Re: Preventing dry hands

[Gail Niinimaa <niinimaa@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

I use "George's Special Dry Skin Cream"  developed by an Alberta 
Pharmacist for problem skin (which often occurs in Alberta due to the dry 
climate)  I wouldn't use it while working on textiles but is great for 
after work!  

Manufactured by International Laboratories (Canada) Ltd. for distribution 
by George's Cream Inc. Calgary T3A 2N1.  Or check out their web site 
www.georgescream.com


I have also used "Gloves in a Bottle" which is a skin protectant lotion.  
I'm not sure if any residue comes off on textiles or not, it claims to 
protect skin against irritants, toxins, odours, dirt, grease, chemicals, 
solvents, detergents, acids, etc,.  It is available in Canada through the 
mail order service of Lee Valley Tools.  I would be interested to know if 
anyone has any further information on this type of product with textile 
use.

Gail Niinimaa, Textile Conservator, Calgary, Alberta