First BHA that I've tried so I don't really know how well it performs compared to others but for me it has worked quite well. Don't expect your blackheads to completely disappear because mine didn't but I guess that depends on your skin. The liquid is watery with a very faint scent and spreads easily over your face. Leave it on for 20~ minutes before moving on to the next step in your routine so the actives have time to work their magic. Some people feel a tingly sensation when they put it on but I haven't experienced that.