I purchased this gel mattress topper for my guest bedroom. I was not sure what to expect with the style nor with the texture of it. It did have a slight smell but it shortly went away. It was packaged with a shrink wrapped making the transition into the box easier. Per instructions I allowed it to form for 48 hours. Now personally I could not adjust to the textured of the raised cones. But I’m easily bothered by such things. I tested it out but I had to turn it over to sleep on flat side. To me it was very comfortable. I gave it a five stars because I believe it will enhance the sleep of my guest. Just not for me.