Amazon shoppers call £4 winter purchase ‘perfect for cold weather’ and a hack to use
YOUR hands are usually the first part of your body to feel the cold weather.
A cheap Amazon purchase might keep them nice and warm this winter.
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The ready-to-use, affordable item is said to provide heat for up to 10 hours.
Hothands hand warmers are available in a pack of five for just €4, reduced from €8.
The handy products are designed for daily use and ideal for exercise and use cura-heat technology.
According to the manufacturers, the hand protects ‘everywhere against cold’.
They are made of non-woven material and are recommended for outdoor use.
Each pair is single-use and air-activated, making them ideal for a day out in cold winter weather.
Hothands recommend using the warmers during outdoor sports, while working in the garden, jogging or walking with your pet, shopping or commuting.
After opening the sachet, place the warmer in your pocket to keep your hands warm.
However, one buyer had an extra trick to further elevate the item.
“Good product. They become warmer if you store them in a sock or glove, for example. Good value for money,” they explained.
Other impressed shoppers shared their thoughts on the warmers in the review section.
“These are great, retain heat for hours. Handy to keep in your pocket, on your back while sitting at events. Lightweight,” said another Amazon user.
“Wow, I wasn’t expecting much from them to be honest but they were lovely and warm and will be nice to use when walking the dog,” a third person agreed.
“These hand warmers are great!! The warmers fit my palms perfectly, they last a long time, heat up very quickly and they are hot too!” wrote another customer.
“I put them in my gloves and moved the bags from front to back.
How does thermal clothing keep you warm?
Thermal clothing keeps you warm by trapping air close to your body and preventing heat loss.
It is made of materials such as polyester, merino wool, fleece or down that insulate well and wick away moisture.
Collect air
The fabric creates a layer of insulation by trapping air, which is a poor conductor of heat. This prevents heat from escaping through conduction, convection and radiation.
Drain moisture
Thermal clothing is breathable and absorbs sweat from your skin, preventing you from becoming damp and cold.
Regulating body temperature
Thermal clothing keeps you warm in cold weather, but is also breathable enough to prevent overheating during physical activity.
Design features
Some thermal clothing has panels or zones that provide extra warmth to areas such as your chest, back and knees
“I didn’t have much confidence in them at first, but was quickly impressed with them. I will buy them again and I would recommend them.”
“[For a] recent visit to Iceland, this was a great idea. Nice and small enough to fit in the gloves. Also in socks to keep my feet warm. Took hours,” said another buyer.
“Great for keeping your hands warm while walking, hiking, climbing, running, cycling or during a football match,” one person wrote.
“[They] lasts about eight hours, a must-have if you love the outdoors in winter,” said another Amazon user.
“These hand warmers are fantastic! They heat up quickly and stay warm for hours, perfect for cold days and outdoor activities,” said one customer.
