I bought this product because I felt like my pores were becoming bigger. I have been using the Paula's choice BHA exfoliant, and when I stop using it for a while my pores become very enlarged. Since I have started to use this product I am starting to notice that my pores are becoming better. As for my texture, I have seen significant improvement on my forehead as well. Overall, I am enjoying this product and I love the texture. (Little hard to see the texture in the picture.)