Prior to testing this product, the only gel I ever used was aloe vera. It did a pretty good job at keeping me breakout-free, but I have normal skin, so I rarely had problems with acne. My main concerns have always been dullness, and dry patches on my cheeks and forehead, especially after I shower. The gel dries quickly, and it's not sticky at all when applied and when it dries. It gives off a strong alcohol scent that was a little overbearing at first, but became tolerable with time. This has SO MUCH product! The tub carries a good amount of gel to last you at least three months. I used this every day and night for 20 days and barely made a dent in mine. Since there’s a lot of gel to be used, I also applied this on dry patches on my arms, as well as my elbows and knees. After using this on my face for some 3 weeks, I could see and feel the difference. My skin definitely felt tighter and bouncier, which was a result I hoped for since Baroness claimed that the product promotes collagen production. It also gave me a subtle glow, which I loved. Most importantly, it evened out my complexion and lightened dark areas on my face, like the side of my nose.