This is a solid foundation (pun intended) that doesn't irritate or dry out my sensitive, dry skin. I have rosacea so it's always a challenge to find coverage for my face that doesn't cause breakouts or redness or exacerbate dryness. I found that this applies best when I pat it in using my fingers and it holds on pretty well throughout the day. It is easy to build for more coverage or keep it more sheer. My face can be shiny after I apply it so if you don't like that it's simple enough to apply a powder to tone things down, or use a primer with that purpose. The main challenge I have with it is I find it doesn't play well if you have dry spots - it can cling to any patches or skin that is flaking so it is important to make sure your skin is hydrated and happy. (Hint: I use a hyaluronic serum now which has done wonders and now I rarely have dry patches.) As for packaging, it is pretty good and I think the tube is probably the best option for keeping it sanitary as you use it. Just be aware that once you can't wind the tube up farther (like the end of chapstick) you need to scoop out the rest of it. (There is about a half inch or so that you can get out by scooping.) TLDR: In short, a good foundation that is not drying and doesn't irritate my skin