After the outer cardboard packaging open a the actual product housed in a beautiful glass crucible. After removing the extra-backed foil of the crucible increases a first a scent of freshness in the nose. The cream works apparently very kind to the skin, which is also confirmed when dipping a finger and can be felt on the skin during application also. The promised effect adjusts itself very quickly - the cream is absorbed quickly into the skin. No burning, even after a wet shave. A great product that has a good through the day without work towards striking outward.