This product uses a big bottle to hold its contents and has beautiful packaging. Would make a great gift because it is beautiful. I bought it because i have a few dark spots and after a few months of using it, it is a little lighter. I am not sure if it's because maybe my dark spots are too dark to lighten some more or if i need to continue to use it for longer. i am about half way done and will keep an eye out on my dark spots hoping it will disappear.