I did not buy this mask from this seller, but I have had it for 3 or 4 years now.
It is what it is--a latex, uncomfortable, head-encompasing mask.
The odor is it from being new--however, I have worn this mask to 3 consecutive conventions in the middle of Baltimore summer. And worn it for a long time.
If you're committed, it's a great mask. Gets dirty, so must be washed. You will sweat inside. But it looks great. I only wish that they made more in different expressions.