Nicely balanced between retaining moisture and not being too greasy. Didn't notice any of the peptide effects. Quite thick texture, spreads best on damp face and sinks in in about 5 minutes. Smells slightly herb like, but it's not an irritating scent. Does not come with a spatula. Won't last me more than more than 2 months with daily usage twice a day, or once a day in the evening on more humid summer days.