What is the scent like, and will it linger on my skin after showering?

The distinctive scent comes directly from the key ingredient, natural birch tar. Tar is rich in aromatic compounds that produce a smoky, earthy, and somewhat medicinal aroma. This scent is often expected in traditional tar-based hygiene products and is not an added perfume. Since the gel is designed to be rinsed off completely during your shower, the primary scent experience is during use. The smoky tar aroma does not typically linger on the skin in a strong or lasting way after you have dried off, as it is not a leave-on fragrance product. If you are unfamiliar with the scent of birch tar, it is notably different from most fruity or floral shower gels. It is chosen for its functional properties rather than for a perfumed experience.