Re: Anti humectants. In the soapmaking industry and according to my skin, Castor Oil is a Humectant-meaning it draws moisture and retains it in the skin and hair. Silicone, not positive, since I never use it in soap. I believe though it just coats hair to give the appearance of being shiny and healthy.
He thought independence would be disastrous.   The other delegate who did not sign was Robert R. Livingston of New York, but not because he refused to sign. He had voted for adoption of the Declaration but was recalled to New York before the delegates signed the official copy on August 2, 1776.
On June 7th, 1776 John Adams agreed to the resolution of independence and later played an imperative role in the drafting of the historical document. Although the Declaration of Independence was primarily written by Thomas Jefferson, Adams is regarded as playing the most substantial role in the debate for its adoption.