I used to use this product a number of years ago and had a container that I would use from time to time. This definitely appears to be a different formula than what I used some years ago. It has a slightly different texture and a completely different scent, though, the packaging is almost identical. I think the older formula had a better hold. This still does the trick to hold my short mohawk up without looking unnatural or having the other effects of typical gel. Still gives that natural look without being heavy, sticky, goopy, or leaving that hard shine look of gel.