package of "finger cots", that doctors use to do exactly that.
But remember, hands wash, and soap & water makes everything lovely again.
These cotton finger sleeves They should be okay to wear swimming too.
I could use another gross of finger cots
Imagine if this was normal. People would be walking around with Handerpants and finger cots.
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Sports finger sleeves or the knit compression kind, or finger cots.
a gross of finger cots
pretty California
You could wear a finger cot
My mother was a nail tech and would wear them over her thumb and index finger when she didn’t want to bother with full gloves.
Hey now, there are plenty of legitimate reasons out there worthy of self-hatred, like not liking dogs or being racist or eating pineapple on pizza, but this isn't one of them!
I pick my fingers and sometimes mine look this bad too. Personally I like these band aids (they're thinner so they breathe better & dry faster when you wash your hands but stay on longer) and these gel-ish finger covers. Both are good as a preventative measure for me.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DB4Q3SZ
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Simply cut the very tip off and then fold in two, or cut in two. I have better results with folding. I get GREAT expansion from soft clamping. Make sure that your penis is dry or they will slide off.
this might work
It's possible.
My psychiatrist recommended this supplement to me, I just started using it 2x a day (Morning and afternoon). Im on day 3. I pick and bite my fingers, for about 4-6 hours it seems to calm that down a lot.
N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) Its fairly cheap, a lot of people are saying helps with trichotillomania.
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And im trying these Finger Cots.
Not only that, but we have finger condoms to wrap around said band aids.
Makes for an embarrassing situation when a girl finds one in your car.
If it's just your fingers and not the top half of your hand that get blisters, you could try 'finger sleeves'. I got some for covering up ripped caluses so I could still hold a bar without pain in workouts and they're great.
I almost bought some of those four-fingered gloves but I think they were too many reviews about the hand part slipping around
Hand condom
Have you ever tried keeping the area moisturized? That has seemed to help me recently when it comes to picking my skin. Whenever I feel an urge to pick at my arms & legs I will usually try to distract myself from the thought as well (which isn’t always easy). I find sometimes it helps to reward myself with things like a good meal, materialistic things, etc when I haven’t picked in a while. It gives me more incentive to not want to pick and it makes me feel better about myself when I can see progress.
I remember someone linking these little finger cots to try and prevent picking. I haven’t used these personally, but I have seen them recommended on this subreddit and I’ve highly considered purchasing them myself.
Link to finger cots
Would also recommend trying something like a fidget device to distract your hands whenever you feel an urge come on.
Fidget Land
looks like old-school finger cots maybe?I guess I am wrong...