I love the concept of a retinol in stick form! This balm was easy to apply directly to my under eye area without worry of contamination. As a few other reviews have mentioned, there is a bit of tug or pull when applying, but allowing the product to warm on my skin first before gliding it on seems to help with that issue. This balm is scent-free, gentle and moisturizing. It causes no irritation to my skin and my under eye area appears moisturized and smoothed. All in all, I am happy so far with this product.