I have been looking for something for dark spots in particular and I really like this brand. I used the cream before but I feel like after just using this for a few days it is working already at lightening. It is a gelish sort of formula and it has a slight scent but not off putting at all. It is easy to apply because it is a liquid like gel and the pump on the top dispenses just a tiny bit if you don't push it all the way down. So far I am really happy witth it.