Works like a charm with my electric razor, brings up hair for a smoother and closer shave. Not too complicated, pour a little into the palm, rub into facial hair, wait 10 seconds, shave. Number one ingredient is alcohol, thus it has a bit of an initial bite, or sting, plus a couple second potent alcohol smell. Leaves the face feeling smooth, and with a very mild chemical scent. Impossible to find at any department stores.