. The packaging is a little better than other brands, it spreads easily and cleanly and prevents excessive drying out around the tip (which usually causes clogs). Using the right, small amount helps. If you use too much, it's best to remove the excess before closing the lid, although this can be difficult. If you lose the lid or it starts to clog badly, use a standard button or pin, although this can work in its place as well. Just pushing the button into the hole at the top, as long as the button is wide enough to plug the hole, it helps at least temporarily. If you accidentally get on the skin, it will stick almost immediately. . There are several useful methods to soften the glue, one of which is acetone-based nail polish remover. Or check out the WikiHow tips, they are all based on simple chemical ideas (glue is just a chemical reaction) http://www.wikihow.com/Remove-Super-Glue