It can make ice creams in three simple steps and can be started with adding ice cubes, water and little salt to start a deep freezing process inside the product. Add desired flavor and some cream should to be poured in the bowl that fits right above the ice cubes. Lastly the product needs to be shaken for about 3 minutes for a yummy ice cream. Ice Cream Magic is a wonderful product and can be used by anyone and can be a shake your ice cream activity in party for kids. Comes in mail order packaging