MOISTURIZATION

Moisturization, from the word moisturizer which is a cosmetic cream, lotion, etc. applied to the skin to add or restore moisture to it. When you consider the problems related to dryness, including that it makes skin look older, there’s no question of the need for a great moisturizer. The act of moisturizing one’s skin has become nearly second nature to so many women, and yet for those who haven’t really understood its importance and its benefits, it can’t be emphasized enough. Through the basis of hydration, there are three main factors that influence the need for moisturization:  skin type, season and age.  Skin type with drier complexions requiring more hydration than oilier types and those with oily skin naturally have more sebaceous glands working overtime to drain out sebum, oil produced by the skin. Season, through the duration varies according to geography, during those months that skin is exposed to colder temperatures and lower humidity, aggressive use of moisturizers is often in order. Lastly is age, you get less young and the output of the sebaceous glands naturally lessens, skin usually gets drier – though, unfortunately, those with very oily skin often don’t actually notice the oil dip until they reach their fifties and above. It needs moisturization because moisturizers, as well as other personal skin care products that contain moisturizing ingredients, have the following benefits: improve your skin’s texture by locking in water in the skin’s dry spots; balance skin tone by giving it a protective layer against free radicals that can mess up and constantly damage your pores; fight skin dryness by hydrating it and giving it a youthful and fresh glow. Moisturizers also contain humectants, which attract and bind water to the skin.  Examples of common humectants are glycerin or glycerol (clear, colorless, syrupy liquid used as a laxative), propylene glycol (a clear viscous liquid used as a solvent in the preparation of certain medications), sorbitol (a white, sweetish, crystalline alcohol occurring naturally or prepared synthetically, used as a sugar substitute for people with diabetes), hyaluronic acid (a glycosamino-glycan found in lubricating proteoglycans of synovial fluid, vitreous humor, cartilage, blood vessels, skin and the umbilical cord) derivatives, and pyrrolidine carboxylic acid.

            When choosing a moisturizer there are things to look out for: oily faces, look for non-clogging or non-comedogenic formulas (comedogenic, tending to produce or aggravate acne­­); sensitive skin, look for fragrance-free and oil-free options; normal skin, pick the non-greasy, water-based variety; dry skin, choose oil-based with glycerin and mineral oil; try also the soy compounds in the ingredients can build fibers that make the skin smooth, and retinol can hold promise for wrinkle reduction.

 For the face, you can maintain a healthier appearance and minimize signs of ageing when you choose a moisturizer or face lotion with sunscreen in it.  It helps protect your face against the harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun. Choose a gentle facial cleanser that suits your skin type to exfoliate and aid effectively in scrubbing away dead skin cells. Use a facial cleanser and toner that thoroughly remove impurities and dirt but does not dry out your skin.

For the body, achieve soft and elastic skin by making sure that you use your moisturizing product when your skin is slightly moist. Pay attention to areas in your skin that are dry, tight, cracked or peeling, like: back of your elbows, skin on your knees, skin on your feet and skin on your heels. And use a gentle exfoliating body wash on these areas. The exfoliating beads can clear away dull and old skin when you scrub it gently with a washcloth. Then, take lukewarm showers, not hot showers, as over-washing the skin with hot water strips it of its natural oils, making it dry and vulnerable to the elements. Moisturizing products help you maintain that dewy features and leaves your skin feeling soft and supple. Well-moisturized skin keeps you looking young, and that tender freshness quality for your skin is worth keeping at any age. It’s always important to go back to the basics when it comes to beauty, and moisturization will always be an essential part of optimal skin care. If you wondered why your skin is tight and taut, moisturization is one of the solutions to add some moisture that will looks glow and natural dewy complexion. For more info and tips on the basics of beautiful skin, check out www.modzed.com/blog/.

Different Hair Styles

Short Hair Styles

There are several reasons to considering any number of short hair styles:

The first thing is getting past losing the long hair. Some women prefer to wear their hair short but many women hang on to the long hair they wore 10-20 years earlier in high school, eager for a change but scared to make it. While there is no right or wrong decision, and no one can put an age on the right time to make a change, you will find that many short hair styles can be far more flattering.

                Now if there’s an advantages of wearing a short hair style, there are also some disadvantages, one of this is high maintenance hair, if you need to maintain the short length of your new hairstyle, you will need more frequent trips to the hairdresser’s to get your hair done, which means spending more money on your hair than you would if you were to grow your hair long, but there are probably more benefits than not. For starters for instance, short hair means you have a much more flexible lifestyle, why? If you work with a qualified hairstylist and choose a good cut, you will find that you have a number of style options. Therefore, you can wear the hair short and sassy one day, and then curly and elegant the next.

                Another benefit of short hair styles is that it is exciting, never boring.  Compare to long hair, you are often limited to what you can do. In fact, many people with long hair end up wearing it pulled back in a ponytail anyway, which is boring. While a short haircut, you can change the shape often as hair grows. Additionally, short hair is perfect for all types of hair and if you have thick hair, then layers can be added to create a sleeker look while for thin hair, a Bob or Crop cut can be done, giving the hair a fuller appearance and new look that bring changes to you .

Black Hair Styles

          People of color have different challenges than other people when it comes to hair. Since black hair is typically courser and wiry, choosing the right style can sometimes be difficult. The good news is that good, black hair styles are not difficult to achieve, as long as you concern and know how.

If you are interested in a long, black hair style, you need to remember that the way and amount of hair growth will depend on several things. First, the way in which hair grows has a lot to do with genetics. Therefore, while there might be one family that can wear just about any type of black hair style, other families struggle to get their hair below the chin. Another consideration has to do with health. If you are trying to achieve long hair, certain illnesses such as thyroid or lupus, one of a type is discoid lupus that is characterized by a rash that appears on the face, neck, or scalp and this rash is typically red and scaly, and may cause discomfort  and hair loss around irritated areas that affects your long hair.

To grow your hair so you can wear it long, you need to make sure you are eating a well balanced diet, have little to no stress in your life, do not smoke, keep your hair clean and healthy, and overall take care of yourself. Additionally, people of color often wear their hair in dreadlocks also called locks, dreads and fondly referred to as “locs.” It is a hairstyle where the hair that one would normally comb or shed locks on itself, creating ropelike strands. This black hair style requires your hair to be washed, deep conditioned, and oiled prior to starting. Locs have been a favorite among black hair styles for years. People such as Bob Marley and Lenny Kravitz have made them stylish, popular, and even sexy. To get started, you need to section your hair in braids the thickness that you want the locs. Just keep in mind that about a month or so after you have created the locs, they will expand so be careful not to start too large.

The next step for this black hair style is the braiding and obviously, your hair will need to be long enough to do this. With the sections you have created, make small, individual braids. If your hair is long, you might need to use some type of sticking gel, such as gel or beeswax, etc.

Some tips of Hair Locs:

• For short hair, you would use a rattail comb to make a comb twist. The comb needs to be placed at the scalp. Then, you will twist the hair downward, using the comb’s teeth. If you want this black hair style to be thin, then use very small parts. Typically, this type of loc will last several weeks.
• Another technique is the finger twisting. To make these locs, your hair would need to be a minimum of half-inch long. Again, section the hair, add a little bit of loc styling product, and use your finger to twirl the hair, creating a coil. If needed, you can use bobby pins to secure the locs to your head. If you want to ensure this black hair style does not become frizzy, place a scarf on your head overnight.
• Palm rolls are yet another technique in which the hair needs to be at least three inches long. With a little styling product applied to your sectioned hair, you will place the strands of hair in between your hands and rub them back and forth. This will form a spiral type loc.
• Finally, the two-strand twist can be done on hair that is a minimum of two inches long. Again, apply a small amount of loc styling product on the sectioned hair and then create a double strand and twist the hair, unlike braiding that would require three strands. The result will appear like a rope. This particular black hair style is a favorite.  

Long Hair Styles

                Are you trying to find a way to achieve a long hair style but your hair is short? If so, hair extensions are tremendous way to go from short to long hair and then back again. People like Paris Hilton or any celebrity prove that hair extensions can considerably change your appearance. She is just one of many people that openly wear hair extensions, having fun with her appearance. If you have short hair that is soft and fun but want a more elegant and modish look from time to time, then consider hair extensions as a solution to long hairstyles.

            With hair extensions, you will notice immediate thickness, making this a great choice for long hair styles. Additionally, hair extensions offer volume for people with fine or floppy hair. Another huge advantage of wearing hair extensions is that if you should experience a bad haircut, you can hide the cut while it grows out. Now remember that this type of long hair style does not have to be waist length. In fact, you can choose all different lengths, based on your personal preference. If you decide to try hair extensions for your own hair, then you would simply care for them like your own hair but with a few differences:

• You want to always use a soft hair brush.
• Brush your hair, starting from the bottom, working your way up slowly and tenderly.
• When sleeping, you want to use some type of soft band or wrap to tie your hair up.
• If you want your hair extensions a different color, you should have a professional do this, as this is not something to do on your own at home.
• Never spray hair extensions with silicone-based products or conditioners, which could cause the braids to slip and the extensions to fall out.
• To avoid problems with tangling, you can simply run your fingers through the extensions

Teen Hair Styles

                When it comes to teen hair styles, in addition to changing the style of your hair, you can improve the way it looks by making subtle changes to the color and maintenance. Whether you want a teen hair style that makes you look a little more grown up or something fun and funky, consider the following recommendations to help you look your best.

Blonde Hair

If you have blonde hair from a bottle, having problems with dry hair and frizz are common. For this reason, it is important that when you blow dry your hair, you always use a moistening conditioner first. This will help reconstruct your hair, keeping the ends from breaking.

           

Brown Hair

For teen hair styles involving brown hair, a great style is the Bob, which has come back into popularity over the past several years. It is a short haircut style in which the hair is generally cut around the head at about jaw-level, often with bangs at the front. The nice thing about wearing a Bob is that you do not necessarily have to have short hair, just the shape changed. The nicest Bob is one where the hair has some layers. By having a variety of layers, you will have the option of wearing your hair straight or making it appear sassy (lively). 

           

Red Hair

If you want some pizzazz (color) in the teen hair styles, go red! No matter what the shade, red hair is beautiful, sexy, and makes a definite statement. For teens tired of looking like everyone else, try red hair. You will find a huge array of colors and shades including copper blonde, strawberry blonde, dark copper, and fire engine red! Then, you can always have plum or golden-blonde highlights added for depth and interest. Just remember that if you go too red, you might want to talk to your parents first.

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Different Types of Makeup and Its Uses

Makeup is symbolical of outward expressions of character; therefore, it is necessary to give a precise portrayal of the intended impersonation by changing the facial lines or nature. The facial lines disclose to the eyes of the keen observer the character inherent in us. This fact in itself explains best what “makeup” really is- its intention and purpose. Here are some different types of makeup and what their uses are:

FACE MAKEUP

              
The three most basic kinds of face makeup are concealer, foundation, and powder. The purpose of concealer is from its root word to conceal blemishes such as pimples or scars. It is the piece of makeup that put it first then next is the foundation, also known as base. A kind of makeup that is applied to the face to smooth out the complexion, cover flaws and blemishes, and create an even skin tone to make the face looks uniform. The last but not the least is the powder, which soften up the foundation you put on and make the face look more natural and simply pretty.

EYE MAKEUP

                

There are also three basic types of eye makeup just there were of face makeup, the following are: eyeliner, eyeshadow, and mascara. Eyeliner is often used in conjunction with eye shadow, to define the eyes. It is great for enhancing the shape of your eyes and it comes in numerous different colors. But black and brown are usually for daily use and is applied usually by an eyeliner pencil around the rim of the eyes. Other colors used typically for a more dramatic effect that wear mostly by an actors, actresses, and models. Eyeshadow is a type of makeup that is applied to the eyelids and under eyebrows to make the eyes more attractive and give more attention to them. It has the most colors available that depends on the color of your eye on applying this. It is also used to complement the eye color and to create depth and dimension, typically made from mica and some type of powder. Mica is an example of sheet silicate minerals that can be employed in a number of different applications. For different color of eyes: brown eyes, blues, grays, and plums are perfectly the best. For green eyes, pinks, mauves, and brownish pinks work best. For blue eyes, browns and taupe will help your blue eyes really pop. And mascara is the third basic component for eye makeup that is applied to the eyelashes to make them appear longer, thicker, darker, and fuller. Typically used in one color (black), other colors are also available but like eyeliner, other colors can be utilized for a dramatic effect that enhances the appearance of the user.

LIP MAKEUP

           The two basic components to makeup for your lips are—lipstick and lipliner. Lipstick is one of the most common types of makeup that add texture and color to your lips. It is commonly worn by women, but not exclusively.  Also, male used lipstick particularly in the theater especially an actors and male models, and is known as “manstick.” It’s up to you which you apply first. It does matter, however, that the two blend well. For instance, red is always a favorite color when you want to draw attention to your lips; light pinks usually go with every skin tone, especially in the summer and; browns and neutrals also work well depending upon the user. But if you are not contented, try a few different colors on your lips to which you like better.

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POSING GUIDE

FACIAL EXPRESSION:

        Learning proper posing positions is very important to a successful modeling career. Without knowing what the right position that you want to show can affect the message that you want to convey. One of this is facial expression, making your expression look natural you will need to commit to practice every day so that you can show your emotions and let your innermost thoughts and personality shine through in your face. It is necessary also that it can be seen in your eyes not just in your face. Facial expression is an integral part of the pose which contains a good amount of information that each model has. A simple technique of closing their eyes, thinking of something that evokes the desired emotion, and then opening their eyes to communicate the emotion in the facial expression is often used by models mostly.  Like for instance, you are required to look “smile with the eyes”, visualizing a moment of bliss or joy can bring out this emotion in the face. Also, it helps the model to relax and embrace the pose readily.

Here are some steps that can help you how to make proper facial expressions. The following are:

•        Stand straight with your chain slightly elevated.
•        Turn your shoulders at an angle, 45 degree.
•        Turn your head slightly toward your front shoulder.        
•       Try to purse your lips and imagine the moment before kissing a large mouth bass.

These steps are just samples how to make the perfect duck face, I’m sure you can do it and it is the most important facial expression in the field of modeling industry. But before anything else, daily practice is very important to be able to perfect the right pose as a beginner and read more about posing guide. There is saying that, “more practice makes perfect”, and it’s not impossible for the one who has an aptitude to be a successful model.

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HOW TO APPLY MAKEUP?

FOUNDATION

                It is the most important makeup product a woman can wear. It can gives beauty outside and new appearance to someone who used it.  The right makeup foundation should perfectly match your complexion to have a flawless skin. Before you apply, make it sure that your hands and face are clean. Then, apply a moisturizing sunscreen (moisturizer or primer) that’s perfect for your skin type. All foundations like liquid, cream, powder and camouflage will go on more smoothly if the skin is well-hydrated. In liquid, it should be blended in a little at a time until the entire face is completed. If you have naturally clear skin, liquid foundations may be your best option. Cream foundations should be applied in long sweeping motions using your cosmetic sponge and is best for drier skin types and for more mature skin. Powder foundation should be applied as you would your normal compact powder. Its usually have very good coverage but work best on lighter skin colors. Last, camouflage foundations have been developed exclusively for women who need to conceal marks, acne, vitiligo, etc. But the one problem with such heavy coverage foundations is that they often do not blend well with most skin colors, in a result that look two-toned and artificial. 

                Proper blending is the key; blend your foundation very well. You must pay attention to the corners of the nose, corners of the mouth, over and under the eyes. Next after putting a moisturizer, set for a few minutes. After this, wipe off any excess moisturizer with a tissue.  Camouflage your dark, under-eye circles with a concealer. Pat, never rub the concealer into skin. Then, using a makeup sponge or the tips of your fingers, apply dots of foundation on your cheeks, chin, forehead and tip of the nose. Makeup artists swear foundation brushes to apply product. They soak up less foundation and blend flawlessly. Again using the sponge, your fingertips or the foundation brush, blend the dots together. Pay special attention to your hairline and jaw line to ensure there’s no obvious line and set the foundation with loose powder immediately after application.

EYELINER

                Eyeliner has different types, a pencil, liquid or brush. It can be befuddling, smudged or removed by oiliness, so it is very important to remove any oiliness with an oil paper powder pact, controls oil effectively or Q-tips before applying eyeliner.  You don’t have to apply eyeliner at once. You can just apply it little by little, between eyelashes.  If you use a pencil, set the line with eyeshadow because penciled lines tend to melt and won’t stay put whole day.  However, in liquid liner or eyeliner brush dipped into a deep shadow to line eyes from the inside of the lashes outward in one big sweep. Also, you can line the eye from the middle of the lash line outwardly, and then finish the line from the inner corner of the eye to the middle. Sometimes other liquid eyeliner trick requires a steady hand and will make eyes appear wider.  Now, you can start with a completely bare eye. On the upper lashes, dot the liquid liner into the spaces between the lashes, twisting the liner into the lashes. The result is not supposed to be a line. It’s supposed to look as if the lashes themselves are super thick at the root. Then after, apply mascara and compare your eye to other naked eye. See the difference!

LIPSTICK

                Lipstick will be last longer if the entire lip filled with lip liner before applying lipstick.  It can be the finishing touch to a perfectly made up face, and if chosen and applied correctly should be wonderfully pleasing. When you are wearing lipstick it is needed to be sure you look your best.  A lipstick is only going to be as good as the area it is being applied to. To make it simple, your lips need to be as soft and smooth as possible. If your lips are rough and dry, try “brushing “using a soft toothbrush. Using a brush to apply lipstick, start it in the middle of the lips and brush. It can go your lipstick on a more consistent and gives you more control. This ensures you can trace the outline of your lips better, and be sure to stay within the lines of your lip liner. Then enter the imagination of the upper lip, aligning edges and lines, well beyond the lower lip. Then you can finish prepping your lips with a light layer of foundation which ensures a good base.

                Another application in lipstick is lip liner; one step that many by pass but if you really want your lipstick to stay put you needs to apply it. Using lip liner can help make your lips look fuller, plumper, so on and so forth. There’s trick to trace your lips just outside your natural lip line with a slightly darker lip liner than your chosen lipstick color. Another is using a sealant, and then you go about wearing lip gloss over your lipstick without worry of losing your lipstick color. Its usage is to protect the color and vibrancy of your lipstick.

                Try it now! Be careful to choose your lipstick and explore your creativity to make new and versatile.

EYESHADOW

Before applying eyeshadow, you must choose first the color/s that complement to your eye color. You can pick a light shade for the lid, medium color for the crease and dark color for the lash line. Then after, chose also the eyeshadow base, it helps your colors last longer and stay in place. Now, to apply eyeshadow start with a clean face. Apply the base to your entire eyelid area up to the brow.  (NOTE: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.)  Then, select three complementing eyeshadow colors: light, medium and dark. The medium color is the base, the lightest color is the highlighter, and the darkest color is the contour. If you have round eyes and sockets, concentrate shadow on the outer edges but not a cat eye.  For those with less of a crease, blend the medium shadow across the eye, creating a deeper crease. Also, keep the medium tone near the lash line for almond-shaped eyes. After applying a thin layer of foundation or eye shadow base, place the medium colored shadow onto the main area of your eyelid that is directly over your eyeball; go slightly into the crease with your brush, blend back and forth. Now apply the lightest color (highlighter), using your brush, place shadow onto the lid, under the crease shadow and all to the lash line. After that, apply the darkest color (contour), to the crease with a flat shadow brush; line your eyes with the darkest shade. Blend well and smudge it into the lashes slightly. You’re finished with a coat of mascara!  That’s simple; you may do that at home or anywhere else with just 5 minutes.

MASCARA

Before you start applying mascara you need to get the best mascara that suits your skin tone and the color of your eyes. Like for instance, you have short eyelashes it needs to go for lengthening mascara or thin eyelashes go for thickening mascara. Now, you must need to apply other makeup including foundation, eyeshadow, eyeliner, etc. This is important as you may need to redo application of mascara if you do not use the eyeliner or makeup correctly. Curl your eyelashes for extra length before you put mascara on is optional. Then, make it sure that you pull all of your hair back so that the hair does not interfere when applying the liquid and will not cause any smudging. You better use a hand mirror for applying mascara, this way you can see your eyelashes properly –from the root to the tips. Just to remind you never look straight into a mirror to apply mascara as you will not be able to see the entire eyelashes.

                Subsequently, shake the mascara bottle properly before you open it and rub the end of it to get the excess off that will help in avoiding clumps on the lashes. Position yourself comfortably in front of a mirror.  With a steady hand, place the mascara wand at the root of your eyelashes. For the right curl, direction of the brush should be upwards or outwards. Afterwards, gently pull the wand up to the end of your lashes, slightly jarring the wand back and forth to separate the lashes and prevent clumps. It is usually recommend applying mascara only to the top lashes. But the best if both of your eyelashes on top and bottom would have mascara to make your eyes look wider. Once you are done applying mascara in your eyelashes, it is time to comb your lashes so that they are all separated. Always comb your lashes before they are dry. Otherwise, the mascara will flake off into your eyes and down your cheek. If just in case it happened, take a small cotton bud dipped in baby oil and place it on the top of the smudge, and gently rotate in place until it comes off. Make it sure your other eye make ups are in place.

When you apply mascara remember that you need to remove mascara before going to sleep. It can cause bacterial infection. To be concluded, mascara looks great on women of all age and color and they are the perfect way to get beautiful eyes. Use the mascara that has a good quality and check before using it. It’s just as simple like that, just follow this and you will train to be expert!

BLUSH ON

What is blush?  Blush (rouge) is a type of makeup often applied to the cheek area of the face with a makeup brush in order to even out skin tone or to add more color. Here are some instructions on how to apply blush on to your face:

         First, choose your blush type that resembles the natural glow of your cheeks after you exercise. Whichever type you choose, its shade should match your natural coloring. Keep your blush in the same color family as your lipstick. Next, consider the type of blush best suited to your skin type. Cream blush works very well for drier skin, as it can help to keep skin hydrated and powder blush is better suited to oily skin. Consider also the type of brush you want to use; never use a small, cheap brush. If you use a cheap brush, you’ll have a cheap looking result that you might even don’t like.  After that, complete the application of foundation, powder and all eye makeup before applying blush. Use a full, round brush for the application of your powder blush, as it will make for a softer and more professional look than the brush that comes  with the blush. It should not be the same brush you use to apply your loose powder.

Then place a small amount of blush on the brush and gently tap off any excess or place a small amount of cream on your middle finger. Look in the mirror and smile which help emphasize your features and clarify what you are doing. Put powder blush on the apple of your cheek and brush up your cheekbone toward your hairline, while dot cream blush beginning at the apple, and gently blend up the cheekbone toward the hairline for most natural look. Always concentrate the color on the apples of your cheeks and blend well and before blending, always dust off the excess to avoid excessively rosy cheeks. If you have a fuller face, focus your blush at the outside of your face near your hairline. For high cheekbones, concentrate blush in the center of your face to put emphasis on your bones. Finally, blend a little blush down your cheek for a little more natural, less dramatic look and gorgeous. So what are you waiting for? For more makeup tips, check out www.modzed.com/blog/. 

MODELING CAREER: Where to Start?

To become a model is tough decision but it doesn’t have to be difficult if it’s your passion. The best place to start is right from your own home as you will know what to do and to be prepared for it.

Taking into consideration, there are simple steps on turning your modeling dreams into goals and going after the career that you desire as a model.

    

The first thing is to start at the end. Why? You need to see the end result of where you want to go in modeling. For instance, you want to be a superstar in a very well-known modeling agency or in a local commercial model. What I mean is you just put a dream in your mind and be realistic in what you are doing.

     Write it down, is the next step where your dreams become goals and your goals become a reality. You have a final vision about your modeling career to come true. Also, you need to consider writing down not just your dreams but the possible obstacles that hinder in your career to be surmounted just to reach your goal. Ask yourself, what type of modeling I am pursuing? What do I need to learn? What could keep me from reaching my goal? These questions will help you to motivate yourself as a model.

     Finding someone to represent you is one thing to be considered. Get all the information you can about which talent agencies you want to join, make it sure you select the best ones to contact and send your best pictures to them. You may want to get a personnel agent known as a “mother agent” in the model business if you don’t know who to contact. Then, arrange with your agent to start your modeling career, but check it out if all your travelling documents are up to date and ready so you can go on your first trip if you are not in a major modeling city.

     Then you can see when you get up everyday look at your goals and start a daily habit of practice, study, making contacts, and interacting with experienced models that you get some important tips to succeed in start modeling. That’s it! Accomplishing goals in life is not always easy but it can be made simpler by following these steps.

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