This balaclava has a fairly strong chemical smell, but it has faded some over time. Also, it is quite tight on me, but I use a helmet size 4XL. Be prepared to have marks from the seams on your forehead for 10 minutes after taking it off.

It does make a really big difference when shoveling snow in minus 25 degrees and windy weather. However, I wish there was some mesh in front of the mouth part to let your breath escape, rather than letting it build up and become all soggy and cold.