When you first apply the lotion it has a really nice vanilla smell, but afterwards it starts to get that unpleasant self tanner smell. It gave me a nice natural and even looking tan that wasn't streaky at all, and it didn't turn my knees, ankels, or elbows orange. It comes with a pair of gloves for when your applying the lotion so you don't have to worry about your hands turning orange. Some of the downsides of this product is that it can feel really creamy, and takes a while to dry, so I wouldn't recommend working out out or doing any other physical activity that may cause you to sweat after applying fake bake. Also I found that the colour doesn't stay long and comes right off as soon as you shower. Overall I feel that the fake bake original self-tanning lotion is a good product and I would definitely purchase it again.