I always practice with water. Stash the real stuff for the actual deed.

Nuke it first. Some people can go without the heating pad, but if you practice enough, you'll know whether you need it.

Sometimes people don't have the option for the microwave (surprise random) and thats when I hear about the heating pads becoming useful if you have an hour or so before your test. I would still immerse the bottle in some hot liquid (like coffee) before applying the heating pad if I had the chance.

I had bought two boxes of QF for my test, cos I was worried about the 2oz being enough. I bought a 3oz travel shampoo bottle and filled it. I came back with over half, so it only took me 1.5 oz to fill my sample cup to the line. I know places differ, but thats my experience.

Good luck.

Suzieque:hippy:
likes people that practice!