Okay, let me start by saying these gel crayons are like the unicorns of my art supplies – magical but occasionally problematic.

The GOOD: The 72 colors? Absolutely divine. They glide like butter on toast (the expensive organic kind). I use them dry for backgrounds in my adult coloring books and they save me HOURS compared to pencils. The metallics? *chef's kiss*

The FUN PART: You can turn them into watercolors! Just smear some on a palette, add water, and boom – instant artsy effects. I've been using makeup brushes to blend them in circular motions and the pigment payoff is insane.

The ANNOYING: Some sticks arrived defective (won't twist up) which is frustrating at this price point. Also heads up – they're not museum-quality artist grade, but perfect for hobbyists like me.

Pro tip: If you're doing Bible journaling or mixed media, these are game-changers. Just maybe buy from a reputable seller who checks returns properly!