I really like this drying lotion. I've never tried something like this before other than acne creams. This lotion stops my adult acne in it tracks. As soon as I see a blemish starting I apply the lotion and by morning it's dried out and gone. You have to remember in the morning to wash it off. And I always apply it after my hubby goes to bed cause it's very noticble. Make sure to dip the q tip all the way to the bottom of the bottle before applying.