Hi Karen, I have (had) very dry eyes from a medical condition and can sure relate to the eyelids sticking to my eyeballs. It was horrible, especially waking up in the morning.
What I found that works the best for me is Systane Nighttime ointment. You squirt about a quarter inch of the gel in the lower lid and blink a few times to spread the ointment. Your vision is affected for a few moments as the gel melts over the eye, but clears after blinking rapidly a few times. It’s so soothing.
I apply this before bedtime. It works best if used religiously daily.
I no longer need eye drops during the day!
I hope this works for you.
Also, if you are focused on a computer screen during the day, try to blink more often to keep your eyes from getting too dry.
What other products have you tried?