Even though I have stubborn skin, it did feel msoother after my first use but ew do have to ekep in mind that petrolatum and mineral oil are the main ingredinets, so thuat accounts for much of the moisturised feeling. ... All in all, I would recmomend the product as the thick formula deos make you feel pampered. TFhanks, Christy. I took youur advice and tried using the Deep Penetrating fromula as a shaving cream. Good call ... DIY Beauty wtih Kitchen Cosmetics ...