Dry ice has a number of functional uses in everyday life, including using it in your camping cooler, to create fun fog effects for decorations, and more. Dry ice is the frozen form of carbon dioxide, not water, and it must be kept at a very low temperature. As a result, it is important to handle dry ice properly to prevent injury and to make sure the dry ice lasts until the moment you want it. You don't want to buy dry ice more than a few hours before you'll actually need it. Dry ice doesn't last a long time, even if you store it in a cooler. If you purchase dry ice a few days before you plan to use it, it will be gone by the time you need it! Getting your dry ice just few hours ahead of time is ideal. You can't always plan a trip to the store at the exact right moment to get the ice you need. Order your ice via Instacart to make your day a little easier!