I use this as my second cleanser, or only cleanser if I have had no makeup on during the day. The tea tree smell was strong in the beginning but faded after a while. This barsoap gives me that squeaky clean-feeling without drying my face out. I can't really comment on how it battles acne or not since I don't struggle eith acne myself, but I would say that it's totally worth a try, and it won't break your bank since it is only 7€. And it also last a very long time. If it doesn't work for your face you can always use it for your body or hands.