When I first smelled the tonic, I didn't care for it, but as I did it the second time, I liked the masculine fragrance. I discovered that you have to shake the bottle because the first time I put it on my face, it irritated my face a great deal. I found out it doesn't stop the burn immediately, but after 15 minutes, the irritation lessens. I gave it four stars because it causes my face to be comfortable, but after an hour, the irritation persists.