I like some of ALAFFIA's lotions, but they can be hit or miss - some seem to moisturize wonderfully, others seem to be too greasy. This one is by far my favorite ALAFFIA lotion, and definitely in my top three favorite lotions in general. It's a little pricey, but it is worth every penny. I find that this coconut lotion is moisturizing enough for the coldest months of the year [unlike DESERT ESSENCE, which is my favorite summer time lotion]. I use it for hands and body, and I find that a little goes a long way. Those who complained of a sour smell must have gotten a bad batch. I've bought this lotion loads of times, both directly from ALAFFIA and from IHERB, and it's always had a faint scent of toasted coconut. Actually, the scent is the second reason [behind its great ability to moisturize] why I buy this lotion. I am sensitive to scents and simply cannot use generic drugstore lotion, BATH and BODY WORKS, or even BURT'S BEES GUD lotions because the scents make me feel nauseous and sometimes give me headaches. None of the ALAFFIA lotions have ever bothered me.
