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A lot of people feel inclined to learn how to do their own manicures, pedicures, and other beauty treatments at home on their own when they calculate how much they spend on these things each month. When they think about how much they spend actually paying a professional to do the job, maintaining the work that is done, as well as buying products to use at home, they see that they could save tons of money. They can invest in some nice equipment and nice products to do their own manicure and other beauty treatments. However, they need to learn the basic steps.

If you have gone to a professional many times to have your nails done, you can basically follow the process that the professional uses. Some people do not pay attention when they are getting their nails or toes done, so this quick reminder can be very helpful.

The very first thing that you want to do is start off with clean nails. This involves getting rid of nail polish and making sure that the nails are clean on top and underneath. Next, make sure that your nails are all the same length. This may involve trimming the nails as well as filing them. You want to give them a good shape, something that you will be comfortable with.

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Once your nails are all cleaned up and they have been trimmed and filed, you can begin the most relaxing part of the manicure. Soak your fingers or even your entire hands in warm water. Some people like to use a mild soap or another product that has been designed for this purpose. Soaking your hands in warm water not only relaxes you, but it loosens up the cuticles.

After your hands have soaked for a little bit, you want to take them out of the water and dry them up. Now you can begin working on the cuticles. Using the proper tools, push them back and trim them if necessary. Now that your hands are dry and your cuticles are in good condition, you can apply nail polish and a nail polish extender. You want to preserve the life of the nail polish as long as possible and help your manicure to last.

After your nails are done and the nail polish has dried, you want to apply moisturiser to your hands. Many individuals enjoy this part of the manicure. They may spend a lot of time just sitting back and looking at how pretty their nails look while allowing the moisturiser to soak in. As they rub the moisturiser in, they will do a small hand massage. This is a great way to end the manicure. Not only will your nails look great, but you will feel relaxed.

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You guys must know Nykaa recently has come up with their own range of makeup. After the successful launch of their nail paints and bath & body products, Nykaa announced their new baby which is the ‘So Matte’ range of lipsticks. Ever since I saw Nykaa’s Instagram story about their new launch, I was determined to try them out as soon as they hit the market. I kept the promise and got two shades from the range. Today, I will be reviewing the Nykaa So Matte Lipsticks  for you.

Nykaa So Matte lipsticks have 13 shades in the range. The shade range has a quite diverse colour palette, from nudes to pinks, reds and plums. I liked how they tried to include at least one from each colour family. After investing a lot of time choosing two best shades from the entire range, I ended up buying Orange Vice and Pink Flirt. Continue reading this post for the review and some swatches.

Price- 399 INR

Nykaa So Matte Lipsticks Orange Vice & Pink Flirt| Review & Swatches| Cherry On Top

Nykaa So Matte Lipsticks Orange Vice & Pink Flirt| Review & Swatches| Cherry On Top

Nykaa So Matte Lipsticks Orange Vice & Pink Flirt| Review & Swatches| Cherry On Top

Packaging- The Nykaa So Matte Lipsticks come in very pretty reddish/pinkish watercolour patterned boxes. The lipstick bullets are housed in matte black cuboid cases that have metallic Nykaa logo on them. Each case has a magnetic closure to them which is really cool and convenient as it makes the lipsticks safe for travelling. I really liked the sleek and classy look of the lipstick cases. Although I am not a big fan of these cuboid-shaped lipstick cases as I find it difficult to have a good hold while applying directly with the bullet and also, they do not fit into my lipstick organiser. I don’t know if anyone faces the same problem or not but I do.

Nykaa So Matte Lipsticks Orange Vice & Pink Flirt| Review & Swatches| Cherry On Top

Nykaa So Matte Lipsticks Orange Vice & Pink Flirt| Review & Swatches| Cherry On Top
(L-R) Pink Flirt and Orange Vice

Shades- The two shades that I got from the Nykaa So Matte Lipsticks collection are Orange Vice and Pink Flirt. Orange Vice is a bright orange lipstick with a little bit of rust/brown undertones. Although this lipstick looks bright on the lips, it looks a bit toned down and rustier in the bullet. Pink Flirt, on the other hand, is a bright fuschia colour that will suit almost every skin tone. I love pinks with blue undertones as it makes my face brighter and my teeth whiter. I like both the shades.

Pigmentation- These lipsticks are very pigmented. You get an opaque application in the first swipe. Although I have noticed a patchy application on my upper lip which is darker than my lower lip. It happened with the shade Pink Flirt. Orange Vice had a smooth and opaque colour distribution.

Texture- Although, Nykaa describes their So Matte lipsticks as matte, they do not go with our usual notion of a matte lipstick. These lipsticks are in between matte and satin. The texture of Nykaa So Matte Lipsticks is very soft and creamy. They are not drying, easy to apply, they glide on the lips smoothly, feel comfortable on the lips and the application is even. Being creamy mattes, they are just perfect for winters.

Staying Power- Nykaa So Matte Lipsticks stay put on my lips for about 4-5 hours at a stretch, without any touch ups. I had applied the shade Pink Flirt during pandal hopping on Kali Puja (Diwali) and in spite of the hot and humid weather and light snacking every now and then it lasted quite long, for about 5 hours. It only starts fading from the centre afterwards. I am quite happy with its longevity.

My Views on the Nykaa So Matte Lipsticks

I am quite impressed with this new launch from Nykaa. These lipsticks are something that I can use every day during winters. My lips become very dry during winters and I don’t like putting on lipgloss, so choosing a lipstick for winters has always been a pain for me. I think I finally have got my perfect wintertime matte lippies. The best thing about these lipsticks is that they don’t settle into fine lines which a blessing for me because I have creases on my lips that make any matte lipstick look horrendous if I don’t hydrate my lips before the lipstick application. These Nykaa So Matte lipsticks are very hydrating that you don’t need any separate moisturisation before application.

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Nykaa So Matte! Lipstick Orange Vice on my lips (Natural lighting)

 

Nykaa So Matte Lipsticks Orange Vice & Pink Flirt| Review & Swatches| Cherry On Top
Nykaa So Matte! Lipstick Pink Flirt on my lips (Natural lighting). I don’t know if it was the cloudy weather or my camera but the shade Pin Flirt looks too warm in this picture. So, I am inserting another picture which shows the exact colour.

 

Nykaa So Matte Lipsticks Orange Vice & Pink Flirt| Review & Swatches| Cherry On Top
Nykaa So Matte! Lipstick Pink Flirt on my lips (Artificial lighting)

Taking them off is quite a pain for me as they don’t want to come off completely even if you using a waterproof makeup remover. They leave a subtle tinge after you take it off. Other than that, I love them. These lipsticks smell like vanilla, the scent is pretty close to that of the MAC ones. They are creamy, hydrating, long-lasting and they don’t bleed. I think getting such quality withing a price-tag of only Rs 399 is quite a good deal. I would highly recommend these Nykaa So Matte Lipsticks to you guys. You can find them exclusively in the Nykaa website.

I hope you liked this review. Tell me what you feel about these lipsticks in the comments. I’ll be back with a new review very soon. Till then, be safe & keep smiling!

Hey, everyone! Finally, my exams are over and I am ready to dedicate myself solely to blogging. I have missed blogging so much in the past few weeks. So, I am back again with a new post for you guys. Today’s post is going to be a review on the two perfumes I received from Neesh, one is their Rose E Mohabatt and the second one is Belle D’ Oud. So, without wasting any time, let’s jump into the post-

About Neesh

Before starting with the actual review let me share a few words about the brand, Neesh. Neesh is one of the fast-growing perfume
brands in India, creating something unique with their passion and has established a signature style. Their unique packaging, unmatched fragrance, and unparallel quality within such an inexpensive price tag, make them stand out from the rest.

Neesh perfumes come in 12 variants, 6 for men and 6 for women. Here are the names-

Men’s Collection- Oud-E-Khaas | Moha-Beau-T | Eau-De-Mehfil | Attar-E-Neesh | Attar-E-Nazakat | Atar-E-Ishq

Women’s Collection- Zaafran-E-Hindustan | Sultana | Rose-E-Mohabatt | Oud-De-Venice | Belle-D-Oud | Amour-De-Oud

They have three different categories of perfumes- light (ingredients like citrus, fruits. flowers etc.), medium (ingredients like tea, honey chocolate etc) and strong (ingredients like vanilla, must, wood, mukhallat etc) to help you choose according to your preference. The samples I got are from the light/medium family.

I am very bad at describing scents but still will try to do as much as I can. Please don’t be mad at me 😛

Prize- 340 INR

Rose E Mohabatt

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Rose-E-Mohabatt is my favourite of the two I received. It has a very sweet and warm scent to it which I found very feminine and delicate. The base note has Amber and Musk and this perfume is a perfect balance of these two. It’s more ambery than musky if that makes any sense!

Top Note– Honey-Suckle, Saffron

Middle Note– Rose, Lavender, Myrrh, Styrax.

Base Note– Musk, Amber, Labdanum

Buy here.

Belle D Oud

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Belle D Oud is also a nice fragrance but it is a bit strong for my taste. It has the essences of floral, fruity and also musky and amber notes. The fragrance is fresh and feminine, a little stronger than Rose E Mohabatt.

Top Note– Honey, Berry, Iran Saffron

Middle Note– Indian Rose, Exotic Prune

Base Note– Musk, Dark Amber

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Overall, I like both Rose E Mohabatt and Belle D Oud, the first one being my favourite. The fragrances I received are very feminine and last for a long time, at least 9-10 hours on me. Note that no perfume lasts on me for more than 5 hours. I am really impressed with the longevity. Neesh Perfumes are brilliant combinations of attar and high-quality global scents. Thus, they have an oriental feel and warmth in them. I love that. All their perfumes come in 20ml pikpacks, which are very travel-friendly because they can be carried everywhere for the fact that they are not packaged in glass bottles. These perfumes fit in your pocket and purse very easily. Each spray of Neesh perfumes costs only Re 1.

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They also have gifting options for both men and women. You can find out more about them on their website www.neesh.in. I would suggest you to try at least one perfume from their range. I am sure you will like them. These perfumes are available on Flipkart, Amazon, Snapdeal and eBay. I hope you liked my review. If you did then please do share this piece of information with your friends and family. See you guys in my next post. Until then, be safe & keep smiling.

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Hi, guys! Hope you are doing great. Today, I am going to talk about my experience at the Club Salon where I went out to try one of their skin care treatments. If you are following me on Snapchat (Username- sayantinee) then you might have seen the whole story behind it. I also shared my thoughts there. I was looking for a good therapy for my skin as I was facing a lot of problems, one of them being dullness. My face was lacking that inner glow and it was looking really unhealthy. Recently, when I was invited to try one of the facial treatments offered by Club Salon, I readily agreed.

I decided to go for the Sarat Bose Road branch as it was more convenient for me than the other four. I went there on last Thursday. I had already an appointment there. It is great to make an appointment before you step in to save time and also you can ask for your preferred staff at the time of appointment. As soon as I reached there I was welcomed by their courteous staff. Then I was requested to make myself comfortable and offered a glass of water which, I felt, was really sweet and comforting.

Then, I was introduced to Doma, who was supposed to do my facial. She escorted me to the facial room. The room was prim and tidy and was smelling nice. There were dim lights which made the ambience very soothing and relaxing. Now, let me take you through the entire regimen, step-by-step.

At first, she examined my face to determine my skin type. She told me that I have a normal skin which was shocking as I have always known that I have a combination skin! Anyhoo, she also told me that my face is a bit tanned. After examining my face, she chose the suitable O3+ products for the facial. She first cleansed my face with a cleansing lotion and then applied a de-tanning mask made of Eucalyptus and camphor. The mask has a bit of cooling and burning sensation and also a strong scent. She left the mask on my skin for about 10 minutes and then wiped it off with a wet washcloth.

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Step 1- Tan Removal
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Step 2- Peel-off Mask
Step 3- Brightening Mask
Step 3- Brightening Mask

Now, she applied another mask which, I was told, has a skin whitening property. It was basically a peel-off mask that was also wiped off after 10-15 minutes. Next, another mask was applied which had whitening and brightening benefits. After leaving it for 10-15 minutes, she started massaging my face with a massage cream which is mainly made to make your skin glow from the inside. The massage was really relaxing and rejuvenating that I almost fell asleep. It was quite obvious, from the strokes she used, that she is a very skilled lady and also has a lot of experience. I can’t exactly recall how many minutes she spent on massaging my face but it was definitely 15-20 minutes. After the massage was over, all my fatigue was gone and there was an instant glow to my skin which was so evident.

I really liked the hour-long (probably, more) session. This particular ‘Shine & Glow from Agelock’ facial regime will cost you approximately Rs2,900 which is totally worth spending considering the result it offers.

Club Salon Shine & Glow Facial Review| cherryontopblog.com

Club Salon Shine & Glow Facial Review| cherryontopblog.com

Club Salon offers various skin and hair solutions from Agelock to Dermalzone customized facials, Anti-Pollution facials to different hair rituals including Smoothing, Strengthening and Reconstructing rituals etc. They also offer bridal makeovers, Airbrush Makeup for Bride & Groom and other customary services like mani and pedi, haircut and colour, nail arts etc. They also offer complimentary face mapping skin analysis which is great.

Club Salon Shine & Glow Facial Review| cherryontopblog.com

Club Salon Shine & Glow Facial Review| cherryontopblog.com

Club Salon has five outlets in Kolkata- New Alipore (Main branch), Sarat Bose Road, Rash Behari Connector, Kasba, Garia and Saltlake, Sector- V. You can follow their Facebook page to stay updated with their offers and news. You can also go to their website to look for the services they offer, buy products they use for their services and also to make an appointment.

I hope you found this review helpful and this was the ultimate reason for me to share my experience with you guys. Let me know if you ever went to Club Salon before and how was your experience. Until next time, be safe & keep smiling!

 

There really is nothing desirable about unwanted hair.  When we look in the mirror, we want to feel appealing and hair in the wrong areas can bring down our self-esteem.  Looking and feeling our best boosts our self-image tremendously.  Getting those results isn’t as easy at home as you would get by going to a spa for a professional treatment.

The question you have to ask, though, is whether laser hair removal is the best decision for your personal needs.  To answer that, you need to look at several factors.

How Convenient are Cosmetic Clinics?
Years ago, you had to make an appointment at a spa only during regular operating hours.  Now, clinics are more accessible to their clients, remaining open for longer hours.  It makes it easier to set an appointment at an hour convenient to you.  With so many cosmetic practices in operation today, it wouldn’t be hard to find one located close by.

Procedures are More Efficient
Shaving day after day is an unpleasant task with minimal results.  It has to be repeated frequently, wasting a lot of time.  Think about how many hours you spend shaving over the course of a month.  Laser hair removal procedures take approximately one hour and results in the hair not growing back right away.  Less time spent removing unwanted hair means more time doing other things.

Less Painful Than You May Have Heard
Shaving doesn’t generally hurt, but have you tried waxing?  You can possibly be burnt by hot wax, but no matter how careful you are, you cannot avoid the pain of tearing off the wax strips.  It hurts!  By comparison, laser hair removal has minimal discomfort.  It can feel like a rubber band snapping continually against your skin or can make the skin feel heated.  Most clinics offer a numbing agent and many lasers now have a cooling device on them to reduce the sensations.

Cost Comparisons to Factor in
You also need to factor in the costs associated with hair removal.  The expense of going to a spa to have a professional perform a procedure may sound expensive, especially since you need to return several times for more permanent removal.  However, you need to take a close look at the cost over time of doing your own removal at home.  Whether you are shaving or waxing, you need to think about how much time you spend, the cost of the razors, creams, depilatories, wax kits, and so on.  How much are you spending in a year?  In two years?  In a lifetime?  The totals can be staggering to look at.  It makes the cost of laser hair removal seem significantly smaller by comparison.

Final Considerations Before Making a Decision
You need to keep in mind that there are potential issues with hair removal.  Just as home methods can cause harm with hot wax burns or cuts from a razor, there are side effects with using professional lasers.  Special skin tones and hair color combinations require specially design lasers for proper treatments.  Certified technicians are trained to know how to properly treat those variations.  A bit of research and asking the right questions can avoid any problems with that.  Check to make sure your clinic is reputable and you should be satisfied with the treatment results.

I hope you found this article helpful. I hope this post has answered all your queries regarding Laser Hair Removal.

 
 
 
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Hello everyone, today’s review is on my favourite of the Revlon Matte Balms and it is the Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm Sultry. If you are following me on FaceBook you would know I have shared a picture of a Shopperstop package and asked you to guess what I got for myself. Today, I am sharing it. How can I be left behind while the whole nation is raving about the Revlon Matte Balms that has been recently launched in Indian market along with the other variant i.e. Lacquer Balms! When I first saw international beauty bloggers reviewing Matte Lip Crayons and swatching the Matte Balms, I was head over heels in love with the lovely shades. As I was preparing my list for the shades I was about to procure from the U.S., I heard the good news. The super-gorgeous lippies were introduced to India! 

I have used their Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stains and loved them. As a matte lipstick lover, I got to try out the Matte Balms. There are 8 scrumptious shades, from pinks to reds, plums to browns. I had shortlisted 3 shades from this range, among which, two were pink. Not all pinks suit my skin tone so without taking any risk I chose the 3rd one, which is named as Sultry.

Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm Sultry Review


Product category: Lipstick/ Lipstain/ Lipbalm 
Brand: Revlon
Price: 800 INR for 2.7gms (Update- Price increased to 890 INR)


Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm Sultry Review

 

Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm Sultry Review


Packaging: These Matte Balms come in a wonderful matte packaging. It comes in a pencil/crayon kind of form with a twist-up bottom and a tight cap. You don’t need to sharpen them, only twist the bottom.

Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm Sultry Review
Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm Sultry Review
Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm Sultry Review


Shade: I am really bad at describing colours, but I will try to do it for you. Sultry is actually a mixture of matte pink, plum and brown, as my eyes can identify. Whatever it is, I like it very much. It will suit almost all Indian skin tones.
 
Product (Texture, Pigmentation & Staying power): The product is very creamy in texture and easily glides on the lips. It gives a decent coverage in a single swipe and goes absolutely opaque in two swipes. You don’t need to layer it but if you want to make it more intense, you can always layer it up. It doesn’t give you the powdery, drying matte effect, it actually has a velvety matte formula which doesn’t let your lips dry out. I have a tendency to eat up my lipsticks, nothing stays on my lips more than 2-3 hours, does that happen to any of you or I am the only one with this feature on this planet?! 

Anyways, this lipstick stays on for good 3-4 hours on me, can stay a little bit more on others. It transfers a little when touched. Doesn’t feather out or doesn’t leave any stain behind when wiped off.
 
Ups:

Stylish, sturdy, matte packaging.
Travel-friendly.
No need to sharpen.
A lovely shade that would suit any Indian skin tone.
Creamy yet matte finish, good for Indian summer and this horrid humidity.
Decent wear-time, almost 3-4 hours.
Nice coverage, eliminates dark patches and uneven tone decently.
Easily available on any Shoppers Stop outlet, can be found online at Shoppersstop.com.
Downs:

A little transferrable.
Will make a hole in your pocket.

~Lip Swatches~
 
Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm Sultry Swatches
Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm Sultry Swatches
Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm Sultry Swatches
~Face of the Day~
 
Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm Sultry Swatches
Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm Sultry Swatches
All I have to say is: If you have loved Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stains and if you love matte lip crayons, you must go for the Revlon Matte Balms. Those who love hint of pink on their lips without going crazy and aren’t actually very adventurous with lipsticks can definitely get a hold of this lipsticks. This range has 9 other lovely shades to choose from- Elusive, Unapologetic, Standout, Audacious, Striking, Shameless, and Mischievous. 
 
My Rating: I will deduct 2 points for the excessively high price. Thus, it will get an 8/10 rating from me.
 

Will I buy it again?Though I love the shade and the formula very much but I don’t have any plan to buy it again. If I make my mind, I will mind any other shade from this range. I am waiting for a discount now.

 

 
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Sorry for the long gap between my posts. I am a little tensed for a few days about my mom’s health. She is entering the phase of menopause and having a lot of troubles regarding the issue. I feel to stay with her chatting above everything. So, forgive me, I make sure to continue the series and talk about almost everything about Back to School necessities before the month ends.
Amidst of the entire bustle, studies and other scheduled works we deliberately forget about the needs of our skin. We forget about the vital ingredients of beauty, nourished skin, and healthy hair. So, I have a few tips that would give your skin and hair the most desired nourishment and glow that works best for school or college goers.
First of all the three basic steps for that natural healthy skin- CTM, which means Cleansing, Toning, and Moisturizing-
  • Cleansing:Cleansing is the most important part of skincare. It, not only removes dirt out of your skin, but also it balances your oiliness (if any), opens up your pores and removes dead cells and gives you that extra freshness and clarity.  There are several types of cleansers available in the market, like foaming face washes, cleansing milk or lotion or even cleansing wipes. I recommend face washes for those who have oily skin and cleaning milk/lotion for those who have dry skin problems. Cleansing wipes are even good as they are handy and very convenient. Those who are sick of oily skin or have combination skin, I suggest using a face wash that contains neem. It’ll control the excessive emission of oil.
You can use raw milk as a cleanser. Just dab a cotton ball into a bowl of milk and apply on to your skin with gentle round strokes. It purifies your skin and most importantly it’s all natural!
  • Toning: Toning is an optional step. So if you don’t get enough time for toning, don’t freak out. Toning just removes any residue of the cleanser you applied before and opens up you pores. It makes the skin ready for moisturizing. Honestly, I always skip this step deliberately.
  • Moisturizing: If you have dryness, do use a moisturizer, so that your skin gets the required moisture. Those who have oily skin, apply a moisturizer that is especially for oily skin, use a gel or water-based moisturizer instead of a cream or lotion.
  • Now, the basic steps are complete. Now you need to apply a sunscreen before stepping out in the sun. Use a sunscreen that has SPF 15 or more. Apply your sunscreen 30 minutes before stepping out as directed by the Skin Cancer Foundation. Apply one ounce of sunscreen to all over the exposed parts of your body. This step must not be skipped!
 
A few tips:
  1. As the school goers have to spend a long time, almost 6-7 hours, outside the house, they should be hydrated all the time. So, keep drinking water throughout the school hours. It helps your skin to detoxify.
  2. Always keep dry/wet wipes in your bag so that you can freshen up yourself whenever you feel like.
  3. Eat green vegetables. Green vegetables are full of fibers and minerals. Yeah yeah, I know you hate them, but they are your ‘friends with benefits”. Lol 😉 A healthy diet helps you to get healthy and glowing skin and hair. Avoid oily, greasy food. Eat salads and fruits on a regular basis.
  4. Always use a chapstick or lip balm to avoid dried lips.
  5. Plenty of sleep is a must for students. At least 8 hours of sleep is required for our health. It helps to get beautiful, healthy skin.
  6. Exercise regularly. It helps you skin exfoliate by sweating. Plus, it makes you fit and mentally happy and tranquil.
So, what’s your secret of healthy skin?
That’s all for today friends. I will come up with a new Back to School post on tomorrow. Till then keep smiling and be happy. Feel free to comment. If you have a suggestion for me, don’t hesitate, just post as a comment. Please do link your posts in the comment box if you have done similar posts or willing to do one. I would love to add your links in my posts.
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