This dries up spots overnight. I would recommend using a thin layer over the face (as per the instructions) especially if you have lots of little spots or problem areas. Though it does work well if you have one big painful spot too. Dries it right up!!
If anything can dry your face a bit but I put a pea sized bit of the Clinique dramatically different moisturising gel on top after this has dried and no issues.
Clearer moisturised skin!