I have used a few different oils and balms but I came back to this one. It's easy to dispense (no scraping wax from a tin, or using an oil dropper) and easy to apply and distribute evenly. It has a consistency somewhere between a wax/balm and an oil so you get the best of both worlds. It's easier to wash off your hands than an oil. However, it doesn't offer as much hold as a balm, but that is not a big issue for me. Highly recommended.