Firmer & smoother skin. I have been using this serum for just 10 days and I have already noticed firmer & smoother skin! Due to these results, I will definitely continue to use this product.
I have sensitive skin, and this retinol serum was gentle and soothing with absolutely no burning or stinging.
Very light refreshing fragrance and the serum was the perfect consistency, not runny like many other serums, and one little drop soothed my entire face.
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Excellent product! I’ve been using the Eight Saints retinol serum for two weeks and I’m impressed with how quickly it worked into my routine. My skin texture is noticeably smoother, and I’ve seen a visible reduction in fine lines along with a softer feeling overall with my skin. It absorbs well, was not oily and didn’t cause irritation. I’ll be repurchasing once this bottle runs out and would recommend it to anyone looking to add retinol to their skincare routine!
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Donald Jordan
April 8, 2026
I've been recently trying to up my skin care routine. Previously I mostly just used face wash and have wanted to try adding in something to help with fine lines and wrinkles. I decided to give Eight Saints Smooth Sailing a try. I've been super happy with how easy it goes on. It's lightweight and has a pleasant smell. Excited to see improvements in my skin in the months to come.
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Serum goes on easily. No irritation. No noticeable scent. You get a good amount of it for the price.
I have been combining it with their retinol cream. I feel like it makes a difference and combining the serum with the cream gives me the amount of retinol that I need.
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I am absolutely loving this skincare line! I just recently started using the retinol products and can definitely notice a difference in how my skin looks and feels. This serum has made a difference after just 1 week. The wrinkles/lines around my mouth have softened and plumped. I’m anxious to see the continued improvement with long term use.
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Love it! Nice, gentle retinol that helps with fine lines and wrinkles. I've been using it for about a week now. The photo shared is before on the bottom, after on the top. I can see a noticeable difference in my forehead lines when my eyebrows are raised. I didn't realize how much a difference until I saw the photo. I'm very happy and will continue to use this product and try other Eight Saints! It's a lightweight, no scent and really works! So happy with my results.
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Eight Saints’ Retinol Serum has been a fantastic addition to my routine—lightweight, fast‑absorbing, and surprisingly gentle for a retinol product. My skin looks smoother, more hydrated, and noticeably firmer, especially around fine lines and the eye area. I love that it’s fragrance‑free and packed with clean ingredients. A great anti‑aging serum that truly delivers!
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Richard S.
February 20, 2026
As I age, I have started adding these retinol treatments to my nightly routine. This serum glides on and doesnt sit on the skin, but absorbs into the face. I wake with perfect glowy skin most mornings.
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The ingredients in this serum (retinol, hyaluronic acid and green tea) make it one of my favorite Eight Saints products! I use it at night and wake up with smooth, firm, soft skin. I really notice a difference (not in a good way) when I don't use it. I would highly recommend this serum!
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MattiesMom2015
February 1, 2026
I absolutely love this product. I was worried because I've never been able to handle retinol products in the past. They have always overdried my skin but this retinol serum is amazing. It's gentle enough that it doesn't dry my skin out at all but strong enough that I can already see a difference in my skin. My skin is smoother and my acne scarring is already lightening up and my lines don't appear as deep as they were. Will definitely continue to use and absolutely recommend. I've been using it once a day at bedtime after washing my face. After applying the retinol serum I've been applying a light moisturizer.
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The_Midtowner
January 21, 2026
I have been using the Eight Saints Retinol Skin Care Serum for almost 3 months now, and the results are honestly profound. I wanted to share my before-and-after photos because the visual evidence speaks for itself; in the top photo, you can see a very uneven "orange peel" texture on my chin, but in the bottom photo, that area is remarkably smoother and more refined. What impressed me most is that I have a lot of scarring on my chin from a childhood accident, and this serum has actually reduced the appearance of that scarring, blending it more seamlessly with the rest of my skin.
Beyond the texture, my skin feels absolutely fantastic. It has a "newness" and a deep moistness to it that I didn’t expect to be as profound as it is—instead of the typical dryness you get with some products, my face feels plump, supple, and healthy. I’ve also noticed a visible reduction in my fine wrinkles, giving my skin a refreshed and youthful quality. It is rare to find a product that can tackle tough texture issues and old scarring while keeping your skin this hydrated. If you are looking for a treatment that truly resurfaces and renews, I cannot recommend this enough!
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Okay, I have never tried retinol before but know people rave about it so I decided to give my fav skincare brand Eight Saints' formula a try to see if I could sense a difference in my skin. I struggle with slight hyperpigmentation, bumpy texture, and painful acne and clogged pores that result in tiny harmless - but annoying - blackheads. While honing my skincare routine has helped me a TON (especially with certain products from Eight Saints; like their Down To Earth Facewash & their Cloud Whip vitamin C cream, etc) I still struggle with the things I mentioned to a degree that's frustrating. And ta-da... here comes the Smooth Sailing retinol serum!! It's been a couple-ish weeks now, and I started a little slow... first several days I did it every other day to test my sensitivity (as they recommend online), and then once my skin started responding well, I went to every night. It has a very a nice feeling; thick-ish, gooey (but NOT GREASY) and allllllllmost clear looking upon dropping it onto your palm, but as you rub in it very quickly absorbs thin and dry and within seconds I could barely even feel it anymore. The price for the amount in the jar in comparison to how much I had to use (the bottle says "pea size amount" which was more than enough) seems good as well. And omg the difference!!! I have noticed a serious decrease in my bumpy skin texture and acne production. I can't wait to see what this does long-term and might have to update my review again next month or so!! So far, I'm obsessed.
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DawnMarie
January 13, 2026
I was pleasantly surprised by this retinol. My sensitive skin has not tolerated retinol serums in the past. I'm 57, so it's been important to me to find one to help with redness, fine lines, and pore refinement. It's been a journey and I'm happy to have finally found Smooth Sailing Retinol Serum. I've had no issues with my skin. I use it in the morning and at night. It's fragrance free and glides on with no tugging. It's not sticky and is absorbed quickly without a heavy, greasy feeling. My skin is much more soft and even-toned and looks hydrated. This is a product I recommend!
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I LOVE Eight Saints!!! I am 51 years old and get told every day how beautiful my skin is and how young I look. The retinol serum is definitely a holy grail providing just the right amount of protection for my skin without being harsh. There is little to no scent which I know a lot of people look for in a skincare product. It soaks right into your skin without making it feel greasy and gross especially if you are getting ready for bed. I have found some products (not eight saints) make my skin stick to my satin pillowcase. Every product I have tried from Eight Saints has been wonderful! I even have my almost 30 year old daughter using the products!
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New favorite skin care item! This leaves my skin feeling so soft and smooth. It’s light and doily smooth when applied. It’s also isn’t overly smelly or sticky like I’ve found other brands to be. Love. Love it!
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Lindsey H
January 12, 2026
If you want affordable skincare with high-quality, effective ingredient mixes, you need to try Eight Saints! I am a mid-forties woman with combination skin that is occasionally sensitive. I love the Eight Saints retinol products. I added the Smooth Sailing night cream to my evening routine a few months back and decided it was time to add the serum. The Smooth Sailing serum absorbs beautifully and leaves my skin feeling hydrated and soft. Initially, I was using the serum every other evening, but with no negative reactions, I am now using it every night with wonderful results. If you want to wake up with plump, soft, well-hydrated skin, give this serum a try.
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Jennifer D
January 11, 2026
I started using this at night with my Eight Saints All In Eye Cream and Night Shift Moisturizing Face Gel. I can already tell it is helping to reduce some of the fine lines on my face. It feels nice on my skin and there is no irritation from using it daily. I will definitely be purchasing this again.
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I was pleasantly surprised with Eight Saints Smooth Sailing serum. I was impressed after one week of applying. It has been controling breakouts along my jaw line. I have watched the fine lines below my eyes and between my eyebrows slowly start to disappear. Last but not least, thr skin om my face is becoming more firm. I definitely recommend trying this serum! Age: 41 for reference.
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Eight Saints retinol serum in my new favorite retinol skin care addition. I use this serum after face was, before moisturizer, and it leaves my skin feeling and looking refreshed. Did I mention this serum is absolutely incredible with its lightweight texture and fragrance free scent?! The serum is light and absorbs easily. The ingredients include natural extracts such a witch hazel, dandelion root, horsetail, with natural ingredients including aloe, green tea and geranium to name a few. This serum is a powerhouse of skin support. I have been using it daily for a little over a week , it is gentle on my skin and effectively reduced fine lines around my eyes and mouth almost immediately. My wrinkles/lines are 50% less pronounced than when I first started using this product. My skin looks healthier, feels more balanced and is definitely more moisturized. I am throughly impressed as this product is highly effective and has provided strong results for me very quickly. The dropper allows for easy application of the serum. Well worth the price to me , as my aging skin could definitely use the help that this serum provides with the ingredients utilized.
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Dallas Berry
January 5, 2026
I am absolutely obsessed with Eight Saints. The Smooth Sailing serum has been a total game-changer for my skin—it makes everything feel instantly softer, calmer, and noticeably healthier. My skin looks smoother, more balanced, and just better overall since I started using it.
I pair it with the Zen Out of Ten face scrub, Up the Anti night cream, and the Daydreamer face moisturizer, and together they’ve completely transformed my routine. The scrub gently exfoliates without irritation, the night cream feels luxuriously nourishing, and the Daydreamer moisturizer gives me that perfect hydrated glow without feeling heavy.
What I love most about Eight Saints is how effective yet gentle everything is. My skin feels cared for, never overwhelmed, and consistently happy. Every product feels thoughtfully made, and you can truly tell the brand prioritizes quality and results. I genuinely look forward to using these products every day—Eight Saints has earned a permanent spot in my skincare routine, and I can’t rave about them enough. ✨
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I’m impressed. I love all of the Eight of Saints Serums (my skin drinks them up in a dry climate!) but I was nervous to try a retinol serum. This one is a pleasant surprise. It’s not harsh at all and even better my sensitive skin responds really well to the the green tea element. I can see it’s already helping my skin overall and curious what longer term use will show, but so far happy with how gentle (especially for a retinol) AND effective it is. It goes wonderfully under the “Chase The Sun” SPF 30 lotion I wear daily, and it's light green tea scent pairs beautifully with the subtle lavender of Chase The Sun. I love this combination and highly recommend.
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Carly Olsen
December 31, 2025
My new favorite product in my Eight Saints line up! I really wanted to start prioritizing my skin care routine and tried the Eight Saints sample pack and fell in love! I love the clean ingredients, the ease of ordering, and how it feels on my skin. The results have been great!
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Joanna Rodriguez
December 29, 2025
This retinol serum is my dream retinol, I noticed my skin looks better. My skin looks brighter and smoother. What I love most is the product is gentle on sensitive skin (I have hormonal acne so very sensitive) and it absorbs quickly with no strong scent, truly fragrance free. It’s lightweight and not sticky at all. I’ve tried others but they had such a strong scent and strong stickiness that I would never use them despite paying luxury prices, this is the dream retinol serum.
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Eight Saints products never disappoint. Smooth Sailing facial serum has an amazing texture and goes on smoothly. I wear it at night and it stays on till morning.
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I love this serum! So glad I bought this! My skin started to look dull and dry and I felt like I was always looking tired in photos. Having used this for 2+ weeks I have my glow back and have gotten lots of compliments! Even my co-workers noticed.
You only need a very small amount (pea size) so the bottle will last you a while. It absorbs quickly without leaving a sticky feeling and it is gentle enough for daily use for me.
I am using a moisturizer once the serum has absorbed and it really has helped me ditch my dry winter skin.
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Erin Heitzmann
December 16, 2025
When I saw Eight Saints had created a retinol serum, I had to have it. I've used the Eight Saints products for several years now, and my currently-sixty-two-year-old skin has never been happier! Seasonally, I would fluctuate between oily in the summer months, and then dry and irritable during the cold winter months. After beginning my journey with Eight Saints, however, my skin has remained consistently well nourished, moisturized without being oily, and just overall looking healthier and more radiant. Many retinol products, in the past, have irritated my skin, but the Eight Saints retinol serum has been effective, yet has caused no irritation whatsoever. In fact, I've not yet had a negative reaction to any of the Eight Saints product I have used! Often people will ask what I use for makeup. I tell them it's not the makeup they see, but the healthy skin underneath it that makes the (minimal!) makeup more efficient. I am grateful to Eight Saints for their product line full of clean, natural and beneficial ingredients, which have always remained free of fragrances and chemicals. Thank you, Eight Saints! Love this retinol serum!
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Stephanie LR
December 15, 2025
I’ve been a long time user of Eight Saints and have generally really enjoyed all their products but have never been a serum user. Entering peri menopause, I’ve found more fine lines and my skin hasn’t been as glowy as I would like. A friend told me to try a quality retinol and I decided to give this a try! So glad I did! My skin is much more even and smooth and my other Eight Saints products blend with it perfectly! Looks great under my makeup and leaves no redness or irritation. My only complaint is that it doesn’t have a fragrance, most of my other Eight Saints products do and it makes it feel like an indulgent self care routine but that’s just my opinion and I know others prefer no fragrance. 10 out of 10!
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Patricia Nevitt
December 13, 2025
I’m so happy that I found the Eight Saints skin care line, I’m truly happy with the products. The retinol serum is my most recent purchase and combined with the retinol moisturizer, it’s great! The best part of the skin care line is, nothing is greasy or heavy! I Love the products!
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Im please with the initial results of this Retinol Serum. I've been using a different brand mostly but am transitioning to Eight Saints and this serum is new for me. I can see the results even in just a couple uses. I'm excited to see the long term results. There is no scent to this Retinol Serum which I am super happy about. It goes on smoothly and isn't sticky or greasy feeling.
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I tried a sample version in the past, and they have improved upon it. The sample was a bit greasy, but this one was perfected. It's silky and smooth — almost don't even need moisturizer afterwards! (But of course I do, using other Eight Saints products.) Dries quickly for a lightweight feel.
After just a little over a week of using it, I can already see a difference in the firmness and wrinkles around my eyes, specifically the bag lines under my eyes. Every day, I feel so much better waking up and seeing what I see in the mirror because of it.
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Silky smooth serum that works well under makeup or at the end of the day. It leaves my skin feeling amazing and slightly firmer. The serum has a very light, pleasant scent. My skin feels hydrated without being greasy or sticky. This will become a part of my daily routine.
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What a great product! I’m 65 years old and need all the help I can get and this product delivers. I felt the moisturizing effects on day one and noticed my skin looking firmer after a couple days of use. Looking forward to it eliminating a couple of small darker spots from summer. You can’t go wrong with Eight Saints!
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Renee Edelman
November 29, 2025
I just started using 8 saints and I am addicted to this skincare line. It turned my skin back ten years, smoothed the texture, brightened my skin and got rid of lines. It never makes my skin irritated or peel as it does with prescription retinol. I love this brand.
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I really like this serum and happy to be adding it to my skin care routine. I wasn’t sure that it was gonna do anything different than what my vitamin C serum already does, but I can definitely tell the difference in my skin. The serum is very thin, almost watery like and I was a little skeptical at first, butMy face is brighter and smoother and so so soft. I really feel like this has brought some youth back to my skin.I paired it with the retinol eye cream and used it twice a week. I would definitely recommend it and will be buying this again. I’m also gonna be buying some for my mom because I think it would really benefit her.
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dustin lacina
November 25, 2025
I really enjoyed using the retinol skin care serum. I like that it doesn’t have a scent to it and it feels great on your skin. I did start using a little bit of a light moisturizer underneath first so that I didn’t have irritation from the retinol. I love that there is green tea and hyaluronic acid and the serum as well. I can tell it’s helped my face so that I look refreshed!
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I really like this product, it works well. It doesn’t have a string or bad scent and it isn’t heavy at all. It does great for over the counter retinol. I took away a star because I think something is stuck in the dropper. It doesn’t seem to bother anything though. Probably just a piece of plastic from the top.
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Michele Galloway
November 14, 2025
Great retinal product; it's just a straightforward, non-oily serum that helps out those fine lines and wrinkles, and gives your skin a bit of a lift. Nothing fancy, just a nice, easy addition to your routine.
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Bauthne Customer
October 30, 2025
I love love this product. It goes on easily with the dropper type applicator. It dries or absorbs nicely/quickly and I have not experienced any skin irritation, which I do have sensitive skin. It feels nice on your skin. I will definitely purchase again once the bottle is empty.
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CoffeeCrazy
October 13, 2025
I love Eight Saints. Been using this brand for awhile but new to this particular retinal product. Well, they didn't let me down. Holy crow... and not crows feet!
The low down: I will be 52 next month. Finding things to deal with this new adventure in life is more frustrating than having only soup in the kitchen and just forks, okay! What used to work is a no go, even makeup.
This product is easy to use, like the old info commercial, set it and forget it. Not too thick or pasty and not too thin. It's not sticky either ( Thank you for that ). It doesn't stink and there is no perfume'y' grandma stink either ( bless you, lol). Even my makeup is smoother.
For me, with my awfully ever-changing skin I did have some slight peeling the 2 days. It was ever so slight, used my snail mucin after and no problems. I have constant problems with crows feet, 11 lines, under eyes, and forehead. This stuff is WOW!
Adding this to my daily routine saved me from feeling like I was doomed to looking like Minnie Pearl before my time!
I added photos, which I never do.
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mel5693
September 22, 2025
I absolutely love this retinol serum! I tried a different brand for a while, but it would clump up with my face moisturizer, so I decided I needed to try a different brand. I have other products by Eight Saints that I love, and this Smooth Sailing Retinol Serum lives up the quality I have loved with my other products. My skin feels so smooth, radiant, and soft! I'm glad to find this serum and to add it to my Eight Saints skin care routine!
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Nathan and Sarah Edie
August 25, 2025
Love this serum! I’ve seen a noticeable difference in my skin after using for just one week. A little goes a long way. Not oily and doesn’t dry out my skin.
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Rick Bracey
April 15, 2025
Wow this stuff is great ! My face feels so smooth and soft and even looks brighter after using this for just over a week now. Very light weight and no noticeable scent. Love that a product with few and natural ingredients works so well.
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Sarah J Rogers
March 9, 2025
I love the ‘Smooth Sailing’ face lotion so much I decided to try the serum with it. Eight Saints is great for my sensitive and dry skin, and this product contains retinol, for my fine lines. I’ve always battled with dry patches later in the day, but no more! After one week of use, my face is smoother, more hydrated, and less red. Definitely will keep this in my skin regimen.
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Excellent product, like everything else I have bought from Eight Saints. I used it on my face and the back of my hands, where I have some age spots, combined with the Soulmate Brightening Treatment and it has made a difference. I can see the age spots vanishing. Will continue to use!
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Richelle
February 27, 2025
I have been using this serum for just over a week and I am blown away by the results! My skin is already looking smoother and the subtle frown lines between my eyebrows have disappeared, as you can see in my before and after pictures of my forehead. I have very sensitive skin but I have not experienced any dryness or irritation from this serum. I can't believe how incredibly gentle yet effective it is!
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Jenn Pearson
February 27, 2025
This is my first go trying retinol products ~ waited until absolutely needed re: not being gentle on sensitive skin ~ but this is incredible, melting into skin ~ not in any way drying nor causing irritation ~ just perfect moisture for these new fine lines ~ could not recommend more highly! 🌺
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The Stoleys
February 25, 2025
This is a great product if you’re getting started on retinol. I’ve been using this for the last 2 weeks and my skin hasn’t had any reactions. It’s gentle on the skin but my skin is looking brighter and better every day!
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Erica D.
February 17, 2025
I’ve been using the Eight Saints Smooth Sailing serum for a while now and so far, I love how soft and smooth my skin feels. It has a silky texture that sinks right in without any stickiness or residue. No irritation, which is a huge plus since some retinol products can be too harsh. Definitely keeping this in my routine!
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Love using Eight Saints products. I pair this serum with the Smooth Sailing Retinol Cream and have noticed a huge improvement on my face. My skin feels so soft, looks brighter, and noticed a great change in my smile and forehead lines!
Decent size product for the price since a little goes a long way. I add a couple drops to the retinol cream and apply it to my face. I haven’t noticed any irritation and product has no smell which I prefer!
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Meagan insta ( Meagans_homenestfinds )
December 22, 2025
Love this serum it works doesn’t feel sticky and it doesn’t burn
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