iCure After-Treatment Shampoo and Conditioner Review
I did my Brazilian Blowout in a salon, I really liked the result and they advised me if I wanted it to last I needed to use after treatment cares. I searched through the internet and saw that iCure is one of the most trusted brands when it comes to keratin treatments.
Price
380(300mL of shampoo or conditioner)
559(set of shampoo and conditioner)
Bought from Lazada
Can be bought from Shoppee and BeautyMNL(more expensive)
Main ingredients
Shampoo
Aqua, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Cocamidopropyl betaine,lauryl glucoside, sodium lauroyl, glutamate, zinc pyrithione, polyquaternium-10,parfum, citric acide, methylchloroisothiazolinone, methylisothiazolinone
Conditioner
Aqua, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, lauryl glucoside, sodium lauroyl, glutamate, zinc pyrithione, polyquaternium-10, parfum, citric acid, phenoxyethanol
Claims
iCure Professional is a US-based brand distributed in the Philippines. It offers products like The iCure Keratin Hair Treatment that can be used for hair reconstruction, volume reduction, and anti-frizz.
Pregnancy safe
Baby-Safe
Paraben-Free
Sulfate-Free
Silicone-Free
Cruelty-Free
iCure Daily Shampoo after-treatment 300ml
is exclusively designed for Keratin treatment and daily use. It is made from natural fruit extracts that maintain the natural pH balance of the hair. It is non-toxic and it is safe to use daily. iCure daily shampoo ensures to keep the result of the treatment long-lasting, leaves hair strong, healthy, silky, and manageable.
iCure Daily Conditioner after-treatment 300ml
is a fruit rich antioxidant to revitalize hair and deliver super conditioning and prismatic shine to the hair after a keratin treatment. Ideal for making hair clean, healthy, and full of body. Ensures to keep long-lasting treatment results!
How to use
Three days after treatment, wash the hair with the iCure Daily Shampoo and Conditioner to extend the effects of the treatment for a longer period. Apply iCure Daily Shampoo and Conditioner to wet hair, lather, and rinse. Repeat as needed.
Time used
2 months
Likes
- Sulfate-free
- Hair was less frizzy
- Nice packaging
Dislikes
- Using the shampoo alone made my hair dry, so conditioner was always necessary
- Despite using both products it did not make hair glorious like what it claims
- Not easily available
- Expensive for a shampoo and conditioner
Rate
2/5
I didn't like this shampoo and conditioner. Though frizziness did disappear, it didn't make my hair looked "bagsak", instead it looked dry. I guess I just stuck through it hoping it would beautify my hair in the long run. I do not recommend this product. I'd rather use an all-natural shampoo and conditioner which is also sulfate-free.
So here are my thoughts about this product. I hope I helped you with my reviews.
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Dickinsons Witch Hazel Pore Perfecting Toner Review
Witch hazel has been a cult favorite. It has been incorporated in different acne-fighting treatments,
may it be a toner, cleanser, or even a moisturizer. I have been eyeing this ever since but I just couldn't
find the small version in Health Options, so when I had the extra money (I was a student back then) I immediately bought this from healthy options.
Price
89(59mL) , 250+ (273mL) , 379 (473mL)
Bought from Healthy Options
Main ingredients
All-natural distilled witch hazel, containing natural grain alcohol 14% and witch hazel extract
If you're wondering, how does this make it a good toner when it contains alcohol?
According to an Amazon Q&A " It does not contain synthetic isopropyl alcohol;
but it does include 14% natural grain alcohol.....which is naturally produced during
the fermentation process of grains. If you have highly sensitive areas on your face,
use it every other day, because if you are sensitive to either ingredient you
will be able to manage the reaction better. "
Claims
- Tones pores
- Removes and balances oil
- Soothes and refreshes
- Helps depuff
How to use
Use daily after cleansing or before applying skin treatments. Moisten a cotton ball or pad and apply to face and neck. For best results, use in the morning and night for naturally soft and beautiful skin.
Time used
6 months(2016)
Likes
- Helped my current breakout
- 100% natural formula, no added fragrances or dyes, perfect for sensitive skin!
- Feels like water, does not sting
- Did not make my skin feel oily
- Does not make your face dry
- Catches all the dirt and grime in your face
Dislikes
- Acne comes back if you stop using it, so it wasn't a cure at all
- Will not control your breakouts all alone
- Funky smell; Smells like a mixture of wood, plant, and alcohol, but tolerable.
- Only available at Health Options
- The smallest size is always out of stock
Rate
3/5
The first time I used it I didn't love it. It felt like water and I wasn't sure if it even contributed to helping my breakouts. But as time passes by I saw that my left cheek was getting clearer day by day, so I guess asides from the other products that I have been using it helped control my breakout. And when I decided to stop this toner, my pores were clogged immediately. So it was a really helpful product, though you still have to incorporate it with other acne-fighting treatments.
Update 2018:
I decided to use this again as I was having uncontrollable breakouts once again.I used this for 2 weeks this time. Unfortunately, it gave me a lot of clogged pores. So I will not be touching this product again. Would I recommend this product? I guess it's for you to try. But if you don't have sensitive skin, then I say go for it!
So here are my thoughts about this product. I hope I helped you with my reviews.
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Human Nature Lip Scrub in Peppermint Review
I have a problem. My lips have been cracking up, and I have tried everything I can to solve this problem. I tried researching and found out that in order to have healthy lips you have to exfoliate at least once a week.
According to nuggbeauty.com
"Exfoliation is an important part of lip care, simply because your lips don’t have sebaceous glands to keep them moisturized. The sebum secreted by sebaceous glands all over your skin and scalp is what keeps them hydrated and nourished; your lips, on the other hand, have no means to keep them moisturized. Plus, since your lips are covered by a very thin layer of skin, it loses moisture fast. Hence, it is wise to keep a lip balm handy at all times."
So this is necessary for the lip balm to moisturize lips effectively. I chose to buy this lip balm because this is one of the affordable and natural scrubs available.
Price
175.00 (12g)
Brought it at Beauty bar in Eastwood Mall
Available at Beauty bar, BeautyMNL, human nature is also carried out at selected Robinsons supermarket
Main ingredients
Sacharrum officinarum (sugarcane) extract, Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil, Cera alba (beeswax), caprylic/capric triglyceride (vegetable-derived), Mentha piperita (peppermint) leaf essential oil, Mentha arvensis (corn mint) leaf essential oil, aqua (water), gluconic acid (plant-derived), sodium benzoate (plant-derived), tocopherol (Vitamin E)
Claims
A natural exfoliant that smoothens and softens lips. Sloughs off dead skin cells with fair trade sugar crystals from Negros; imparts and locks in moisture with sunflower oil, jojoba oil, and beeswax; gives a cooling, tingling sensation after use
How to use
Exfoliate your lips only 1-2x a week. My own preference is to put on the product while my lips are dry. The product runs down when I put it on wet lips, and it turns into waste.
Time used
3 months (weekly)
Likes
- Not cheap but affordable
- Minty, a cooling sensation is felt after application
- Lips feel soft after use
- Convenient packaging, small and does not leak
- 99.85 % natural
- Perfect consistency
- Will last you for months
Dislikes
- I have searched through BeautyMNL and there are indeed a lot of cheaper lip scrubs than this
- Not readily available
Rate
4.5/5
I know some may think that this is a waste of money since there are a lot of DIY lip scrubs you can do. I actually tried making my own with honey, sugar, and water, but what I couldn't get right was the consistency and I couldn't get the feeling of rubbing the chapped or dead skin cells since it was so runny.I think human nature lip scrub was perfect it has great packaging, great consistency, very solid, and I love the minty feeling afterward.
So here are my thoughts about this product. I hope I helped you with my reviews.
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MIMI White AHA Serum Review
So whitening boosters seem to rave these days. Now, who wouldn't want a whiter complexion
in a span of 7 days! Also, considering that these whitening boosters are so cheap. If you didn't know AHA (Glycolic, Mandelic, and Lactic) cost 1500.00 and up when applied by a dermatologist.
When I heard about these whitening boosters I was so curious and I wanted to try it right away. It is pretty convenient since I don't have to use another lotion or whitening cream, I just have to add
it to the recent products that are already working on me!
Price
160.00 (30ml)
Bought this at Treats and Pieces, Eastwood
You can buy this online, Shoppee to be specific.
BEWARE OF FAKE PRODUCTS.
Main ingredients
Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) serum combining Glycolic and Lactic Acid
Time used
3 weeks
Claims
(According to a Shoppee store)
The main function is to exfoliate skin or remove dead skin cells.
Helps to make skin smooth and soft, helps lighten complexion.
Moisturizing properties repairs sun damage (Suitable for dry skin.).
It is a water-soluble acid, that gives more moisturizing effects.
AHA Serum can be mixed with any lotion or body cream.
It helps the lotion/cream to be absorbed easily by the skin.
AHA Serum only is used on the body, not suitable for the face.
AHA serum should only be used at night.
How to use
(According to a Shoppee store)
Mix 2 - 3 drops of Mimi White AHA Body Serum with any lotion.
It can also be used or applied directly to your skin. See the results after 2 weeks.
Likes
- Easy to buy as it is available in most boutiques
Dislikes
- No whitening effect after 3 weeks
- The packaging was prone to spilling, it's hard to control the amount you want to get
- Since it's in Thai you don't know the ingredients of the formula. I just relied on the Shoppee description regarding the ingredients, I'm not even sure if that is true as there is many types of AHA.
Rate
1/5
I honestly don't recommend this product. I am even disappointed in myself for joining the hype and trying things that might burn my skin, moreover didn't know what it really contains.
After 3 weeks there were no obvious results. Luckily, the area where I applied it didn't darken, but it also didn't lighten. I felt like I wasted three weeks.
But at least I tried. Now I know that this whitening booster wasn't effective for me.
So here are my thoughts about this product. I hope I helped you with my reviews.
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Cleopatra European Moor Mud Review
Cleopatra has so many good reviews about this product. You can see a lot of before and after pictures on their Instagram, showing much improvement after only a few uses. This can also be considered as one of their prime product. A good friend recommended this to me claiming that this solved her problems regarding acne marks. It is also 100% vegan and has no preservatives. So I had to try this.
Price
400.00 (35g)
Will freshly be prepared in front of you
Can be brought from their online store in Instagram
Can frequently be seen in bazaars (Cubao, Market Market, Shangrila, Eastwood, etc)
Smell
Minty
Main ingredients
1300 natural organic plant enzymes, biominerals, trace elements, amino acids, plant hormones, fatty acids, and vitamins
Time used
5 uses (weeks apart)
Claims
- Promotes muscular relaxation
- Powerful ability to naturally preserve skin's youth
- Antibacterial and healing abilities that can help soothe breakouts
- Possesses natural astringent to eliminate bacteria and fight infection
Likes
- I love the minty smell
- Face feels cool
- Does lighten acne marks after a few uses
- Brightens skin
Dislikes
- Broke me out on my forehead
- Expensive
- The sticker at the packaging is not waterproof so it's not practical to put it in the bathroom
- Messy application, you'll need a brush to apply it evenly
Rate
3.5/5
I recommend this if you're not acne-prone or you've had good encounters with mud masks. It's a real good product, unfortunately, it broke me out so much on my forehead. Though my cheeks remained clear after using this. I did see my acne marks lighten after a few uses.
So here are my thoughts about this product. I hope I helped you with my reviews. Leave comments below on any random stuff and what you want me to review. Thanks!
Calmoseptine Review
Earlier this year I was suffering from Bed Bug bites, and I tell you it was such a pain in the ass. It was itchy, it was painful, it left marks and it lasted for a long time. I couldn't solve my pest problem right away, and I was accumulating spots from the bites every day. So as a temporary remedy I asked my Pharmacist best friend what I could use to relieve the itch and pain. She recommended this, Calmoseptine. And my life changed forever.
Price
Around 40 pesos
Can be bought from drugstores
Smell
Fragrance free
Main ingredients
Zinc oxide and Calamine
Zinc Oxide - topical skin product that is used as a protective coating for mild skin irritations and abrasions. It can promote the healing of chapped skin and diaper rash. Zinc oxide works as a mild astringent and has some antiseptic properties.
Calamine - is a medication used to treat mild itchiness. This includes from sunburn, insect bites, poison oak, or other mild skin conditions. It may also help dry out skin irritation.
Time used
6 months
Claims
An ointment that helps heal and prevent skin irritations and promotes healing for a variety of symptoms.
Likes
- Effective
- Treats acne
- Treats hives
- Treats irritations
- Cheap
- Widely available
- No smell
Dislikes
- Hard to wash off
- Does not prevent acne
Rate
4.5/5
I didn't only use this on bites, I also used this on my frequent hives and acne problems. It is very effective. It flattens my hives after hours of only using it. It dries acne after 2-3 days. Effective on cystic acne also. I bring this every day so I had to transfer it in a small container. I had my fair share of finding my things coated in Calmoseptine because of an accidentally squeezed sachet.
So here are my thoughts about this product. I hope I helped you with my reviews. Leave comments below on any random stuff and what you want me to review. Thanks!
Ishigaki Glutathione Review
After starting my first glutathione supplement I got hooked with the idea of me achieving whiter skin. So I searched the internet and found Ishigaki! Know for being effective and cheap who wouldn't want to try this supplement.
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| Photo taken from Google, credits to the owner |
Price
1000 (850mg,30 capsules)
Bought from Lazada
Smell
Strong rotten egg smell
Main ingredients
L-Glutamic Acid 200mg
Glycine 200mg
L-Cysteine (as HCI) 200mg
N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine 100mg
L-Proline 50mg
L-Methionine 50mg
L-Threonine 50mg
Time used
1 week
Claims
This amino acid blend formula is simply a mixture of the 7 free form amino acids. The purpose of this blend is to make all seven amino acids readily available so the body can make Glutathione as needed. An adequate supply of Vitamin C and B6 should always accompany any glutathione supplementation.
Beautiful skin, firm nails, and shiny hair are certainly symbols for health and natural beauty to delay the aging process, a supply of certain amino acids/nutrients is important. The right amino acid blend acts like repair treatment from within. The importance of amino acid supplies nutrients to nourish the skin, hair, and nails from within the body thus keep the skin luminous white, smooth and elastic, with strong shiny hair and firm nails.
Likes
- Even in a short span of time since I was taking it twice a day with vitamin C, it did lighten my skin
- No headache
- High dosage
Dislikes
- Gave me bumps instantly
- The smell was so unpleasant, at times when you burp you can smell rotten egg in your breath
Rate
3/5
I've read from numerous articles and talked to my pharmacist friend that glutathione isn't supposed to cause acne. That's why I didn't try waiting for months to see if it will gradually decrease the acne I'm getting while taking this. But overall, if you're not acne-prone, this is one of the supplements I do recommend for those who want lighter complexion in a short amount of time.
So here are my thoughts about this product. I hope I helped you with my reviews. Leave comments below on any random stuff and what you want me to review. Thanks!
Webber's Natural Glutathione Review
A few weeks ago we went to S&R and saw
this Glutathione supplement. A family member has already been bugging me to take glutathione for skin problems. Since my mom was also interested in trying the supplement, we bought it. Even if I was already satisfied with my whitening soap, I figured it wouldn't hurt to take it since it can help speed up the process of whitening and it is also a maser anti-oxidant that can help detoxify the body. Take note this was also the first glutathione supplement I have taken.
Price
1700 php (120 capsules)
Bought at S&R
Smell
Strong rotten egg smell
Main ingredients
Glutathione(250mg), gelatin capsule(gelatin, purified water, microcrystalline cellulose(diluent), dibasic calcium phosphate(diluent), silica(anti caking agent), magnesium streate(lubricant).
Time used
2 weeks
Likes
- It works, my face became lighter in 2 weeks
- I was glowing
- Cheap compared to other glutathione
Dislikes
- Gave me a headache that won't stop
- Gave me small bumps
- Low glutathione dosage
Rate
2.5/5
By the way, I didn't take this with vitamin C, so I can claim that the product was effective even without taking other supplements. The bumps I got weren't that big, but I figured it wasn't worth it. Headaches completely stopped once I stopped using this. I wanted to like this product as I'm a fan of all-natural, sadly it didn't work out for me.
So here are my thoughts about this product. I hope I helped you with my reviews. Leave comments below on any random stuff and what you want me to review. Thanks!
39th MIBF Book Haul
Went here on September 14, 2018. Hoping to score those 75 peso deals in National bookstore!
The ticket cost me 35.00, I was an adult. There were discounts for students and teachers were free to enter.
The National bookstore booth at the ground floor housed books which you can score at 20% less.
Books were categorized according to publishers.
Here's one from Hachette book group.
They had a lot of cashiers at the end of the room. They really anticipated people coming, as a result payment was fast, and people rarely wait in line.
Here are the books I scored for 125.00, located at the second floor booth of NBS.
Got these at less than 20%.
The timekeeper - 276.00
For one more day - 252.00
The Winner Stands Alone - 196.00
Eleven Minutes - 196.00
China Rich Girlfriend -252.00
Rich People Problems - 280.00
Mythology -228.00
Magazines -20.00 each
Overall it was a great experience. I spent less than 2000.00 and I'm surely coming back for the 40th. A tip, come very early. Usually, books are all rambled up and they take too long to restock when you come in the afternoon or at the end of the day. Nevertheless, it was all worth it!
Taytay Haul Sept 2018
So last Thursday we went to the Taytay tiangge night market! We were told that Monday and Thursday nights were the "bagsakan" days, so we went at 10pm on those days.
Only a few stores like My Seoul, Jazphine, and Bagpi were open that night. I wouldn't recommend going to the night market if you want to get the best out of your money. Mornings are still preferred.
Moving on, we were so unlucky that night. It rained so hard and the power went out. A lot of the stalls closed their store earlier than expected 'cause they weren't sure when the power would come back. So we middle-class workers who only get to go there in our free time had to continue shopping with our phone lights on. The power did come back after an hour, but the stalls were limited by then since a lot of them closed early.
A few tips for those who would go to Taytay tiangge:
1. Magpabarya. Most of them won't accept your thousand peso bill. They'd be annoyed if they do.
2. Bring an eco bag, a must!
3. Go in comfy clothes. It's really hot in there, even at night.
4. If you're on a tight budget, bring the exact amount. If not, bring extra! Most of the clothes there are so cheap that it'd be hard to track your money.
5. Come with friends. One word, wholesale, wholesale, wholesale!
6. Haggle like your life depends on it! Most of them just want to go home and make the best out of the night, so sometimes they'll give it to you at a lower price just so they can make their sale.
So those were my tips and now let's proceed to what I bought and what you could buy at Taytay tiangge.
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| 150.00 from the stalls outside |
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| 90.00 from Bagpi |
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| 65.00 each from Bagpi |
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| 65.00 from Bagpi |
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| 90.00 from Bagpi |
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| 150.00 from Bagpi |
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| 100.00 from My Seoul |
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| 40.00 each from the stalls outside |
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| 100.00 terno from Bagpi |
All in all, I spent 995.00 for everything. Wow, under a thousand! Obviously, I got most of what I bought from Bagpi. Most of the sellers there stayed even if the power went out. Mga di nangiwan nga naman 😂. This is the second time that I went to the night market, and I personally feel that the clothes that I bought were on the expensive side. Maybe it's because I didn't get to explore much, I was only in one area I used to score a lot of clothes ranging from 50-90 pesos. Anyway, you can still see how cheap it is to buy from the market. You can buy clothes there for any occasion. Whether you're going to the church, an outing, or normal office clothes.
I hope you visit the tiangge soon. Leave comments below on any random stuff and what you want me to review. Thanks!
Orange Peel & L-Glutathione Soap Review
I discovered this soap back in college when I was trying to find a soap that would help lighten those acne marks. I searched for reviews and found a girl that used this and whoa did it transformed her skin! Ever since 2017 I have been using this soap. It helped me pass the morena phase and it took me more than a few shades lighter.
Price
145.00
I bought this at Watsons
Claims
Time used
1 year
Likes
- Smells orangey
- Got rid of my bacne
- Effective whitening soap, really lightened my skin
- Lightened acne marks
- Lasts up to a month when it's divided into 4
Dislikes
- The packaging isn't appealing
- Pricey
- Drying
- Melts easily
- Broke me out on my face
- It stings sensitive parts of my body, like my underarm
Rate
4/5 (body)
3/5 (face)
Even though it didn't work out on my face, I really Iiked this soap. It has been a staple for me as a body soap. It abled me to achieve my fair and close to white skin. And the most important thing is it stopped my bacne.
So here are my thoughts about this product. I hope I helped you with my reviews. Leave comments below on any random stuff and what you want me to review. Thanks!
ALODERMA Acne Removing Deep Cleanser review
I stumbled upon this product in BeautyMNL, I just love love love browsing products and seeking the new in the beauty world. I was looking for a aloe vera based cleanser. I was sick of the soap I was using and I wanted a gentle one this time, so I bought this.
Price
Bought in BeautyMNL
Aloderma has a physical store in Glorietta
Main ingredients
Formulated with Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf juice, tea tree extract, and rosemary essence
Time used
1 year (Currently using as of Aug 2018)
Claims
Thoroughly purifies skin of dirt and oil; regulates sebum production and secretion; naturally moisturizes and nourishes skin to leave looking it clear and smooth; maintains pH balance for a healthy complexion
This is what the product look like. I transfered it to a small bottle so I could take it anywhere.
Target
Combination to oily skin types, and any complexion suffering from whiteheads,
blackheads, and pimples
Likes
- Smells natural, like aloe vera
- Worked instantly, saw results as early as 3 days
- Brightens skin
- Lasts up to 3 months
- Leaves your face smooth
- Low ph cleanser
- Does not irritate skin
- Did not cause acne
- Makes me feel fresh, no oily feeling throughout the day
Dislikes
- It leaks, at times when you open the lid you'll find the product has spilled
- Pricey if you compare it to other cleansers
- For stubborn acne I don't think this alone could combat it, you should still pair it with acne fighting treatments
Rate
4.5/5
I really love this product. I've been coming back to this everytime a new cleanser does not work out for me. What I really like is it makes me feel fresh, for me that's very rare considering I have an oily type skin. I recommend this product, I hope you try it too.
So here are my thoughts about this product. I hope I helped you with my reviews. Leave comments below on any random stuff and what you want me to review. Thanks!
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Flawless SAS soap review
I have been a flawless girl since I was in my 2nd-year college. It helped me control my acne, get rid of acne marks, as well as get professional advice. This soap is their top recommendation when it comes to acne-prone skin.
Price
140.00
Main ingredients
SAS - Salicylic Acid and Sulfur
Time used
2 years
Likes
- Nice packaging, I liked how chic the color is
- It's really cheap
- Helped fight acne
- Prevented that nasty cystic acne
Dislikes
- Has a chemical smell
- Makes your face dry after washing
- Leaves acne marks
- Not enough to prevent a pizza face, you still need to use other medications
- I felt extra oily throughout the day
Rate
3/5
It was a big part of the flawless acne set, and it did help my acne. But I was still looking for a soap that would not make me feel oily all day and is enough to prevent breakouts from all those lazy tired days. You may be wondering why I lasted years on this, well since flawless was doing my monthly facials it was ideal for me to use their products.
So here are my thoughts about this product. I hope I helped you with my reviews. Leave comments below if you have questions and what you want me to review next. Thanks!
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