I've been at this for 4 seasons now, and I can't feel follicles for the life of me. Don't worry about palpating, go by the other signs.
Wrapping the water bowl, inverted basking, glowing, and finally, perfect coil over the heat source (near the end).
Try wearing a satin glove, it works great!
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