The directions on BCS say NOT to heat this base. I talked with another member that swears by this base and she also said not to heat it. Hmmm, I made 2 testers, one for DD and one for Nathan. DD say's it's "too runny" and doesn't like it. Nathan loves it. Go figure. I haven't tried it yet so I can't comment on the dryness but I will check with Nathan to see if he's experiencing a "dryness" feeling. I haven't had any complaints from him but remember, he's a guy! LOL.