I thought that DMSO absorbs into the skin and would not feel like this. As to whether it works
It is very greasy.  Clothes stick to it and it stays that way until you shower.  I thought that DMSO absorbs into the skin and would not feel like this.  As to whether it works, my experience is inconclusive.  I did not get any miraculous reduction in pain, however for an hour or so the pain did appear to be less.
Rating: 3 stars