I honestly don't know what I done before this product. It is light and easy to apply, and blends into the skin with ease. Because this product is nearly like a lotion, the effect is smooth and ideal as base before applying your foundation. It smooths out your pores to give a more polished look, after foundation has been applied. I have not had any issues with this product, and has ensure that my make up lasts for the day. The trick to remember, is when applying this product is to wait a few minutes for it to 'dry' before applying foundation etc.