2017 Delightfully Delicious Deep Conditioning Challenge

Jade Feria

Well-Known Member
WELCOME TO THE 2017 DELIGHTFULLY DELICIOUS DEEP CONDITIONING CHALLENGE!!
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This challenge was started (originally by @Aggie, renewed with her permission) because we sometimes get a little lazy and don't want to do all that's necessary for our hair to grow faster, retain more length, and become healthier, stronger, and more manageable, so the challenge helps us to encourage each other to remain consistent and persistent.

This challenge is for everyone - natural, texlaxed, texturized, relaxed, and transitioning - and will last from January 1st 2017 to December 31st, 2017.



Here is what you will need for this challenge:

1. Simplicity is still key in this challenge.

2. Deep conditioning is required a minimum of once per week, be it on wet or dry hair. If you are wearing braids or weaves, once every 10-14 days would suffice.

3. Shampooing more than once a week is not required.

4. You may deep condition with heat (steam/conditioning heat caps, bonnet dryers, or hot towels and plastic cap - Samanthajones Technique) for at least 30 minutes to an hour using the deep conditioner of your choice.

5. And/or you may deep condition without heat wearing a plastic cap from a couple of hours to overnight if you dare - and wash out the following morning.

6. Please check in at least once a week to update the team on how it's going for you. Also, it would be helpful if we know what you are using as your deep conditioners of choice. This helps to inform the newbies in that we'll know if they are using the correct conditioners for their hair in an effort to avoid protein/moisture overload.

7. Let us know what kind of results you are getting from a conditioner as well, whether you liked it or not and why.

8. Please post your starting progress pic at the beginning of the challenge, and the last one will be required by December 27th-31st, 2017 when the challenge will end.

LADIES, I NEED A LIST OF THE GREAT CONDITIONERS YOU ARE USING SO I CAN LIST THEM HERE. SOME EXAMPLES OF DEEP CONDITIONERS THAT CAN BE USED ARE:

22nd Century Deep Conditioner
Affirm 5 in 1 Reconstructor (mild protein)
Alikay Naturals Honey and Sage Deep Conditioner
Alter Ego Energizing and Rebalancing Cream
Alter Ego Garlic Treatment Oil Conditioner (great for shedding)
Alter Ego Nourishing Rebalancing Conditioner
Annabelle's Moisturizing Conditioner
Annabelle's Perfect Blends Ayurvedic Mud Mask
Annabelle's Perfect Blends Blueberry Cheesecake Moisturizing Deep Conditioner
Annabelle's Perfect Blends Buriti Moringa Hair Mask
Annabelle's Perfect Blends Green Tea Milk & Honey Moisturizing Mask
Annabelle's Perfect Blends Hibiscus & Pomegranate Moisturizing Deep Conditioner
Annabelle's Perfect Blends Marula & Honey Moisturizing Conditioner
Annabelle's Perfect Blends Not Easily Broken Herbal Conditioner - strengthening/moisturizing
Annabelle's Perfect Blends Pumpkin Seed Moisturizing Mask (moisturizing, protein-free)
Annabelle's Perfect Blends Red Raspberry & Mint Hair Mask
Annabelle's Perfect Blends Ultra Conditioning Souffle (moisturizing, protein-free)
Aphogee Curlific Texture Treatment (protein)
Aphogee Keratin 2 Minute Reconstructor (mild protein)
As I Am Hydration Elation Intensive Conditioner (moisturizing, protein-free)
Aubrey Organic Honeysuckle Rose Conditioner
Aubrey Organics GPB Balancing Conditioner (mild protein)
Aubrey Organics Green Algae Hair Rescue Conditioning Mask (protein)
Aubrey Organis Isand naturals Conditioner
Aveda Damage Remedy Intensive Restructuring Treatment
Bask & Bloom Brahmi Root Hair Masque
Bekura Cocao Bark
Bekura Vanilla Whiskey
Bekura YAM Nectar
Bel Nouvo Creamy Castor Deep Conditioner
Biolage FortetherapieCera-Repair Treatment (both at-home and professional)
Biolage Hydratherapie Cera-Repair treatment (both at-home and professional)
Biolage Hydrating and Ultra Hydrating Conditioning Balm
Camille Rose Naturals Algae Renew Deep Conditioner
Camille Rose Naturals Coconut Water Penetrating Hair Treatment (moisturizing, protein-free)
Carols Daughter Black Vanilla Smoothie
Creme Of Nature Conditioning Reconstructor (mild protein)
Creme Of Nature Nourishing Conditioner
Curl Junkie Curl Rehab (moisturizing, protein-free)
Curls Dynasty Pumpkin Mint Deep Treatment Masque
Curl Origin Coconut Kukui Double Moisture Overnight Mask
Darcy's Botanicals Moisturizing Deep Conditioner
Darcy's Botanicals Pumpkin Deep Conditioner
Dudley's DRC 28 Protein Treatment
Eden Bodyworks Jojoba Monoi All Natural Deep Conditioner (moisturizing, protein-free)
Elucence Extended Moisture Repair Treatment (mild protein)
Elucence Moisture Balancing Conditioner
Federic Fekai Hair Mask with Shea Butter
Garnier Avocado Mask
Garnier Damage Erasing Butter
Garnier Whole Blends Honey Treasure mask
GVP Conditioning Balm (from Sally's)
Hairveda Acaiberry Phytokeratin Restorative Conditioner
Hairveda Sitrinillah Deep Conditioning Mask (moisturizing, protein-free)
ICON Inner Home Moisture Mask
J/A/S/O/N/ Sea Kelp Conditioner
Jakeala Ginger Mustard Seed (Dope) Deep Conditioner
Jakeala Hibiscus Flaxseed Marshmallow Conditioner
Jakeala Honey Rhassoul Hair Mask
Jakeala Matcha Green Tea Avocado Hair Mask
Jason Natural Thin to Thick hair & Scalp Therapy Extra Volume Conditioner
Joico K Pak Deep Penetrating Reconstructor (protein)
Joico K Pak Intensive Hydrator Conditioner
Joico Moisture Recovery Treatment Balm
Kenra Moisturizing Conditioner
Kenra Platinum Shea Butter Reconstructor (protein)
Kera Minerals Smoothing Deep Conditioner
Keracare Humecto (in the tub)
Kerastase Chroma Riche Masque
Kerastase Cristalliste Masque
Kerastase Densifique Masque Densite
Kerastase Discipline Maskeratine
Kerastase Nutritive Masquintense
Kerastase Nutritive Oleo Relax Masque
Kerastase Resistance Therapiste Masque
Kindred Butters Avocado Moss Deep Conditioner
Kindred Butters Joe Joe Conditioner (moisturizing, protein-free)
Kindred Butters Mango and Pumpkin Seed Deep Conditioner (moisturizing, protein-free)
Kinky-Curly Stellar Strands Deep Conditioner
KJ Naturals Neapolitan Hair Growth Conditioner
KJ Naturals Rosemary Coconut Conditioner
Komaza Care Protein Hair Strengthener
LeKair Cholesterol (mild protein)
L'oreal Nature's Therapy Mega Moisture Conditioner
L'oreal Total Repair 5 Damage Erasing Balm
L'oreal Total Repair Extreme Emergency Recovery Mask
Lustrasilk Shea Butter Cholesterol Plus Mango
Macadamia Natural Oil Deep Repair Masque
Mielle Organics Babassu Oil and Mint Deep Conditioner
Miss Key 10 in 1 Conditioner
Mixed Chicks Detangling Deep Conditioner (moisturizing, protein-free)
Mizani Fulfyl Conditioning Treatment (mild protein)
Mizani Microfusion Conditioner
Mizani Moisturefuse
Mizani Thermasmooth
MOP C-System Conditioner
Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask
Moroccanoil Restorative Hair Mask
My Honey Child Honey Hair Mask
My Honey Child Olive You Deep Conditioner
Nature's Gate Biotin Strengthening Conditioner
NaturelleGrow Bamboo & Silk - strengthening
NaturelleGrow Grow Thick - moisturizing/strengthening
NaturelleGrow Herbal Blends DC - moisturizing/strengthening
NaturelleGrow Intense Deep Conditioner
NaturelleGrow Mango & Coconut DC - moisturizing
NaturelleGrow Marshmallow Root, Slippery Elm Bark, & Cinnamon Deep Conditioner (moisturizing, protein-free)
NaturelleGrow Natural Aloe & Avocado - strengthening
NaturelleGrow Sweet Greens Deep Conditioner - moisturizing/strengthening
NaturelleGrow Vanilla Fig - moisturizing
Nexxus Emergencee (mild to moderate protein)
Nexxus Humectress Ultimate Moisturizing Conditioner
Nioxin Intensive Therapy Weightless Reconstructive Masque (mild to moderate protein)
Nioxin Scalp Therapy #3 for fine chemically enhanced hair (mild to moderate protein)
NuNaat Keratin Conditioner (protein)
Nutrogena Triple Moisture Treatment
Obia Naturals Babassu Deep Conditioner (moisturizing, protein-free)
Ojon Ultra Hydrating Conditioner
Organic Root Stimulator Hair
Mayonnaise
Organics Hair Mayonnaise Treatment for Damaged Hair (mild protein)
ORS Replenishing Pak (mild protein/moisturizing)
Pantene Relaxed & Natural Breakage Defense Hair Conditioning Mask
Pantene Restoratives Time Renewal Replenishing Mask
Phytojojoba Mask
Queen Helene Cholesterol
Redken All Soft Heavy Cream
Rene Furtere Karite Intense Nourishing Mask (mild protein)
Salerm 21 Wheat Germ Mask
Shapely's Mane N Tail
Shea Moisture JBCO Strengthen, Grow & Restore Treatment Masque
Shea Moisture Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Intensive Hydration Masque
Shea Moisture Superfruit Complex 10-in-1 Renewal System Masque
Shea Moisture Yucca & Baobab Anti-Breakage Strengthening Masque
Shecentit Riche Moisture Masque
Shescentit Curl Moist Conditioner (moisturizing, protein-free)
Shescentit Okra Reconstructor (mild protein)
Silicon Mix Conditioner
Silk Dreams Avocado Pudding Silky Conditioning Cream
Silk Dreams Chocolate Bliss Conditioner
Silk Dreams Razzberry Coconut Affair
Silk Dreams Vanilla Silk Moisture Dream
Silk Elements Megasilk Moisturizing Treatment

Soultanicals Afrotastic Curl Elastic
TGIN Honey Miracle Hair Mask

The Mane Choice Green Tea and Carrot Deep Conditioner
Tresemme Natural Conditioner
True by Made Beautiful Intense Treatment Masque
Ultra Black Hair Deep Conditioner (by Cathy Howse)
Ultra Sheen Duo Tex Protein Conditioner



Those who want to join, please like this post, post in this thread, or PM me and I will add you to the challenge.

Remember to always have fun!!! :bouncy::dance7::circle:Let’s GROW!!!!!!
 
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Jade Feria

Well-Known Member
Here are some of the conditioners I will be using:

Mielle Organics Babassu Oil and Mint DC
Jakeala Ginger Mustard Seed, Avocado Oil & Palm Oil DC

Jakeala Nappy Butter Cream
NaturelleGrow Slippery Elm & Marshmallow Root DC
NaturelleGrow Sweet Greens DC
NaturelleGrow Intense DC
NaturelleGrow Grow Thick Conditioning Mask
APB Ultra Conditioning Souffle
Shescentit Curl Moist Conditioner
Shescentit Riche Moisture Masque
Shescentit Okra Reconstructor
The Mane Choice Green Tea & Carrot DC - finishing, probably won't buy again
Hairveda Sitrinillah Deep Conditioner
Hairveda Acaiberry Phytokeratin Conditioner
Obia Naturals Babassu DC
Curl Origin Coconut Kukui Overnight Mask
Joico KPak
Joico Moisture Recovery Balm
Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask
Moroccanoil Restorative Mask

My hair is currently between BSL and MBL, though I experienced a lot of postpartum shedding. I'm aiming to DC 2x per week, but will definitely do it once per week. I love DC'ing, and I'll be looking to you ladies for more product recommendations!


Here's my starting pic:

 
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Aggie

Well-Known Member
Thanks for the tag @Jade Feria. You know I'm a deep conditioning junkie and I'm so happy to be a part of this challenge.

I will be using quite a number of DCs but among them are:


22nd Century Deep Conditioner - 1 moisturizing and 1 strengthening
Darcy's Botanicals Pumpkin Seed Deep Conditioner
Darcy's Botanicals Moisturizing Deep Conditioner - Used up and not a repurchase item I'm reducing my stash.
Bask & Bloom Brahmi Root Hair Masque - used one - gave away the other.
KJ Naturals Neapolitan Hair Growth Conditioner
KJ Naturals Rosemary Coconut Conditioner
Bel Nouvo Creamy Castor Deep Conditioner - Used up - not a repurchase item.
Bekura YAM Nectar
Bekura Vanilla Whiskey
Bekura Cocao Bark
Dudley's DRC 28 Protein Treatment
Mielle Organics Babassu and Mint Bliss Deep Conditioner



Deep Conditioners by Naturelle Grow:
Herbal Blends DC - moisturizing/strengthening
Sweet Greens DC - moisturizing/strengthening
Mango & Coconut DC - moisturizing
Marshmallow Root & Slippery Elm DC - moisturizing
Jamaica Me Crazy - discontinued I think but I still have one in my stash
Grow Thick - moisturizing/strengthening
Vanilla Fig - moisturizing
Natural Aloe & Avocado - strengthening
Intense Deep Conditioner - strengthening
Bamboo & Silk - strengthening


I have a plethora of deep conditioners by Annabelle's Perfect Blends:

Ultra Conditioning Souffle
Pumpkin Seed Moisturizing Mask
Marula & Honey Moisturizing Conditioner
Green Tea Milk & Honey Moisturizing Mask
Blueberry Cheesecake Moisturizing Deep Conditioner
Hibiscus & Pomegranate Moisturizing Deep Conditioner
Buriti Moringa Hair Mask
Annabelle's Moisturizing Conditioner
Bamboo Algae Strengthening Mask

Not Easily Broken Herbal Conditioner - strengthening/moisturizing - finished but I am replenishing it.
Ayurvedic Mud Mask
Red Raspberry & Mint Hair Mask


Conditioners by JAKEALA:

Jakeala Ginger Mustard Seed (Dope) Deep Conditioner
Jakeala Hibiscus Flaxseed Marshmallow Conditioner
Jakeala Honey Rhassoul Hair Mask
Jakeala Matcha Green Tea Avocado Hair Mask

I have other brands like Kerastase, Keracare, Redken, Curl Junkie, Macadamia Natural Oil, She Scent It, Framesi, Brocato, Tigi Bed Head, Soultanicals, Dominican Magic, J.Monique's Naturals, and Inahsi Naturals all up in my stash but I really don't feel like looking for their names right now.

I am seriously considering adding some of Komaza Care Protein Treatment to my stash at some point. Curls Dynasty Pumpkin Mint Deep Conditioner is looking promising as well.

My pic will be coming later, most likely in January. I'm mildly texlaxed with 42/b type hair between APL and BSB.
 
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ladybee1922

Well-Known Member
Hello Everyone....I would like to join you
I will be using:
Rhassoul Clay w/aloe
JBCO Strengthen, Grow & Restore Treatment Masque - Shea Moisture
Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Intensive Hydration Masque - Shea Moisture
Superfruit Complex 10-in-1 Renewal System Masque - Shea Moisture
Real Protein Treatment - Green Beauty Channel (add to DC sometimes)
Henna (for strength) followed by Indigo (for color)
I'm stuck at MBL, it's past time that I actively and consistently care for my hair
 

Curls&Justice417

Well-Known Member
I'm in, I'm in!!

I will be DCing once a week. I want to get a conditioning cap and that's what I'll use. I'll DC with that for 20-30 minutes minimum.

List of conditioners I will be using:
*Shea Moisture Manuka Honey masque
*Kera Minerals Smoothing Deep Conditioner (only prior to flat ironing)
*Aussie 3 Minute Miracle "Smooth" version (only prior to flat ironing)
*various treatments by silk dreams, naturellegrow, apb, sheamoisture, etc etc. A minimum of 48 deep conditionings a year I'll have plenty of time to try some new stuff.

I'm in between NL and SL depending on the layer (I have a layered cut) natural
 

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NCHairDiva

WAIST LENGTH 2019
Im in...
I will post a starting pic the 2nd week in January when I take down my faux locs and redo them.
I will deep condition with steam every 14days.
I do not know what conditioners I will be using. (Im a couponer and have tons) But right now my favorites are Tea Tree Tingle from Trader Joes and Mixed Chics is also favorite... Bed Heads Moisture Manic is discontinued but I bought 4 huge bottles before they went completely out and they are THE BEST EVERRRR!!!
 
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miss stress

Well-Known Member
I'm in! I have a problem though, I'm officially one year into my transition (yay me) and I have what appears to be 4 inches of natural and 10 inches of relaxed hair. When I deep condition with my staples, my relaxed hair comes out silky and smooth but my natural hair just feels ok. Anybody else going through this? What did you do? Sounds like I need to start auditioning new deep conditioners.
 

Jade Feria

Well-Known Member
@wheezy807 @Aggie @ladybee1922 @AriellePatrice @NCHairDiva @miss stress @beingofserenity , WELCOME to the Challenge!! I can't wait to see everyone's progress!


:wave: @wheezy807, Girl long time no see. How are you doing?

Thanks for the tag @Jade Feria. You know I'm a deep conditioning junkie and I'm so happy to be a part of this challenge.

I will be using quite a number of DCs but among them are:

Darcy's Botanicals Pumpkin Seed Deep Conditioner
Darcy's Botanicals Moisturizing Deep Conditioner
Bask & Bloom Brahmi Root Hair Masque
KJ Naturals Neapolitan Hair Growth Conditioner
KJ Naturals Rosemary Coconut Conditioner
Bel Nouvo Creamy Castor Deep Conditioner
Bekura YAM Nectar
Bekura Vanilla Whiskey
Bekura Cocao Bark
Dudley's DRC 28 Protein Treatment


Deep Conditioners by Naturelle Grow:
Herbal Blends DC - moisturizing/strengthening
Sweet Greens DC - moisturizing/strengthening
Mango & Coconut DC - moisturizing
Marshmallow Root & Slippery Elm DC - moisturizing
Jamaica Me Crazy - discontinued I think but I still have one in my stash
Grow Thick - moisturizing/strengthening
Vanilla Fig - moisturizing
Natural Aloe & Avocado - strengthening
Intense Deep Conditioner - strengthening
Bamboo & Silk - strengthening
22nd Century Deep Conditioner - 1 moisturizing and 1 strengthening


I have a plethora of deep conditioners by Annabelle's Perfect Blends:

Ultra Conditioning Souffle
Pumpkin Seed Moisturizing Mask
Marula & Honey Moisturizing Conditioner
Green Tea Milk & Honey Moisturizing Mask
Blueberry Cheesecake Moisturizing Deep Conditioner
Hibiscus & Pomegranate Moisturizing Deep Conditioner
Buriti Moringa Hair Mask
Annabelle's Moisturizing Conditioner
Bamboo Algae Strengthening Mask
Not Easily Broken Herbal Conditioner - strengthening/moisturizing - finished but I am replenishing it.
Ayurvedic Mud Mask
Red Raspberry & Mint Hair Mask


Conditioners by JAKEALA:

Jakeala Ginger Mustard Seed (Dope) Deep Conditioner
Jakeala Hibiscus Flaxseed Marshmallow Conditioner
Jakeala Honey Rhassoul Hair Mask
Jakeala Matcha Green Tea Avocado Hair Mask

I have other brands like Kerastase, Keracare, Redken, Curl Junkie, Macadamia Natural Oil, She Scent It, Framesi, Brocato, Tigi Bed Head, Soultanicals, and Inahsi Naturals all up in my stash but I really don't feel like looking for their names right now.

I am seriously considering adding some of Komaza Care Protein Treatment to my stash at some point. Curls Dynasty Pumpkin Mint Deep Conditioner is looking promising as well.

My pic will be coming later, most likely in January. I'm mildly texlaxed with hair between APL and BSB.

I am LOVING your stash Sis!!
 

Jade Feria

Well-Known Member
Are you guys heavy-handed with your DC application? I tend to be, but recently have been using less product since I've been using heat and I didn't want it leaking all over me. I figured that with heat, I wouldn't need to use more product anyway, since the heat will make it better penetrate my hair.
 

Jade Feria

Well-Known Member
I'm in! I have a problem though, I'm officially one year into my transition (yay me) and I have what appears to be 4 inches of natural and 10 inches of relaxed hair. When I deep condition with my staples, my relaxed hair comes out silky and smooth but my natural hair just feels ok. Anybody else going through this? What did you do? Sounds like I need to start auditioning new deep conditioners.
When I transitioned, I looked for conditioners that worked well with my natural hair. I found that whatever worked with my natural hair typically also worked for my relaxed ends. I just had to be very diligent about moisture/protein balance.
 

Curls&Justice417

Well-Known Member
Are you guys heavy-handed with your DC application? I tend to be, but recently have been using less product since I've been using heat and I didn't want it leaking all over me. I figured that with heat, I wouldn't need to use more product anyway, since the heat will make it better penetrate my hair.

Yes I'm very heavy handed. I glob it all on. I've read somewhere that it's better not to and that you'll get the same results or even better not doing that. Your hair can only soak up so much product.
 
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ladybee1922

Well-Known Member
Are you guys heavy-handed with your DC application? I tend to be, but recently have been using less product since I've been using heat and I didn't want it leaking all over me. I figured that with heat, I wouldn't need to use more product anyway, since the heat will make it better penetrate my hair.

Yes most times, I'm trying to use less as well but when I apply my hair just Eats it so I apply until I can feel it sit on top. I am using a bit less as it's not squeezing out when I twist. I hope that makes sense.
 

Prettymetty

Natural/4b/medium-coarse
I just did my last dc of 2016 with Kerastase Densite. Next week I'm clarifying and doing another bkt, so I won't use conditioner...

In 2017 I will dc weekly with one of the following:
Chroma Riche
Cristalliste (almost out)
Densite
Maskeratine
Masquintense
Therapiste

I'm tempted to buy some Oleo Relax mask from Nordstrom Rack or Ojon thickening conditioner (it was marked down to 12.50). If I purchase the Oleo Relax it will be a replacement for Cristalliste and the Ojon will be a replacement for Densite thickening mask.

My current length is Bsl and my 2017 goal is full Mbl. I have medium porosity, 4b hair that is keratin treated. I usually wear braids under a wig. Occasionally I straighten my hair, but with my active lifestyle it doesn't last very long.
 

Aggie

Well-Known Member
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Aggie

Well-Known Member
Are you guys heavy-handed with your DC application? I tend to be, but recently have been using less product since I've been using heat and I didn't want it leaking all over me. I figured that with heat, I wouldn't need to use more product anyway, since the heat will make it better penetrate my hair.
A heavy handed DC'er here :wave:

I tried to slow my roll with this, but the only DC I have used gingerly is that awesome APB UCS. Don't want to waste that since it cost a little more than her other DCs :giggle:. That's a good idea using less product with heat though.
 

NCHairDiva

WAIST LENGTH 2019
Are you guys heavy-handed with your DC application? I tend to be, but recently have been using less product since I've been using heat and I didn't want it leaking all over me. I figured that with heat, I wouldn't need to use more product anyway, since the heat will make it better penetrate my hair.
I also am heavy handed. I wrap a paper towel around my head to avoid the drippings. But I love to saturate my hair completely just to make sure I get all of my hair!
 

NappyNelle

Kinky Coily 4A, Fine Strands, WSL
Are you guys heavy-handed with your DC application? I tend to be, but recently have been using less product since I've been using heat and I didn't want it leaking all over me. I figured that with heat, I wouldn't need to use more product anyway, since the heat will make it better penetrate my hair.

I'm heavy handed with my usual conditioner. I can't help it! I apply in sections (a bootleg version of the relaxer method) and concentrate on my ends.
 
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