I originally bought this heart as a gift. When I received it, I opened the package to inspect the item and make sure it was complete. I was so tempted by the little disc inside that I couldn't resist trying it out. I snapped the dime sized piece of metal and the heart immediately started warming up in my hand. I was so amazed with it that I wound up keeping it for myself. I am purchasing another one today as a gift. I love how warm this little heart gets. It's great for massaging and the heat lasts longer than you think it might.

You can use it with or without oils/lotions. The soft vinyl molds to your hand for ease of maneuvering. Great for giving your partner a warm, soft massage. Can also be used as a hand warmer, neck massager and even for warming your tummy when you have cramps. It doesn't get too hot like some heating pads do and it lasts long enough to soothe without moisture so, if you fall asleep with it, no mess.

Clean up is so easy... soap and water do the trick. I have had one of these for at least 3 years and it has never leaked. I have reactivated it countless times over the years and it works perfectly every time. It's really fast and easy to reactivate, simply follow the directions printed directly on the heart. I love that feature since I have been known to lose printed directions from time to time. I keep it ready to go at all times. I merely drop it in a pot of boiling water while I wait for my morning coffee. Watch the pot because they can burn if the boiling water evaporates.

I gave it 4 stars because of the way you have to reactivate it. Other than that I consider this warming heart a 5.

I use this to rest my wrist on while on the computer in the evenings. My 'mouse hand' gets cold and this helps keep it warm. I love it.