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Sometimes I feel like derms recommend Aveeno, Cetaphil, and CeraVe because of how commonly used they are. Unfortunately they don't work for everyone.

>Thoughts on the Simple line?

I've tried it, and frankly I don't like it. Some love it, but even the gel cleanser that many swear by as not drying (I can't use creamy cleansers due to clogged pores) dried me to the bone. YMMV, of course, but it just didn't wow me.

If the CeraVe or Cetaphil don't work for you, don't use them. The Ziana is going to dry you out, as you know, and not all acne-prone skin is oily. We are all different. Hell, my skin is combo leaning dry and it gets HELLA dry with 99% of foamy cleansers. I also struggle with dryness and exploding faces with heavy creams. Unfortunately, I can't even use Nivea Cream, which many here love, due to the lanolin. So that's out.

Instead, I layer several types of moisturizers and products that help moisturize the skin and sleep with a humidifier by my bed. Here's some ideas:

• Gentle cleanser. There are a lot of choices, but I've frankly had bad luck with most, so at the risk of sounding like a shill, I'm going to suggest Paula's Choice. It's the only cleansers I've had luck with. Here's a link. If you can tolerate creamier cleansers, I suggest the RESIST cleanser or the Skin Recovery. If you can't tolerate creamy concealers (Welcome to my club :(), try the Hydralight. Get samples -- don't put money down on something you aren't sure about or can't return.
  
• Think in layers. You might want to add a moisturizing toner. Normally I don't recommend toners, but since you'll need all the help you can get, this might be a good option for a little extra somethin'. Many here love Thayer's Rose Witch Hazel, but make sure the witch hazel doesn't bother your skin. If it does, again, my recommendation is trying a Paula's Choice toner -- it's the one toner I've had a good experience with. The RESIST cleanser gets a lot of love on MakeupAlley, as does the Skin Recovery. I don't really recommend Hydralight because some people find that an ingredient in it irritates their skin. Not sure which it is, but avoid just in case. If you don't do well with any of this (possible, retinoids are extremely harsh), you can always just mix up a spray bottle of water + glycerin.
  
• Light moisturizer. You're gonna need somethin' BLAND. A gel may work alright. This is unfortunately going to be trial and error, since so many moisturizers are packed with ingredients that can irritate irritable (hur) skin. Sebamed is an option that some people here love. You can also try the Aveeno that your doctor recommended. Avoid anything with cetearyl alcohol/cetyl alcohol IN COMBINATION WITH cetearth-20, which seems to be the gigantic problem causer in many people who are sensitive to "fatty alcohols" and products that contain them, like CeraVe. Hell, Nivea Cream (blue tubby) might work for you. Patch test. Don't burn your face off. If any redness or pain occurs, abort.
  
• Hide all topicals. BP, AHA, BHA. Hide them. Out of sight. Do not pick them up. Do not use them. Do not be me on retinoids or any topical. I have fucked up so bad so many times by going, HUR DUR I CAN TOLERATE THIS. Nope. Nope. Do not do this. Hide them.
  
• Invest in a humidifier. If you're in the US and it's getting warm again, try a cool mist. The Crane cool mist seem to be the best cool mist humidifiers around. Sleep with it by your bed, run it during the day when near it.
  
• Use an occlusive. Since you did fine with baby oil, you'll most likely do great with Vaseline. You can TRY Aquaphor if you'd like, but spot test since lanolin causes all sorts of issues for some people (hi). If you're not feeling adventurous, pick up a tub of Vaseline (100%, not mixed with fragrance or cocoa butter or anything fancy) and a bottle of pure glycerin (usually found with alcohol and hydrogen peroxide). At night, after using all your goodies, take a small dollop of Vaseline and put a drop of glycerin in it. Mix in your palms, pat onto dry spots on face -- cheeks, chin, and around the mouth seem to suffer the most with retinoids. Do not touch. You will stick to pillows but... it's the cost of not being uncomfortable.
  
• Physical sunscreens. Don't try a chemical one unless you want to see how good your face looks in red. Look for zinc oxide and titanium dioxide only. Higher amounts of zinc oxide mean better UVA (aging, invisible damage) protection. Know that physical SS WILL give you a white-cast, so look for moderate protection -- 30-50. Don't go overboard unless you want to cosplay as casper. Do look for higher PPD values since you're on Ziana and an antibiotic. 10-15+. I think the popular Elta MD sunscreens clock in around 5-8. MakeupAlley reviews will be your friend here.
  
• Resist scrubbing the everliving shit out of your face to get off makeup or balls of dead skin. Again, been there, done that. Focus on MOISTURE first, exfoliation second. And bland, bland, bland. Don't go too crazy experimenting with oils right now. Been there, done that -- mistakes were made. Instead, use a washcloth minimally (2-3x a week, gently) and just gently massage with your hands and mineral oil to remove dead skin. If the dead skin wants to hang on, don't try peelin' it off. Just moisturize it and let it be.
  
• Avoid actives and some antioxidants. You don't want to piss off your skin more than it will be from the Ziana. No Vitamin C, no copper peptides, nada. Avoid fragrances and essential oils like the plague. They're bad news for many just by themselves, but add in tretinoin and you have the perfect recipe for Red McBurny Face, who happens to be the Mayor of Frowntown. You don't want to visit that place, trust me.
  
  Let me know if you have any additional questions. I've been on tretinoin before and... that lady and I did not get along. I also have extremely sensitive skin, so some of my suggestions are straight out of my routine.
  

This is a vaporizer
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000TN7ME

Hi there! 👋 mom of twin babies here, I have been through a few humidifiers! Question, do you have your own office, or are you in a cubicle?

Here are a few things:

1. Cool mist humidifiers make your space clammy, and they push out a stream of “vapor”, which for you might work out bc you could point it towards yourself. They can breed bacteria, and the ones I have used all leaked all over my table, so beware. Whatever one you end up using, put it in a shallow bowl so that if it does leak, it doesn’t short circuit your computer.
   
2. If you get cold in your office, I suggest a warm mist humidifier.
   
3. If you have more space on your floor in your own office, I suggest the best reviewed humidifier listed below. It doesn’t mist which is nice, it has a UV filter to kill any bacteria (usually have to change out once a season, WELL worth it compared to the cool mist ones that break and you have to clean all the time). It also helps circulate air, and you can put tap water instead of distilled water. The other ones require distilled. (I still put Brita filtered water in mine). You could put in on the floor, next to your office plant or something. It has three settings as wel. I figure if you’re going to really get a humidifier, do it right. I’m also not worried about this one leaking all over everything. This is the one we have in our house, though I’m looking for a warm one too.
   Hope this helps!
   Honeywell Humidifier on Amazon
   
   P.S this is not a cute little small thing, it’s BIG, but you can put it on your floor. I would suggest this or something like this one.

Sounds like the bridge is too low. The C string should be @8.5mm above the end of the fingerboard This time of year (the winter heating season) the cello shrinks so the bridge goes down. It is a good idea to keep the cello in a humidified environment and have a calibrated hygrometer to keep track of the humidity. Probably won’t change this, but it will protect your cello and make it happier. Here is an article on the topic. I have his hygrometer. BTW, most major violin dealers in NYC keep the humidity at 40% so that instrument don;t experience shock when they are taken out of the shop.

http://www.burgessviolins.com/humidity.html

I got this humidifier when one of ours died. Terrific

LEVOIT Humidifiers for Large Room Bedroom (6L), Warm and Cool Mist Ultrasonic Air Humidifier for Home Whole House Babies Room, Customized Humidity, Remote, Germ Free and Whisper-Quiet, 2-year Warranty https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MYGNGKK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_pHA3Db85GWYA5

Vornado Evap40 4-Gallon Evaporative Humidifier https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00O0WOO74/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_LiF0DbB01D37M

This is the one I’ve been using for the past two years. It’s packed well so I wouldn’t worry about it being broken. It can be loud but it’s super effective.

It's tokey the penguin! He was always blowing mad clouds in my local bed bath and beyond. Good to see he found a good home.

Here's the amazon link. They have a ton of other animals as well.

A whole house humidifier.

For the last two years my hands have been so dry in the winter the skin has started peeling.

I bought a bluetooth humidity/temperature monitor (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AEQ9X9I), which showed me a low of 12% humidity in my and my wife's bedroom during winter. I bought this humidifer https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004S34ISA/ which raised the whole apartment's humidity to ~35%. Requires daily water refills and a biweekly filter change. I use it from Jan-April. When I buy a house I will buy a humidifier that hooks up directly to the house's heater.



Since buying the humidifier I have experienced no dry skin problems during the winter.

:( That does sound hectic. My registry is kinda all over the place because I've already bought a ton of stuff, but just some suggestions of some things (FTM so no idea really if these are good or not, some were recommendations from friends, some were recommendations from various online resources).

• car seat, extra base if you have more than one car, and stroller
  
• baby carrier - I got the ergobaby 360 with infant insert but the Lillebaby 360 is also super popular.
  
• swaddles - aden & anais seem to be hugely popular.
  
• bathing supplies - washcloths, bathtub
  
• first aid kit supplies - NoseFrida, nail clipper, thermometer
  
• feeding - bottles, sterilizer (some people told me I had to have it, some said it was totally unnecessary), bottle cleaner brush, drying rack (seems like everyone else loves the Boon grass, but I don't have the counter space!) You can get a pump through your insurance if you plan to breastfeed, I ordered mine through Aeroflow. I ultimately chose the Spectra S2 over the Medela PISA because it's a closed system, which apparently means less chances of bacteria getting into the system and thus easier cleaning.
  
• burp clothes - I was told to just get a ton of cloth diapers to use as burp clothes, and to have them everywhere.
  
• diaper pail - I have two friends who say this is good enough, so I went with it. They also said to use doggie poop bags to contain the smelly diapers.
  
• humidifier
  
• Boppy for nursing
  
• Backpack style diaper bag
  
• baby may need a more convenient place to be set down other than the crib, something you can have near you in the kitchen, shower, whatever. Popular options are the rock n play, Boppy lounger, or a pack 'n play. I plan on getting the Chicco FastAsleep pack 'n play because the crib/dresser/changing station is on our 2nd floor, so I figured this could double as a changing station/napper on the first floor.
  
  Lucie's List is probably the best resource I found online.

https://www.amazon.com/Fancii-Personal-Humidifier-Operated-Humidifying/dp/B01I3Z33TS

You need to get yourself a mini humidifier or you'll have dry skin forever while working there.

Warm mist humidifiers are really cheap. With a pinch of salt per 1.5 gallons, they put out a lot of steam and no carbon monoxide.

http://www.amazon.com/Vicks-1-5-Gallon-Vaporizer-Night-Light/dp/B0000TN7ME/ref=sr_1_11?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1420830890&sr=1-11&keywords=warm+mist+humidifier

Hey, I JUST came off building a setup and it cost me $750 total. We have 3 plants in there right now. I have the entire list with amazon links or store suggestions.

Item| Price | Where To Buy
---|---|----
Tent| $95| We bought this one, I don't know if it's worth spending a lot on anything more expensive. For a smaller option I just got a second with good reviews but can't vouch for it yet.
Lights/Hood/Ballast| $140| I got the 600W set, but 400W would make cooling MUCH easier and still get a big yield. For LEDs at similar price, Viparspectra 300W x2 or a single 600W eliminates need for extra cooling potentially (not included here, we used fans from around the house)
ph Test+Control Kit | $25| GET THIS. The water must be pH'd properly for your babies' health.
Cloth Pots| $20 | These are better for aeration, water flow, training, etc. Cheap and reusable too.
Nutrients | $50 | I got the Fox Farms Trio, but there are many good options out there.
Fan + Filter | $150 | This is huge and might be overkill for you. Make sure whatever you get fits your tent vents (This one fits the Apollo tent above with 6" vents).
Ducting | $20 | Connect fan to filter, to tent, to wherever. Might want multiple sizes, check tent vent sizes.
Foil Tape, Metallic | $10 | Here. Metal Duct tape is best duct tape.
Fan Speed Controller | $20 | Useful for if you do get a fan that is slightly overkill!
Fox Farms Ocean Forest | $15 - $40 | You can buy it online and I did for my first 3 bags....then I found it in a local store for $15. There is some controversy with FF lately, it's not organic FYI. There are tutorials on making your own soil if you care, but I like this because I didn't have to use nutes for 3-4 weeks.
Humidifier | $30 | This is the exact one I have. We're in winter so I need it to keep humidity up, you may not.
Dehumidifier | $40 | There are plenty for this much. You may not need this either.
Cal-Mag | $20 | I haven't needed it yet but it's best to have on hand if you do!
Seeds | $75 | I bought from Attitude, chose stealth, and bought like 15 seeds?, so it was expensive. You can get seeds for less.
Jiffy Pellets | $10 | Used to start seeds. There are other options.
Total | $745 | If you buy all this stuff, you have potentially even more than you need to get started, with room for 3-4x more plants than these boxes, and with nutrients to last you for a long long time!

Hope this helps! I'd hate to see you drop so much on it when you don't need to at all.

haha which one??

the one on the right is this Homech i got on amazon. I absolutely love it. It cranks out the mist like no other. The only things i wish it had were a bigger tank and automatic on/off when it dips below a certain percentage of moisture in the air. those units exist, just more expensive.

the one with the big blue tank more towards the middle is a Vicks cool mist humidifier. I love it because it has a huuuuuge tank. It’ll last at least 2 days on full blast—where my other one is about 9 -10 hours or so. The Vicks doesn’t produce as heavy of steam but it’s not far behind.

Always go cool mist. warm mist will increase risk of mold and bacteria growth. also with this much humidity (85-90%+) definitely introduce a fan for airflow. I have one of those tall dyson air purifier fan things (a family member gave it to me, i didn’t spend the money for it lol) and i have the circulating all day.


i know all you asked for was which humidifier it was, but hopefully some find this information helpful.

Honeywell HCM350W Germ Free Cool Mist Humidifier, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002QAYJPO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_b8dwybNWV0CHR

Where do I start...

1. You're feeding your bird the wrong kind of food. You need to give them pellets, fresh fruit/veggies, and the seeds should be given as treats. Seed mixes are junk food. Parrots be TIME-CONSUMING.
   (but why do they sell them in stores, you ask? Why do they sell Himalayan salt lamps? Because people buy that shit...)
   
   
2. Your bird has no toys. They need stuff to chew on, constantly. Parrots be expensive, yo.
   
3. You bird needs a UV lamp for proper vitamin D3 synthesis. It needs to be properly positioned, and needs to be the right kind of bulb. I do not recommend 'ZooMed'. I recommend Featherbrite
   
4. Get some different-sized perches. Get a small concrete perch so your bird can groom their nails and beak.
   
5. You just got this bird. Go see an avian vet to have it checked out, and to get some proper advice on how to care for your new, expensive responsibility. And I don't mean any vet.. I mean an avian vet. Go to https://abvp.com/animal-owners/find-an-abvp-specialist/ to find one. (Note: They are more expensive than the usual vet, but essential. Most regular vets don't know shit about birds.)
   
6. Are you in a cold location where the heat is on all the time? Make sure the humidity is between 40%-60% in the room. Get a humidifier if you need to. I recommend this kind: https://www.amazon.com/Humidifiers-Ultrasonic-Humidifier-Vaporizer-Waterless/dp/B01MYGNGKK
   
7. Read.
   
   Food recommendations: Harrison's pellets, Roudybush pellets, LaFaber pellets.. you can give Nutriberries as treats. (Google these...)
   
   Toys... "bird kabobs"... wooden blocks on leather string.... go to https://www.mysafebirdstore.com/ for some ideas.
   
   How to know you're getting the right size perch... http://www.naturalbirdco.co.uk/perchsizeguide.html
   
   If all of this sounds like too much.... take the bird back to the store, and get a refund, because this isn't for you!
   
   
   
   

I got this Vicks Warm Mist Humidifier one at Walmart for ~$15!

I was like you, wanting to know which fancy humidifier to get, but after reading posts on /r/BuyItForLife I decided to go ahead and pick that cheap one up. It works great, makes warm mist, it's pretty quiet, too-- doesn't make a mess. I won't be heartbroken when it dies either. Def recommend it!

Jesus yes. I can't live without it. I have very dry skin and roommates who love to turn the heat up really high in the winter. If I don't use a humidifier, I get some really unattractive dry spots.

I don't use it in the summer. And I have never noticed it doing anything to my room, but I keep it on low. Mostly because I'm too lazy to change the water super often.

I have this one from Amazon and it has been going strong for 1.5 years.

This looks suspiciously similar to the Crane Drop Shape Cool Mist Humidifer.

you must live in a humid area. I have 3 Humidifiers in my home.
see link. https://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Warm-Mist-Humidifier-Shut-Off/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?s=instant-video&ie=UTF8&qid=1483046937&sr=8-2&keywords=humidifier

Snap up this open box one like mine: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/ol/B001FWXKTA/ref=mw_dp_olp?ie=UTF8&condition=all

You can "warranty" it as needed by buying new, swapping parts, return. The vendor doesn't get hurt as the manufacturer refunds them.

Only problems we've had are hard water. But it's a small inconvenience for the small price.

I've had to "repair" mine three times over five years, but I just bought an extra outright once so I had two tanks for ease of filling.

I just clean it with a screw driver and don't mess around with vinegar or solvents.

Not exactly a makeup/skincare recommendation, but do you have a humidifier you love? I have one that says it creates an "invisible mist," but I've been running it for 5 days straight in my bedroom and the water level hasn't dropped AT ALL. Humidity level doesn't feel like it has changed at all in the room--I still wake up with a dry, tight face and a dry, bloody nose.

It's been a while since I've shopped for one, and I'm honestly overwhelmed by the options. They all look so different now! Bonus points for one that's not gigantic, hideous, or super loud.

Ok. So I purchased this humidifier:
Safety 1st Ultrasonic 360 Humidifier, Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CWN8IK2/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_I0dzub17MDX3C

I needed a way of raising the RH a fair amount higher than I already had. I tried spraying and adding a cup of water in the bucket but I couldn't get it to maintain higher than 35% for long. There must be a better way...

I drilled a large hole to fit a small shop VAC hose into the bucket near the base of the plant. The hose leads in from the large top opening of the humidifier. I can maintain 80% RH with the humidifier on the lowest setting. To maintain 60% I just needed to pull the VAC hose further out of the humidifiers opening.

And! Since this is a cool mist humidifier it actually helps to lower internal temps slightly. I think the dial on the humidifier is going to work out well when I increase the exhaust fans output substantially soon.

This is my first build and am always open to suggestions.

A large capacity evaporative humidifier like this is a good choice.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00WAC9VKQ/

OK for reals: I paid off my credit card and I started a new skincare regimen that seems to actually be working with the havoc the winter weather has been wreaking on my face. And I set up my penguin humidifier.

Crane's Drop Shape Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier: http://amzn.com/B001ADL1SG

God, that's a ridiculously long name.

We've had our blue and white one for five years and it's still going strong. We had the green one for two and a half years, and it sort of broke... I had it on an unlevel surface, and it thought it had water left when it didn't. It didn't fail spectacularly, just made a funny melty plastic smell.

Sorry you're having a shit day. :-(

I bought this one. Works great.

link

Sure! I got the one gallon but maybe I should have gone a bit smaller or one that wasn’t tall (like the picture above). I love how long it runs but it is a little big for the space I have it in. It doesn’t look like an eye sore though so it’s not a big deal. Other than that I really like this humidifier, no real complaints.

Vicks 1-Gallon Warm Mist Humidifier https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ExygDbDE584MZ

we like the vicks ones but you can usually find them cheaper in walmart or target

For warm must I use this http://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Warm-Mist-Humidifier-Shut-Off/dp/B001FWXKTA
For cool mist I use this http://www.amazon.com/Crane-Ultrasonic-Humidifier-Gallon-output/dp/B005PK7RW4

I have not had any issues with the Vicks. I really love it. The crane must be placed higher up on tall furniture to be most effective. It still works nicely on a night stand but a tall dresser is optimum. Both humidifiers work a 10x10-12x12 room excellently.

I'm pretty sure it's cheaper at Target but this is what I have. It's great. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001FWXKTA

I had the same problem, so I did some research and bought this one a week ago. It's a little bulky and needs a filter, but it's SO much easier to clean.

Honeywell HCM350W Germ Free Cool... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002QAYJPO?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

We bought this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002QAYJPO

We will use it in the nursery. I like it because it just uses evaporative cooling so the cost to operate it is much less than other humidifiers. Also nothing hot comes out of it so there's no way anyone can get burned by it.

I've coded these posts to upload automatically every week. hope you enjoy the timelapse!

Days from germination: 52

Seeds

• 2 Tangerine Dream - Growers Choice
  
• 2 Critical Purple - Growers Choice
  
• 1 Blue Dragon - From a friend.
  
  

  Medium
  

• coco coir
  
• 5 gallon fabric pots
  
  

  Schedule
  

  
  

• 24 Hours on
  
  

  Nutrients
  

  
  

• Cann A+B
  
  

  Grow Setup:
  

  
  |Item|Link|Price|
  |:--|:--|:--|
  |grow tent| https://amzn.to/2oeJ92h |$110|
  |inline fan| https://amzn.to/2p47iJb |$102|
  |grow lights x 2 | https://amzn.to/2nBbdNn |$540|
  |blurple light | https://amzn.to/2p3ZaII | $100|
  |humidifier| https://amzn.to/2nBQzwC | $71|
  |tower fan| https://amzn.to/2nBQzwC | $47|
  |clip fans| https://amzn.to/2paof53 | $21|
  |grow bags| https://amzn.to/2ontyNK | $13|
  |coco coir x 2| https://amzn.to/2omfi80 | $50
  
  
  

  some other items:
  

  
  |Item|Link|Price|
  |:--|:--|:--|
  | humidity monitor| https://amzn.to/2p47fNy | $10|
  | eye wear| https://amzn.to/2oloARE | $15|
  | raspberry pi| https://amzn.to/2nrAvO5 | $50|
  | webcam x 2| https://amzn.to/2og81H4 | $70|
  | ph tester| https://amzn.to/2mJiA4R | $15|
  
  

• something i've probably forgotten
  
  
  All in all it's cost just under $1000 USD

I just got this humidifier for my DD and it is so much easier to maintain than our previous Crane one.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002QAYJPO/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1506120922&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=honeywell+humidifier&dpPl=1&dpID=31do7c24QVL&ref=plSrch

Well, I have an enormous console one, because the humidity in my apartment goes to about 33% without a humidifier running. It will happily humidify most of the place to 55% humidity with a fill every 24-36 hours (depending how dry I let it get before I refill it). It holds just shy of 5 gallons, I think, compared to the 1 gallon ultrasonic I used in the bedroom before I got this one, which needed to be filled about every 18 hours for one room. It has a side mounted container for water, so you don't have to shut it off to go fill it, and it holds about two containers worth (one flows down to the bottom with the wick, then you fill it again), so you don't have to haul 5 gallons from the sink to the humidifier.

The wicks are about $12-14 on amazon, depending what the price variation of the day is. It's really easy to install, it's only really noisy when the humidity is way below where it's set to (you can set it anywhere from 35 to 60% if I recall correctly, 50% is best of both worlds for protecting you from flu and mold), and honestly, you can set what the fan speed is at if you don't like auto.

I've been running this almost constantly since Christmas (there was a week that we turned it off 'cause I was trying to dry a bunch of sand), and I've replaced the wick once. I may not have had to replace it if I had emptied it out for that week, but I stupidly left it sitting in the wet chamber, so it got gross.

TL;DR: I apparently have lengthy opinions on humidifiers.

Why are you looking for a computer solution to a physical problem?

• Eye drops
  
• Humidify the air
  
• Take breaks

What's your average temperature? Lowering the temp to between 65/75F can really help humidity. Some 'poor man' humidity solutions I've tried:

• Soaked papertowels in a solo cup (added about 5-10% relative humidity)
  
• Standing water in pot basin (same as soaked papertowels)
  
• Misting every few hours (helped but it was annoying)
  
  Nothing really compares to getting a cheap cool-mist humidifier though. I was dealing with humidity in the same range as you. I picked up one of these, and humidity stays around 50-60% inside my bucket.

A possible non-meditative solution: have you considered a humidifier? There are some quiet small ones like this that you can set up just about anywhere.

Get an ultrasonic humidifier and pour some vodka in it. Inhaling alcohol is pretty dangerous though since it immediately goes into your bloodstream, and it's probably not great for your lungs either.

Vicks Filter-Free Ultrasonic Visible Cool Mist Humidifier for Medium rooms, 1.2 Gallon With Auto Shut-Off, 30 Hours of Moisturized Air, Use With Menthol Scented Vicks VapoPads https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F8MJXMG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_h7J2BbMNSDRQJ

The above link is to the humidifier I have. I bought mine at walmart. I keep it on low so it doesn't release a TON of moisture in the air. It just depends on the amount of humidity you need. If you only have the one fern you could just stick the humidifier near the fern and put it on the low setting and it should be fine. You can always adjust it if it needs more humidity.
And It shouldn't be uncomfortable sleeping with a humidifier. Since your air is dry now because of the heater it may be better to have a humidifier. It will help your sinuses. Keeps them from drying out.

https://www.amazon.com/AIRCARE-831000-Space-Saver-Evaporative-Humidifier/dp/B00WAC9VKQ/r

It can hold 6 gallons, so you may only end up filling it every other day.

I personally try and stay away from anything with a filter. I also doubt any of today's humidifiers could be considered BIFL, as they all take some sort of routine cleaning and upkeep. We have a house full of these, and love them:


[Cool mist humidifier]
(https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013IJPTFK/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_U6SOCbCE0QRK0)

it’s not crazy. super practical decision.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000TN7ME/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_O.0CCbV54871E

I have the ResMed S9 and I'm pretty happy with it, but there's definitely room for improvement. First, there is absolutely no reason to have the tube go out the back (other than to make it look pretty). If there's some mechanical reason for air to exit the back, then at least include an elbow with a swivel. In fact, the elbow/swivel ought to be standard equipment on every machine. If you want to make it pretty, then put a clock on it--not some dinky thing that's only readable when you're standing right over it, but a real replacement for the standard bedside clock (with an alarm too). Next, we all need better connectivity, so Bluetooth or wi-fi is a must. Integration with phone apps and sleep tracking would also be helpful. Also, wi-fi could eliminate the need for expensive modems and cumbersome SD cards. Next, the humidifier should have more options. Many folks in cooler climates like the warm, moist air; I prefer cool, moist air. Why not make a humidifier with a larger surface area in contact with the water, but that's not heated? [Here's a random example.]. Lastly, no matter how good our current mask is, we'd all like a better one. Better fit, more comfortable, easier to tolerate. (A monumental task.) Good luck.

The Crane Humidifier, I have had it for over 10 years and it is still going strong. You just need to make sure to clean it after you empty the tank and use filtered water and it will last you for years.

I bough mine on sale (they are cheaper in the summer) and I used the 20% off coupon at Bed Bath and Beyond.

Mine is the [Vicks warm mist humidifier sold on Amazon] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_PqmQwbP6PMQ6H) (I think it's currently the #1 bestseller in humidifiers).

I love it. I've bought two (I needed them for two different places), have had them for three years and love them. Would highly recommend.

The auto shutoff function is great! I also run it while I'm at work, since it just turns itself off once it's out of water. I don't use the Vicks serum/liquid vaporizing feature, but I've heard people say that it's useful during cold season.

Whatever you choose, make sure to buy one with warm/hot steam, not cold mist. The cold mist humidifiers spritze the air above them with cool water. It definitely doesn't truly humidify anything. I've tried several of them with no luck. Also, they tend to over moisten the area right around the humidifier (since most of the "mist"/water spritz falls to the ground) and can subsequently cause mold.

Running a warm most humidifier has he added benefit of cutting down on heat costs -- depending on the setting, it can raise the temperature of your room up to 10F (low setting can prevent this). Also, they don't require filters or any added purchases.

Edit: link and auto shutoff comment

I'm working on a "Shark Tank Sales Pitch" project for a Personal Selling class. The group wanted to do a fridge that dispenses wine instead of water. To be honest I thought it was stupid and when we pitched it to the professor she gave us a cautionary voice and advised us to think this out more thorough.

I did and came up with a fridge that has a second dispenser opposite of a water/ice dispenser, that is easily hidden and fed by a removable plastic container. I was inspired by my humidifier. The tank easily removes and is easily filled. So I came up with this design on the inside of the door of the fridge. Best part? If you're not using it you can cover the dispenser with a matching sliding door and remove the tank to replace it with shelving.

I guess this is how things are, you may not get to do the project you want, but you can be creative and make it better with some thought.

I was still getting breakouts as recently as 3 months ago.

Then 3 months ago, I got a cool humidifier (this one)

Have not had a breakout since, I wake up fresh etc. Even my cat is now less crabby but she did become more needy now.

You are correct my friend. You do need a humidifier and a dehumidifier. Do not get a misting humidifier as they can cause mold. Get a [evaporative humidifier] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002QAYJPO/ref=asc_df_B002QAYJPO4967573/?tag=hyprod-20&creative=394997&creativeASIN=B002QAYJPO&linkCode=df0&hvadid=167159788949&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15791408957828538647&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9033130&hvtargid=pla-274332398544) and keep it at 65% tell week two of flower. Drop it 5% a week tell you hit 45%. Make sure you have proper ventilation and get a humidifier twice as big as you think you will need.

The Sweethome just did a write up on humidifiers. They recommended the Honeywell Germ Free Cool Mist Humidifier, HCM-350.

Amazon link
Sweethome rightup

definitely will help you not feel dried out. also consider leaving 1-2 inches of water in your bathtub, can help w/ household humidity.

you want a cool mist humidifier, not the hot mist (unless you want to use it for head colds w/ Vicks).

all humidifiers get nasty if you dont clean them. use purified/filtered or distilled water whenever possible. Clean the thing out once a week.

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https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-HCM350W-Germ-Humidifier-White/dp/B002QAYJPO

So it sounds like we can rule out dirty vents aggravating allergies since its like radiant heat & not forced air. That leaves the very low relative humidity as the most likely culprit for aggravating sinus issues. I personally have this issue during winter which really messes with my sleep quality & makes me even groggier in the morning. A good humidifier right next to my bed helps quite a bit w/ that so I'd recommend trying that & having a weather station that includes indoor humidity or just a cheap humidity sensor to help you monitor it.

For an initial solution I've had a good experience w/ cool-wicking humidifiers from Hunter if you want to try a cheap option 1st & I currently have this Honeywell which is great if you can afford a little more high end:
-Honeywell HCM350W Germ Free Cool Mist Humidifier White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002QAYJPO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_cOZXDbY47PV2D

My ENT & plenty of reviews I've seen online have all said to avoid ultrasonic or warm mist humidifiers as they can add impurities or even ozone to the air. An Evaporative / Cool Mist humidifier is what you want.

I've also personally benefitted from smearing some Ayr Saline Gel around my nostrils before bed to keep my sinuses moist while I sleep so that’s another super cheap option worth trying:
-Ayr Saline Nasal Gel, With Soothing Aloe, 0.5 Ounce Tube https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0010NSC1U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_49ZXDb7GBXTYZ

You may have trouble keeping your entire room well humidified depending on the size so maybe see if right next to bed w/ the air flowing towards you is good enough or if you need to invest in a room-sized solution. I've had great experience w/ product advice from the online chat at AllergyBuyersClub.com if you end up having to do that. Good luck feeling better!

I've gone through a lot of humidifiers and this one is by far the best: http://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-Germ-Free-Humidifier-HCM-350/dp/B002QAYJPO/

It's super easy to clean, which is the main problem I've had with humidifiers. Since most of the hard water deposits are absorbed into the disposable filter, you can hand or machine wash the base with normal soap and water. It's also cleaner and more hygienic than those awful ultrasonic humidifiers.

$5-20: Mentholated ointment, over the counter antihistamines, Neti pot, nasal irrigator. For the sore throat, menthol lozenges, essential oils (peppermint), and oral anesthetics (Cepacol) can't be beat.

$30-$50: Vapor inhaler and humidifier

$50-$100: Air purifier, better air purifier

(And no, I don't work for Honeywell... their filters are just cheap and easy to come by)

My Honeywell humidifier has been fantastic, it is not a huge tank as requested by OP but I fill it once a day and it has helped me breathe clearly for the past few months. It's continuing to work wonders on the dry winter air too. I read about there being problems with the replacement filters but I hope I have better luck when it comes time to replace my filter.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002QAYJPO

Yeah it's a bit surprising that it's being used up that fast, especially in an enclosed environment... the fridge is well-sealed, right?

My 1.2 gal humidifier in a 24 cubic ft stand up freezer only needs refilling every week or so, and that's with a 4" hole and a fan going on for 15 minutes every other 30 minutes. But, my chamber is in the 55 degree basement, so it literally never cycles on (therefor, humidity isn't as quickly removed). Plus it is pretty full of meat, so that will help.

And now that I type that out, I wonder if that's your main problem, the fridge isn't full enough. When it has a lot of product, the volume of plain air is much lower, and the drying meat adds to the humidity. So the humidifier doesn't have to work as hard. But not in your case.

Regardless, I'd upgrade the humidifier, to something like this Vicks one I currently use with 1.2 gal capacity or this Crane one that I used to have (which worked fine, just wanted something a little bigger), or this huge unit from Honeywell which might actually be too big. Remember it MUST have a switch or a dial, because it needs to come back on when the power switches back on. Push button controls tend not to do that.

I use a Crane Ultrasonic Cool humidifier at home (in my bird room, haha) and a Sunbeam Personal Ultrasonic humidifer at work. Both are cool mist, but I've also used Honeywell Warm Mist humidifier with good results. They're all filterless.

My brother bought me an Umbra Casamista humidifier and while very cute, after a few months, it broke. The others have been going strong for 1-4 years now.

I would leave the closet slightly open, then close the guest room door. Keep all heaters/AC/dehumidifiers/humidifiers in that room. You don't want applications like that in a closet or small tent with the plants. Air coming out of a humidifier might be closer to 100% humidity which isnt good blowing on your plants, same with a space heater blowing out hot air. We want consistent temps and humidity. That's why we want in the same room but not the same tent. Just make sure the conditions are similar in the closet vs the room. That may affect how open the door needs to be to the closet.

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I have a similar setup and just keep the humidifier/dehumidier in the room along with the tent.
I use these:

AMAZON LINKS

Humidifier

Dehumidifer

I would recommend them both. Obviously I use the humidifer in the winter and switch em in the summer. Just get the treatment/bateriostatic fluid for when you fill the humidifier. It will prevent algae or mold from growing. Like this

When you get to summer and switch to a dehumidifier, you'll see that unless you feel like emptying it every 12 hours, you'll need to plug it a hose and have it drain outside, or at least into a 5 gallon bucket. If not, the unit will turn off once it's full, which means you'll get home and see your room has skyrocketed to 70% humidity and the dehumidifier is beeping to be emptied. Been there. Those internal tanks are way too small. I can empty the 5 gallon bucket every few days, so less maintenance required.

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Aim for 60% in veg, 50% in early flowering, 40-45% in late flowering. Try not to drop below 50% in veg, and definitely not over 50% in mid-late flowering. That last bit is the most important to prevent bud rot and other mold related issues. Don't underestimate the importance of humidity. Keeping an optimal humidity level for the plant will directly correlate to their overall health.

"High humidity is a problem because water usage by the plant is too slow and compromises quality, even though the stomates are constantly open. Likewise, if humidity is very low and subsequent transpiration is too high, the plant closes its stomatal openings to minimize water loss and wilting. Unfortunately this also means photosynthesis is slowed and subsequently, so is plant growth."


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I think this is it:

http://www.amazon.com/Aprilaire-800-Residential-Steam-Humidifier/dp/B005DS4YY2

http://www.aprilaire.com/whole-house-products/whole-house-products/humidifiers/model-800

A Aprilaire 800 would work on a system like that but are considerably more expensive, It uses electricity to produce steam and you simply pipe a probe into the duct work. They produce an incredible amount of steam if done correctly, if you do end up going this route make sure you find a decent company to install them, they have very specific installation instructions and alot of people screw it up. Amazon Link

I use a humidifier every night and it's been life changing for me. I had constantly congested sinuses from allergies and it's made a huge difference; and of course my skin is better. I have this one and love it. No issues and it's gone strong for 3 years. It does get kinda funky though, I have to go in with a q tip once a month and really clean it.

I use this one. It does a pretty good job of keeping my 600 sq ft apartment humid. A full tank last about 16 hours.

https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-Moisture-Humidifier-Settings-1-Gallon/dp/B00JP6HQBG/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=1+gallon+humidifier&qid=1562542144&s=gateway&sprefix=1+gallon+hum&sr=8-4

I second vornado, I have the 4 gallon one and run it full blast this time of year. I fill one of the tanks once a day and if I forget to I'll have enough to keep going another day. It doesn't get crusty and funky like some other ones that I've had (warm mist).

Vornado Evap40 4-Gallon Evaporative Humidifier https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00O0WOO74/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_CfvwybZMB24GX

I would stick with a cool mist humidifier because otherwise you're using something that boils water. That sounds like a huge safety hazard. We have this one and I love it. It has an auto off feature when it runs out of water so you don't have to worry about it continuing to run and damaging the device.

It's a cool mist one, and it's pretty small, but our bedroom is fairly small. It's this one: https://www.amazon.com/MistAire-Ultrasonic-Cool-Mist-Humidifier/dp/B013IJPTFK/?tag=ybdig-20 ...but cleaning it is a royal asspain.

I got my start mainly from Hank Shaw's awesome blogs entries at https://honest-food.net/ as well as

http://mattikaarts.com/blog/meat-curing-at-home-the-setup/

Wine fridges usually operate in a ~45-55 degree range which is a perfect temperature for curing meats

Add in a better humidifier controller such as

https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B001OLVNUK

and an ultrasonic humidifier such as

https://www.amazon.com/Ultrasonic-Cool-Mist-Humidifier-Whisper-quiet/dp/B013IJPTFK

and you're 99% there!

Craigslist / Kijiji is your friend

Inkbird

Humidifier

The AC unit will act as a dehumidifier as well. I got a 12k btu device that I keep in the tent and I vent the hot air from it into the duct that pulls heat through my lamp and out through the carbon filter into my laundry room. Similar to this one.

This setup has been flawless in my 5x5x7.

pure enrichment humidifier

I think your routine looks pretty good. My recommendations would be to add a moisturizing toner with hyaluronic acid twice a day, switch to a non-foaming cleanser, and add an occlusive at the end of your routine.

Also, because you’re in the desert, I would strongly recommend buying a humidifier. I live in a tropical environment (Florida) and I still sleep with my humidifier on high every night. It helps so much.

You mentioned your skin being sensitive: I am too, and all of the below products have not bothered me at all. Don’t use the honey mask if you’re allergic to bees.

Links to products:

• Hada Labo Gokujyun Hyaluronic Acid Toner
  
• Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gentle Cleansing Lotion
  
• CosRX Ultimate Moisturizing Honey Overnight Mask This is what I use as my occlusive, but a thin layer of plain Vaseline works fine too, it’s just messier.
  
• Humidifier

Pure Enrichment MistAire Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier - Premium Humidifying Unit with Whisper-Quiet Operation, Automatic Shut-Off, and Night Light Function https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013IJPTFK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_U6d9AbVWFNZRH

I got this one, but there’s probably cheaper options! I think they’re all about the same lol

>I got this guy for my plants at home: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B013IJPTFK/ref=s9_acsd_top_hd_bw_bI6dHP_c_x_1_w?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-4&pf_rd_r=6RQBCCSGBABTJ154R3SS&pf_rd_r=6RQBCCSGBABTJ154R3SS&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=c60c509d-695f-5f09-8f6d-97fb4ada4c98&pf_rd_p=c60c509d-695f-5f09-8f6d-97fb4ada4c98&pf_rd_i=267555011
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>It has a light you can enable but also disable. It lasts a full day for me (24+ hours) and seems to have two different mist settings.

My father in law has your exact setup. He says that the humidity inserts dont work for him. He bought a portable water bottle humidifier on Amazon and keeps it right next to the air intake and he says it works like a charm since he did that.

This is the one he purchased from Amazon.

As far as I know, this was his one and only problem. That and the noise from the mask when exhaling.

I use this humidifier from Amazon. I went to Lowe’s and bought some tubing that lets me connect the humidifier. I recycled the diffuser on top of the Humidifier and mounted in my enclosure so I can point the mist in two directions (picture)

In terms on controlling it, I use a raspberry pi and several sensors to monitor the conditions. When the humidity drops below a threshold, it kicks on the humidifier for a few minutes. If you’re tech savvy, there’s an incredible terrarium management system designed to run on a raspberry pi. It’s called Terrarium PI. I’m using it to manage my lighting, temperature and humidity in two different enclosures.

Here ya go: TaoTronics Ultrasonic Humidifiers,3.5L Cool Mist Humidifier for Home Baby Bedroom with Filter, Two 360°Rotatable Mist Outlets, Classic Dial Knob Control --(3.5L/0.92 Gallon, US 110V) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JYJT1E8

I was looking at the 600HH on Amazon. But you're right -- the 550 looks better. I'll have to ponder. Thanks for sharing!

Search no longer.
This one can be found in a shit ton of grow tents including mine.
TaoTronics Cool Mist Humidifier, 4L Ultrasonic Humidifiers for Large Bedroom Home Baby, Quiet Operation, LED Display with Humidistat, Waterless Auto Shut-off (1.06 Gallon, US 110V) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H2717BM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_YSiqDb15FP2Q5

I use "TaoTronics Cool Mist Humidifier, 4L Ultrasonic Humidifiers" (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H2717BM/), it's adjustable and helps me keep my RH close to 60% for veg. luckily getting humidity up is much easier and cheaper than trying to get it down. good luck!

That sucks. If you're ever looking for a replacement, this is mine. It's super quiet and has adjustable lights.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H2717BM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_FSJACb53M0P92

What I did was got an inkbird temperature controller, and plugged in an oil filled radiator heater inside the grow room. With an A/C and heater plugged into the inkbird, I can keep it within a few degrees of my desired temperature. For raising the humidity, I'd recommend the Taotronics humidifier with the built in humidistat.

https://www.amazon.com/TaoTronics-TT-AH001-Humidifier-Ultrasonic-Humidifiers/dp/B07H2717BM/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1541454050&sr=8-2-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=taotronics+humidifier&psc=1

I agree Mars Hydro is a great tent for a great price, you could get a vivosun if you want to save 35$ or a gorilla tent if you want to spend 335$ extra but I would go with the Mars Hydro.
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I need this. It's so effing dry in my room that I've started coughing up bits of blood when I wake up. :/

Buy one of those cheap steam humidifiers http://www.amazon.com/Vicks-1-5-Gallon-Vaporizer-Night-Light/dp/B0000TN7ME/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1331651086&sr=8-6 Like this, but walmart usually has them cheaper than this.

It holds about a gallon of water, try 13 oz of vinegar in it, run it a couple times in every room in the house.

Worked for me, my room now has no odor, and I can smell unlit candles across the room now.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0000TN7ME/ref=redir_mdp_mobile

Since you were so specific and asked for "Non Tobacco Vaporizers", I attached the link for this Vicks Vaporizer. It does not use Tobacco but rather a vapor rub made by Vicks. It works really well!

Smoke with penguin all day long.

Now I know who my humidifier is: http://www.amazon.ca/Crane-Ultrasonic-Adorable-Humidifier-Penguin/dp/B000GWJD0A

penguin !

Silly thing that is penguin-related, I had this humidifier, and my cat just had a major problem with it, for some reason. She would attack it, whether it was spitting out steam or not. Well, one day, when I was at work, I came home, and the penguin was in a bajillion pieces. And that was the last day that I had a cute humidifier :(

Thanks for having this contest, and I hope things turn up for you :)

This one, although the price looks like it went up: https://www.amazon.com/Crane-USA-Cool-Humidifier-White/dp/B001ADL1SG

Yikes, I do not miss those days!! I bought this one over 7 years ago and it’s still going strong.. plus it looks cool 😎

https://www.amazon.com/Crane-Humidifier-Ultrasonic-Humidifiers-Filter-Free/dp/B001ADL1SG

I use the crane brand that looks like a raindrop. The mist is ultra fine and it's very quiet.

Crain makes awesome humidifiers that wont empty your wallet and a nozzle on top that’s easily modified to fit your house into and run it to your tub.


Crane Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier, Filter-Free, 1 Gallon, for Home Bedroom Baby Nursery and Office, Blue and White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001ADL1SG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_kEYTDbG0BF4YJ

It's definitely humidity. Get this stuff:

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0013BKDO8/

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B001ADL1SG/

I grow my ampullaria in almost the same conditions as Lady Luck and ventricosa. The ampullarias want less light. I had a lot of trouble getting mirabillis to adapt to the lower humidity, even here in Houston.


I run humidifiers under the plants in the winter, like this one, but which ever brand is on sale when I buy them.


https://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Humidifier-Shut-Off-Gallon-V745A/dp/B001FWXKTA

I think the one I got might be ultrasonic because I could see the mist wafting out of it haha, it was ~$30 on amazon IIRC...pretty sure it was this one.

Unless I come across a more affordable cool air humidifier I was planning on holding onto the one I ordered and using it in the garage if I upgrade to a garage grow :)

I've been using this humidifier for 3 years and it is heavenly. I much prefer warm mist to cool mist even though the warm mist humidifiers do make more noise; I've found that cool mist humidifiers actually make me more prone to coughs/colds, but if you're only worried about skincare, then I'd guess they're very similar.

I bought this one for a 3x4x7 tent and placed it outside of it by the little window and it worked wonders. I have a ridiculously strong fan so keeping humidity up was a hell of a challenge before the rainy season started.

Any suggestions? This is what I had:
http://smile.amazon.com/Vicks-Warm-Mist-Humidifier-Shut-Off/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420904188&sr=8-1&keywords=warm+mist+humidifier

I sent it back because it left a big pool of water under the reservoir so once you pick it up it spills everywhere. To me that seems like a design issue and I did not want to deal with that throughout the life of the humidifier.

[Vicks] (http://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Warm-Mist-Humidifier-Shut-Off/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1382459839&sr=8-2&keywords=vicks+humidifier)
My Dad got one for my sister's dorm and she LOVES IT! Auto shutoff feature is great.

like this vicks humidifier

It's not going to have enough airflow if you place it under the covers.

Your better solution may be to elevate it and get a warm air room humidifier and place it on the same table as your CPAP. I also agree you should get it off the floor: air intakes on the floor are just horrible for sucking stuff up. Even getting it 6" off the floor makes a huge difference (ask anyone who works on computers)

If it's still too cold, maybe a heating pad placed behind the machine (not under) below the air intake would help warm it up. Probably go with an under-tank reptile one, as they are designed for continuous use unlike a medical one. You'd probably want to put styrofoam underneath it and some tiles or something on top for thermal mass, and maybe place an aluminum heatsink on top to help warm the air.

I have used this for a few years https://www.amazon.com/Vicks-Warm-Mist-Humidifier-Shut-Off/dp/B001FWXKTA (obviously with no vicks in it) you have to clean it every week or so but my birds had no issue with it.

What is your room like? Really big open space with a lot of fresh air coming in or a smaller space with more air output than input?

The best way is to get a fogger. You can also get a 5 gal bucket with a bubbler and a box fan gently blowing air over it

Or something like this https://smile.amazon.com/Vicks-Warm-Mist-Humidifier-Shut-Off/dp/B001FWXKTA/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1479005951&sr=8-2&keywords=humidifier

You can play with how much fresh are you are bringing in too. If outside the RH is low and cold just decrease intake.

Remember though, your plants should be getting really good air flow

We could use this humidifier, our old one wore out last year and our house gets sooo dry with the heat on.

Health IS important! Thanks for the contest.

Aww that sucks so much!! I've been having troubles sleeping to, what's helped me is using a humidifier that you can add an inhalant to. I'm not into essential oils but I do notice that I sleep a lot better when I add a few drops of lavender oil.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001FWXKTA

Check this one out. I have this one (mine is the black plastic version of this) and it works great.

No film or buildup - nothing bad to speak of to be honest. I bought this one from amazon (but only paid $35): http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001FWXKTA/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001FWXKTA&linkCode=as2&tag=thdewi-20&linkId=DVT2UGYHWVAKA6WO but I returned it because it was a pain to refill it every day and also the top snapped apart and I couldn't get it to go back together.

I bought my replacement at Costco for $70 but here it is on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ENWEJK8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00ENWEJK8&linkCode=as2&tag=thdewi-20&linkId=MG2R4LCCP7DQHA7U

I like this one much better. But I realize they're both a bit out of your price range.

AIRCARE MA1201 Whole-House Console-Style Evaporative Humidifier, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004S34ISA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_IN0BybHSHSVJB

Or something like it. Get cool mist. Warm is too hard to maintain.

The one in the link above is ugly, but it's big enough to really get the humidity you want (30-40%) when it's really dry.

I had to scrap mine and ended up trying others - now I have to have 2 to replace the work of that one.

This one also rated well, but I don't have personal experience with it.
Honeywell HCM350W Germ Free Cool Mist Humidifier, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002QAYJPO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_NP0Byb48FZVET


Dampits CAN make a tiny difference if you use them properly and with a cover. But, generally, that's only for a little extra protection. Drop the money on a real humidifier especially with all your other instruments.

Lastly, don't overhumidify - you'll get mold.

I got another one that you can set timer :) Honeywell HCM350W Germ Free Cool Mist Humidifier White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002QAYJPO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_3ZjxCb7XTGJ84

sounds good, this is the humidifier i have. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002QAYJPO/ref=pe_385040_127541850_TE_item

Currently my heater is just one of them portable electric radiators, i hope... it works but i may need to invest in something else.

Do you know of any budget fans/hepa solutions?

I have been meaning to go to home depot to look again but all the ones i find online are like $250+

CO2 will also be added in a few stages (the sensor is so expensive like 50 bux).

Do you run it every night? I started using our cold mist humidifier the first time my 5 month old had congestion. We turned it on every evening and off during the day. The filter got moldy smelling after a week. The directions say the filter should last longer and to clean the tank and base weekly. It also says to let dry between uses. So should it just be used for a day or two at a time? There's no way the filter would dry out during the day unless we empty it and put the filter somewhere out to dry, it doesn't seem practical. I'm curious how other people use theirs. (I have this Honeywell humidifier: Honeywell HCM350W Germ Free Cool Mist Humidifier White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002QAYJPO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_w04RDbN7MKDQK )

Does it have to be warm/cool mist? I got a Honeywell HCM-350, which is a evaporative model (uses a fan with a filter to humidify the air), and it works well at keeping my room at ~40-45% humidity. Here's a review, along with their recommendation for warm/cool mist options.

Hey, it’s hard to answer your question since the information you provided is very general.
What kind of plants do you have? Tropical plants require more humidity. Calatheas, for example, need tons. Also, how big is the room where your plants are? Maybe you’ll have to have 2 humidifiers. It’s better to buy a humidity meter (the hydrometer) to know how dry/humid your air is.
I personally have this kind
I love it so far, but I had to idea it needed the filters to be changed so frequently (like once in 2 months)
It rises my humidity to around 60-70%, and it’s enough for my plants. I run it day and night, ‘cause I need it for myself too.

I use two of these humidifiers, no monitors though. During this project, I saw that my sensors were reading around 50% before putting them inside the boxes.

http://www.amazon.ca/Crane-Ultrasonic-Cool-Humidifier-White/dp/B0046A6WJI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1418242804&sr=8-1&keywords=crane+humidifier

Order it there, free shipping, order in the next couple hours and you'll likely have it Friday, Monday at the latest.

Easy. Buy yourself a ultrasonic humidifier.

Crane Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier, White Drop https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0046A6WJI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_81vuybPA6MCD1


You will probably need an extension cord too. Close the door on the cord. No big deal.

Maybe less industrial and more... belongs in a hotel or something.

But this one is a good evaporative one, meaning it won't leave the mineral dust like Ultrasonic ones will: https://www.amazon.com/Essick-Air-MA1201-Whole-House-Console-Style/dp/B004S34ISA/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1550085331&sr=8-6&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=humidifier+whole+house&dpPl=1&dpID=41HVijlwa7L&ref=plSrch

However this one is much easier to work into the design of a room, while still functioning as funiture: https://www.amazon.com/AirCare-EP9-500-Whole-House-Pedestal-Style/dp/B00B5U8GJ6/ref=mp_s_a_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1550085331&sr=8-12&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=humidifier%2Bwhole%2Bhouse&th=1&psc=1

I live in Chicago and have tried all three types of humidifiers. One thing to consider is the size of your space. I've listed the pros & cons below based on my experience.

1. Ultrasonic: PROS: ultra quiet, humidifies quickly. CONS: potential to leave a fine white film over surfaces - unless you use distilled water, pricey & tends to only last a couple of seasons (ultrasonic mechanism breaks due to hard water. - Things may have changed with build quality over the years but a few years back this was my experience). Uses ultrasonic waves to turn water into vapor.
   
2. Warm Mist: PROS: longer life, white noise. CONS: white noise, hard water will scale the heating element - maintenance required, typically only good for smaller spaces. Boils the water to create steam.
   
3. Cool Mist/Evaporative: PROS: large reservoir models available, ideal for whole house humidification. CONS: need to purchase disposable wick - typically lasts one season, reservoir can develop mold & bacteria so need to use a bacteriostatic treatment in the water. Air is pulled through a wet wick to disperse water molecules in the air.
   
   Out of all three, I use the Cool Mist/Evaporative only because I got tired to having to constantly fill the water chambers of the other types multiple times a day. Also with the ultrasonic, I've had white powdery film develop on surfaces near the humidifier's stream.
   
   The Cool Mist/Evaporative takes care of my entire apartment and I only have to mess with filling it once a day. The disposable wick becomes covered in calcium over time, its nice to be able to toss it after the winter is over. The only downside is that with each water filling, I need to add a small cap full of bacteriostatic treatment to prevent the wick from becoming a breeding ground for bacteria.
   
   Hope this helps!
   
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You’ll want a whole house console humidifier, more like one like this.

Yeah it's a necessity living in the desert but it has been raining here non stop so it hasn't kicked on all week.

I use this:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004S34ISA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This one I use for my living room and office: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004S34ISA/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1521206041&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=aircare+humidifier&dpPl=1&dpID=41HVijlwa7L&ref=plSrch



This one I have in my grow closet: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00H1LBJJM/ref=mp_s_a_1_24?ie=UTF8&qid=1521206136&sr=8-24&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=aircare+humidifier&dpPl=1&dpID=41CdP3plQKL&ref=plSrch



The larger one is fantastic and definitely puts more moisture in the air. Noticable change in RH in about 1500sq ft of space. The smaller on I have in my closet set at 40% and my grow room stays perfectly at that level. The larger one is easier to fill and just generally nicer but the smaller one is also pretty great, just harder to fill.

I also recommend the whole house humidifier! I got this one a few weeks ago and have been pleased. It does take up floor space and requires some maintenance (cleaning, refilling), but my dogs/door knobs/cages don't zap me anymore and I don't wake up with that terrible dry winter air induced stuffy nose and scratchy throat nonsense. I set it up near the air intake for the house and it does a decent job of circulating some humidity around the house. It varies by about 5% by the time it gets to the farthest places in the house from the humidifier, but it sure beats life without it! My house is fairly small, so mileage may vary for larger homes.

When I lived in a two story 2200 sq ft townhouse I had a whole house humidifier (Honeywell) and changed the filters every 3-4 mos. It worked great! Also had an air cleaner attached to the furnace. That cut way down on dust. Now I'm in a 1200' loft with a heat pump and whole building broiler for heat. I got this, which is sufficient for a one story place, but would not be enough for you.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004S34ISA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Funny thing, I used that exact one for a while till I got sick of it. Small reservoir needed filling constantly, and white stuff everywhere. I switched to this and I've been pretty happy. But I had a larger space and needed to replace two of the ones you linked. You can probably get a cheaper one in the same style.

The comments about the humidity censor through me off, but I didn't have any of those problems. Either there's enough of a draft it didn't matter or they fixed it.

Sure, my pleasure. The unit that I have is this:

http://www.amazon.com/Aprilaire-800-Residential-Steam-Humidifier/dp/B005DS4YY2

From what I understand, the installation can be DIY, but, well - not for people like me. The only maintenance that really needs to be done on it is to replace the $50 canister once yearly. Probably the biggest caveat is the fact that there needs to be a water line nearby - though, most utility rooms have a water line, apparently it's a little money to have a plumber do the hookup.

I'm really happy with the humidifier. Like I said, it definitely beats filling up reservoirs, manually adjusting the humidity constantly, cleaning out sediment, etc. It's really "fire and forget," for the most part.

Hope this helps!

Sneezing releases your mucous into the general air everybody breathes. Instead of saying it's no big deal, look at it from the other side of the fence. Walking to your desk and farting at your nose height won't get you sick, right? What's the big deal?

Instead of blaming a dry environment for your lack of care for other people's confined space, just get a personal humidifier. Problem solved.

I use this humidifier in my chamber. It turns on and off with power supply, so no need for PID.

Yea, for sure - it was Homedics Personal Ultrasonic Humidifier. I did a price match at Bed Bath and Beyond, so I can't speak to purchasing via Amazon.

I will say that the humidifier doesn't last all night - I think around 3:30am it would run out, after being turned on around 11:30. But for what it's worth it did the job it was intended to do. I just wish it had an auto-turn off feature. However, super easy set up too - just not a big tank - which makes sense since it's a lot smaller than a regular humidifier (you can hold it in the palm of your hand)

Humidifiers are great. Last year I was hospitalized with a bout of pneumonia and since then I've been sleeping with a humidifier. I won't be traveling without my travel one now.

Thank you! Do you think this humidifier would do the trick?

I like the idea to have a fan on the top! How did you mount it?

I'll work on a supply list and instructions!

Edit: I'll list all my supplies with links to where I bought them as well as price

16 mm all weather tarp $30,
2x Midwest pet Exercise pens $27 each,
5x Bag Cypress mulch (no additives) $2.25 each,
Safety First Humidifier $26,
Oil filled radiator I couldn't find the specific one I bought but it was $40 at Lowes.

Those are all the supplies for the basic set-up (most of it I just had laying around). The ramp and hide on the left I built for a previous enclosure with ply wood from the Habitat home store Link. The table on the right side with my plants on it is just ply wood on top of a few cinder blocks to create a combo hide and plant storage table. There are a few lights both for the plants and to create basking for the torts around the edge as well (I put them in after I took the pictures)

To make the actual body of the thing I folded the tarp in half-ish (it was too small to do a full half fold and still have extra for the sides) and the long side up against the back wall of the room so that the tarp actually goes up the wall about 8in. I then used duct tape to tape the folds in the corners like an inside out wrapped gift. I then put the fencing against the wall inside the tarp (2 of the fence panels overlap). Once all the fencing was in place I used rope through the eyelets in the tarp to secure the lip on the front since it didn't have a wall to hold it up.

Basically it is a rectangle of fencing with a tarp gift wrapped around the bottom. The tarp protects my floor and hold in the cypress bedding.

This is our humidifier!

Alsooooo that foot monkey is adorable and I’m kinda jealous. I genuinely can’t wait to put bad art on the fridge! 😍 lol

I have this humidifier in one room and 2 other similar ones. Vicks Filter-Free 1.2 Gallon Cool Mist Humidifier https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F8MJXMG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_NvBgDb72JK1EZ
Just look for cool mist.

Definitely a humidifier like this. It's basically this thing that you fill with water and it emits steam as long as you keep it on.

When we turn the heat on, the air gets more dry and my wife gets really bad dry sinus/throat overnight, so having the humidifier on helps. It's just a matter of running it in a better spot.

Yep, humidifier sounds like the solution. This is the one we got for LO's room: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F8MJXMG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It's been really good and its nice because it doesn't have a separate filter that needs replacing. When the humidifier in my room finally dies, I will be getting another of this one.

Not sure how small of a humidifier you're looking for but here is a warm mist one that's about the size of a lamp: https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-Moisture-Humidifier-Settings-1-Gallon/dp/B00JP6HQBG/ref=sr_1_6

I have several, they all work and seem to last, but the ultrasonic and the warm air type are my preferred type.

I found one of these by the side of the road a few years ago. As the water boils off deposits accumulate in the bottom and you need to clean it periodically depending on your homes water source, but otherwise they seem to last. I find this size will just barely last one high in a large bedroom without central hvac, and raise the humidity to a good level. They're pretty quiet since they don't have a fan, and I find the noise soothing.

If you have central heating, you need something larger than these desktop sized humidifiers, because you end up humidifying the whole house instead of just one zone. Central air seems to up the requirement for a large bedroom in a dry house by about 2.5x. You can either get a couple of smaller humidifiers, or you can get one large house humidifier and run it all day long near your systems air return, since most people find them unpleasant to run in a bedroom. If you get the large humidifier, you need to run a cup of bleach or vinegar through it a couple times a month or the water will start to smell. In my house we can easily run through 30 gallons in a day if the house gets dry enough, and its not that big of a house.

It's this one: Honeywell HWM705
It's the warm mist evaporator type. After one night's use so far, I can't say that it made a huge difference, but then I only had it on the low setting. Since then, I've read some user reviews saying that it needs to be on high power at all times to be really effective. Unfortunately that means it may go through a full tank in only a few hours, but I want it to be running through the night while I'm sleeping. Also, some have mentioned that it could potentially leak water. Oh well. It's a $50 model so maybe I shouldn't be expecting industrial level durability. I will put this thing through its paces and see if it lasts through the winter. Hope you're happy with yours!

Thread's a bit long in the tooth, but I recently got a Vorando evaporative humidifier: https://www.amazon.com/Vornado-Evap40-4-Gallon-Evaporative-Humidifier/dp/B00O0WOO74/ref=pd_lpo_201_tr_img_3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=G9WRK5D3YFEGW9T3JGQQ

It may look complex, but it's very simple. The jugs on each side hold water, and let it into a shallow reservoir which is the entire bottom of the unit; super easy to take the jugs out to fill. Inside there are two pieces of fabric mesh which make contact with the bottom of the water and wick it up until they are moist. The fan at the top of the unit sucks air through those wicks, humidifying the air.

When you fill up the jugs, you add a bacteriostatic treatment to the water which prevents bacteria and mold from growing in the water. If the unit were ever to get mold growth it would be in the bottom area, which is easily separated from the top and could go in the dishwasher on sanitize.

Only downside is you have to replace the wicking things every 1-2 months as they build up minerals from the water which makes them hardened. Soaking them in 1:1 vinegar/water every few weeks helps extend their life, but you're looking at $13 spend every few months on new ones, so not quite buy it once and forget about it.

I got a humidity sensor and it has increased our house humidity from 35% to 60%, giving extreme relief to my dry skin problems.

I ordered a Vornado Evap40, and it was just delivered today. It holds 4 gallons of water, has adjustable fan speeds and adjustable humidity with auto-shutoff. It’s supposed to be able to treat 1000 square feet. I’ve been having trouble keeping my RH above the upper 30’s with my current humidifier, and this one got quite a few good reviews. I’ll report back once I have it up and running.

Vornado Evap40 4-Gallon Evaporative Humidifier https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00O0WOO74/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Z.E0BbPW46EZY

I’m using two of these and very happy with them since they’re evaporative instead of steam (so no mineral residue on walls/furniture) and the only power is to run the fan.

Vornado Evap40 4-Gallon Evaporative Humidifier https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00O0WOO74

I bought them with bacteriostatic additive (a little goes a long way) and extra wicks.

Keeping my house between 45-50% humidity at 66f pretty well regardless of outdoor temperature and humidity.

I only have to refill the reservoirs once per day which is pretty quick and easy (when I fill them I use hot water which gives a little quick boost).

My house is in New England and I use oil hot water radiators for heating.

I finally gave in and bought a whole house humidifier last week. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00WAC9VKQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Before this we were constantly shocked when I touched certain flushy jackets and even pet the cat. Before this I tried the little single room humidifiers and I didn't really find them to be working well.

This humidifier seems to be sufficient to improve the humidity for my 1500 sq ft house. I just have it sitting in the kitchen. I can set it to a certain humidity % and it will only kick in if its below it. I do seem to have to refill it about every third day.. I generally just top it off every day though.

We're on year 3 of owning and running this one all winter. I like it because we keep it in the kitchen (the entire house is humidified equally), roll it over to the sink and the detachable faucet reaches it, fills up nicely.

I'll never invert a reservoir again!

MistAire Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier - Premium Humidifying Unit with Whisper-Quiet Operation, Automatic Shut-Off, and Night Light Function https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013IJPTFK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_vAHdAbFVS03FM


It would be perfect if I didn’t have to manually turn it on when I check on the girls in the morning but it seems like its working out.

Pure Enrichment MistAire Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier - Premium Humidifying Unit with 1.5L Water Tank, Whisper-Quiet Operation, Automatic Shut-Off and Night Light Function - Lasts Up to 16 Hours https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013IJPTFK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_qpMmDbN200T5Q

this is what i use!

https://www.amazon.com/Pure-Enrichment-MistAire-Ultrasonic-Humidifier/dp/B013IJPTFK/ref=sr_1_1_sspa

how big are you trying to go? a small investment can increase your volume quite a bit. a popular Martha can be made from a greenhouse rack a humidifier and a timer.

My versi has been kickin butt for a few years, so fortunately I think I've got a decent ventilation situation going on for her now.

Is this the kind of humidifier you use? https://smile.amazon.com/Ultrasonic-Cool-Mist-Humidifier-Whisper-quiet/dp/B013IJPTFK/ref=smi_www_rco2_go_smi_g2609328962?_encoding=UTF8&%2AVersion%2A=1&%2Aentries%2A=0&ie=UTF8

I use THIS one. It is ultrasonic so it doesn't add heat to your grow.

This one

here's the one i have in my bedroom

This one from Amazon also gets good reviews. I have not used it though.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B013IJPTFK/ref=psdcmw_7031378011_t3_B007P9QXU0

I got this one from amazon based on the reviews and I really like it! It's small-ish but holds enough water to last all night plus it has a nightlight in it
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B013IJPTFK/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&psc=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=iamheahen-20&linkId=2b5ed9342333d3aeb38946691c58f783

I got this one for my bedroom and love it. High/low modes, w/wo light, quiet, easy to clean. Lasts 24hrs on low, 16ish on high.

Thanks that's interesting. I'm thinking about getting this one . Do you know if it's okay to run it inside the tent?

My wife uses this one and has no complaints.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I3Z33TS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_gMizDbNY5AZPR

Not OP of course, but check this one... Fancii Cool Mist Personal Mini Humidifier, USB or Battery Operated Portable Travel Humidifying Device for use with Water Bottles https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I3Z33TS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_labdzbSYJMR7B

I use a planter for a pen cup, two metal upright file holders, a framed picture of my husband & I at our wedding, Leslie Knope & Hermione FunkoPops, and a small humidifier.

I think the total cost was somewhere around $55 for all of these things, minus the Funkos (gifts), and it makes my desk way more enjoyable. I'm here for a third of every day, I might as well get to enjoy some of it.

I strapped this to the side of my grow tent and it works great. 2,4,6, & 8 hour settings for continuous use. https://www.amazon.com/Fancii-Personal-Humidifier-Operated-Humidifying/dp/B01I3Z33TS

https://www.amazon.ca/TaoTronics-Humidifiers-Ultrasonic-Rotatable-TT-AH002/dp/B01JYJT1E8/ref=pd_cp_201_4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=AP908J3Z8T8MBKV0H5M4

This is the one I currently use. Noise level is not bad. You have to use distilled or demineralized water as you don't want to breathe in any minerals or bacteria build up. I clean this out every time I refill the water.


There are some pricier ones that require less clean up and options like heated mist etc but that's up to you. I will probably upgrade later once I save up. :)

I have done something similar, bought this unit https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MYGNGKK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 then installed a float valve in the tank off the back using something like this https://www.amazon.com/Plastic-Adjustable-Aquarium-Reverse-Osmosis/dp/B00FCKR5EC/ref=sr_1_16?keywords=float+valve&qid=1575047890&s=home-garden&sr=1-16 and connected it to as 5 gal home depot bucket using a bulkhead connector like this https://www.amazon.com/Aquatic-Life-Buddie-Bulkhead-Connect/dp/B00EPV4AHE/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=push+fit+bulkhead+1%2F4&qid=1575048024&s=home-garden&sr=1-1

I chose the humidifier due to capacity, program-ability and tank size so I could install the float valve in the tank. just raise the bucket above the humidifier level so it gravity feeds it. This setup give me 6 gal of water if I fill the tank first.

I installed the float valve close to the top of the tank, you can add a on/off valve inline as well. I think most of the parts can be had a home improvement store as well (Home Depot etc.)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MYGNGKK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Using this in a 5'x5'x8' tent (6" ventilation, HLG-600) and it works very well. Just popped it in the other day on a new grow (seedlings), set the thermostat to 60%, adjusted the mist level to 3 (default is 2), and it holds the RH between 50%-65%. I figure I will be able to turn the mist level down once the plants are rolling due to transpiration increasing the humidity level.

https://www.amazon.com.au/TaoTronics-TT-AH001-Humidifiers-Operation-Waterless/dp/B07H2717BM/ref=asc_df_B07H2717BM/?tag=googleshopdsk-22&linkCode=df0&hvadid=341792985551&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=641966531772696338&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9071970&hvtargid=pla-598136896037&psc=1

TaoTronics Cool Mist Humidifier, 4L Ultrasonic Humidifiers for Large Bedroom Home Baby, Quiet Operation, LED Display with Humidistat, Waterless Auto Shut-off (1.06 Gallon, US 110V) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H2717BM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_9DQDDb4ZVMJ0V

I picked up this taotronics one from amazon for $40.
Best part is you can set a humidity level for it to maintain.

I got this humidifier off Amazon and it's really great:

TaoTronics Humidifiers for... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H2717BM?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

The best thing I've found for hard water areas around here is this
http://www.amazon.com/Aprilaire-800-Residential-Steam-Humidifier/dp/B005DS4YY2

It's Expensive, but it's designed for hard water areas and very easy to service. I've installed a few of them and have heard nothing but good things.