This product was made for those who cannot use the harsh chemicles in traditional solvents. Those who have alergies and lung problems will now be able to paint with oil colours. The feel is just a bit different than the traditional oil paints and the color choices are fewer making you use those color theory class lessons. Moistening paints is a spray bottle away. Drying time about the same as traditional oils. Clean up is easy with no storage of harmful solvents. Not as abusive on your brushes. Great paints for beginners and children as well as professionals.