I get terrible acne on my shoulders and middle of my back. I ordered this salve online because I no longer live in Portland so I didn't know what it would smell like or feel like. I used it quite consistently over the summer and it has helped me so much. When I was halfway done with my first jar, I ordered 4 more. I try and use it in the morning after showering and at night before bed. The smell is very herbal, I think sage is the smell that comes through the most.