I used to use another drying lotion but got out of the habit and started using benzoyl peroxide more. But lately I've been having some issues with breakouts due to what I believe to be hormonal changes. So I was again looking for a quick solution. This is handy for calming and clearing blemishes. It is mostly like calamine lotion that has settled down in some alcohol. You just take a Q-tip and dab some on any spot. Within a day or so you will see changes. This is most useful to use at night although if you use too much it will flake off. So less is really more.