This is my holy grail essential item to keep handy.  I don't break out too often but when I do, they are usually enormous and in the worst spot. This drying lotion has tamed even my worst breakouts OVERNIGHT. If it doesn't completely disappear in a day, it is SIGNIFICANTLY reduced in size and redness, making it much much easier to conceal. And it does all of this without over drying the skin.  It does have a strong odor to it, but once dried it becomes unnoticeable.  I use a Q-tip to apply it by just inserting the Q-Tip straight into the bottle without mixing it around, then apply it straight to the blemish and go to sleep.  I can't tell you what a life saver this has been especially when you have any big events coming up that require a clear face ASAP.