If you are on an older version of Lightroom Classic, jumping to 12.3 (or newer) is highly recommended simply for the color consistency improvements. It changes the way you see your edits, ensuring your final output matches your creative vision.
Experts often find a "sweet spot" between 40 and 60 on the intensity slider to avoid an overly "smooth" or artificial look. Other Notable Enhancements Adobe Lightroom Classic 12.3