The good people at Old Spice have struck advertising gold by bringing Will Ferrell onto the scene. In the guise of his latest character Jackie Moon, from the upcoming film Semi-Pro, Ferrell has created a handful (armpitful?) of short commercials hawking the new Old Spice Pro-Strength deodorant/ anti-perspirant/ skin conditioner, which is apparently proven, clinically mind you, to provide protection from odor and wetness. Yes, it makes me want to whistle, too.

I haven't tried the deodorant/ anti-perspirant/ skin conditioner, but I am slightly intrigued. I'm not a heavy sweater, not since I gave up exercise, but I've been known to shed a few drops of "sweat-gland deuce," (seriously, watch the videos) and I'm always looking for ways to avoid smelling like a turtle cage.

Apparently the product is to be applied at night during which time the pores are plugged for 24 hours, even after showering. While I applaud the brilliant use of "the best defense is a good offense" mentality (wait, did I get that backwards?), I'm a bit concerned about the idea of plugging my pores to block anything, even sweat. Where does it go? Will my armpits become bloated with sweat-retention? I don't know. I'm not a scientist.

Why don't you ask Jackie Moon?