I use this product to prevent ingrown hairs for which it is a miracle product. Since using this cream, I have NEVER had an ingrown hair following a Brazilian wax (whereas I use to always get a few). I simply apply it once a day while the hair is growing back.The cream is very thick, so a little goes a long way. Yes it smells bad, but that's due to the beneficial cod liver oil in it, so its not a negative for me. The only negative I do have is the packaging. Over time the oil starts to separate from the cream, and the tube packaging does not allow you to mix them back up again.