Pure aloe gel may be applied to the surface of the skin for minor skin irritations. Children should never take oral aloe preparations. Adult. Slit the leaf of an aloe plant lengthwise and remove the gel from the inside, or use a commercial preparation.
Canton Flannel is a very soft material, and therefore is ideal for polishing items where a gentle touch is needed. Canton Flannel wheels are used in the jewelry trade to polish items with gold or silver plating, where no removal of metal is desired.
You're not the odd man out, I've always used rosin core solder for brass, and copper. The flux is already included in the metal. What type of solder is also a huge factor. Use 60/40 solder with a 40 - 45 watt soldering iron.