Why is it that shortly after I wake up, my fingers feel a lot more slippery and smooth compared to other times?

Question

This only happens shortly after I wake up. I can rub my fingers together and get almost no resistance compared to right now. Maybe it has something to do with sweat or water or lack thereof?

In: Biology

Answer 1

Possibly the oils you naturally secrete build up overnight?

Answer 2

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Answer 3

You are likely a bit dehydrated when you wake up in the morning, so your hands and fingers are particularly dry/smooth