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Old 03-07-2013, 04:32 PM
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Default Need a humectant!

So I've recently learned of the wonderful things humectants can do. Everybody keeps pushing AVJ but of course I'm allergic to aloe! any suggestions? Sn: I'm also allergic to cherries, mushrooms and avocado, just in case y'all have some cherried mushroom guacamole mix
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Old 03-07-2013, 04:41 PM
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Honey and glycerin are humectants as is agave nectar

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Old 03-07-2013, 04:55 PM
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I believe castor oil can act as a humectant but don't quote me
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Old 03-07-2013, 05:09 PM
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Castor oil is a humectant...This winter i mixed it with my Monoi Coconut Oil and it did very well.
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Old 03-07-2013, 05:27 PM
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Thanks....I was thinking veg glycerin with water and JBCO
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