Alfred Sung's Paradise Luxurious Shower Gel for women was given to me as a gift that includes eau de parfum and body lotion. The shower gel is in tube format, kind of has what you call maybe shimmery sparkles in it too? I'm not sure what you call it. It smells great, VERY feminine, kind of sweet smelling; to me anyway. I find it doesn't lather too great. It's a very thick consistency, maybe that's why I don't like it for that ONLY reason. Overall, the product is great, just it being too thick is what disappointed me. Looking to try something a little different, check out "Alfred Sung Paradise". Last but not least, the scent does have staying power, and not too strong either. So in conclusion, i give it one-and-a half thumbs up, lol. Good enough to POSSIBLY try again, maybe, lol.