The Assos did get somewhat absorbed by the body, so it wasn't like wearing a wet diaper or anything (not that I truly remember that stage in life, of course). It was never goopy - though you don't need globs of it to work, either. Just an even layer on the chamois before you put it on. I would carry small baggies for reapply at rest stops on centuries, but only needed to use it once.

Everyone's anatomy is different. Just like we all can't ride the same saddle or shorts, not everyone's nether regions handle friction the same way either. Without chamois cream, I've got FIRE going on down there. Think rug burn...on the sensitive parts! It's awesome that some of you don't need it, but don't poo-poo those of us who do. Until someone suggested it on here when I was new, I never knew such a solution was a possibility for women (I thought it was only for men). Let's not scare off any new riders who might also need to make use of these products.

Thanks for sharing the info about the Hammer Seat Saver, Alex. I'm going to give that a try instead of ordering new Assos cream.