Let me start by saying this soap dispenser is a total looker. The matte white ceramic-plastic combo gives my bathroom that 'designer magazine' vibe I was going for. It's like having a tiny piece of modern art by my sink.

But here's the thing - that sleek top? It's basically a soap ejector seat waiting to happen. I've learned (the hard way) to never grab it by the lid unless I want to redecorate my bathroom walls with lavender-scented soap. The French reviewer wasn't kidding about the 'soap tsunami' warning.

The short nozzle takes some getting used to - I had to retrain my muscle memory to place my hand lower than usual. On the plus side, the wide opening means no more picking at dried soap gunk like I had to with my old dispenser.

After two months of use, mine still looks pristine, though I'm side-eyeing that Italian review about paint chipping after two weeks. Maybe they got a lemon? The unsecured lid design does feel like an odd choice for something meant to be handled daily with wet hands.

Would I recommend it? If you're after aesthetics and don't mind babying your soap dispenser, sure. But if you have messy kids or prefer foolproof functionality, maybe keep looking.