Well when I first started wet shaving back in 2005 I could not stand the smell. After around a year break then getting back into it I think my tastes have changed. I used TOBS this morning and it was quite a pleasant scent and really enjoyed the shave. I just think it is amazing how a persons prefrences can change in such litle time as a year to two. I believe I will purchase some sandalwood cream to put in my rotation.