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By M Rochell
Home Remedies for Acne Scars - Will They Work for Sensitive Skin?

Which home remedies for acne scars actually work? And which acne home remedies are safe for sensitive skin? Here are some of the acne scar healing tips we have learned that are the gentlest and safest for sensitive skin. Having acne is a terrible experience, and even worse are the scars that are left on your face long after the acne has healed. It can take many months for acne scars to disappear, and there are some things you can do to speed up the healing process. Many peopl

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Is A Comfortable Corset Possible?

The corset is often associated with the Victorian era and the act of cramming, often accurately, young women into small dresses to sustain the waifish figures that dwell in most nightmares. Nevertheless, the corset also has a place in the present period as sexy underwear and is swiftly gaining ground back into the bedrooms and shopping centers of North American society.nnCorsetry was once a staple in women's underwear and, although less restricting garments have replaced it,

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By Kasper Knight
Anti Wrinkle Face Creams and Matrixyl 3000

Aging is a natural process that brings with it anguish and desperation. The anguish is about losing your beauty and desperation is to get back those youthful years. This desperation leads people to experiment with different products labeled as “anti aging.” Sadly, these so-called anti wrinkle face creams bring anguish too. First, they compel you to dream about becoming beautiful again. Then, they crash your dreams by failing to work. Importance of Matrixyl 3000 in anti ag

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Red Light Therapy Boosts Collagen Production!

Collagen is the foundation for healthy skin. It is a protein that gives skin strength, resilience, and durability. Elastin is actually a type of collagen that gives the skin the ability to stretch and bounce back, elasticity. Collagen and elastin are produced by a special cell called the fibroblast, so it is very important to energize the fibroblasts so that you can boost your collagen production.

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"The Key to Increasing Your Attractiveness"

When we are asked to define what "attractive" means, the nmajority of us respond with a long list of desirable nphysical attributes that are usually paralleled to movie nstar looks and body types.nnThe same is true when we are asked the question " What nwould you like to change about yourself to make you more nattractive?" We instinctively refer to this same list.nnIs this wrong? No, not necessarily. Physical appearance nhas proven to weigh heavily in first impressions.nnAlth

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***OXYGEN - GIFT OF LIFE

The five basic elements of life are: oxygen, hydrogen, carbon, nitrogen and sulfur. All of these elements have their own role in all biological processes. Of these five basic elements of life, oxygen has one exceptional property: Oxygen atoms can be easily bound to other molecules. That is why there is oxygen practically everywhere: there is hardly any material on earth which is not partly made up of oxygen.

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Does Exercise Reduce Obesity In Kids?

Have you noticed that there seems to be more kids who are obese these days? It is heartbreakingly true. Especially in the United States as studies have shown the kids in the US are more likely to be obese than kids in other countries. There are some important questions that need to be ...Have you noticed that there seems to be more kids who are obese these days? It is heartbreakingly true. Especially in the United States as studies have shown the kids in the US are more likely to be obese than kids in other countries.

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Look Like You Are Rich, Even If You Are Not

How we look greatly affects people's perception and acceptance of us. The first and greatest piece you can add to your wardrobe is a smile and it is free. It is a well-known fact that people are more attracted to people who smile than people who frown, so wearing a smile is the first way to look ...

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How Does Hair Actually Grow?

Many people agonize over the growth rate of their hair. Let's face it, nothing grows out slower than a bad haircut! What most people don't realize though, is that your hair is constantly going through 3 stages of growth. Once a hair falls out, it doesn't mean that that's it for that ...

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By Jane Rose
Your Best Fashion Choice - Louis Vuitton

Speaking of the famous luxury brand in the world, I have to say Louis Vuitton. For more than a century, the queen, princess, dignitaries, millionaire, film and TV stars, super model, they all proud for having the LV bags.rnThe founder of French post-production high luxury goods group Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton - Louis Vuitton also is one of the most outstanding masters of fashion design history in France. Louis Vuitton was born in the province of Franche-Comte which is in ea

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By Dr. Allan Hunter
Sculpture and landscape

These two images are of ‘Ozymandias’, currently on show in the De Cordova Museum, Lincoln, MA - one of the finest modern art museums in this North East Corner of the US. As you can see the sculptures are huge - that’s the artist Douglas Kornfeld leaning up against it. Ozymandias? Well, you may recall the poem by Coleridge, in which a traveler comes across a huge fragment of a statue in the desert and this leads him to speculate on the fall of nations, the passing of the

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By Tracy Ballisager
How to Treat Scalp Hair Loss

Scalp hair loss is a common medical problem and it can cause embarrassment because hair loss is such a visible problem unless you wear a hat all the time. There are various ways to treat scalp hair loss including laser hair restoration, using a hair restoration product or having hair follicle restoration but different people need different treatments and the hair restoration technique which is best for you depends on the cause of your hair loss.nnThe hair restoration cost you

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By Susan Katchur
Best Shampoo - Natural, Homemade, Healthful!

Are you looking for the best shampoo? You probably won't find it in regular department stores. Instead, you may consider using a homemade shampoo made with mild and gentle, natural, ingredients. There is a long-lasting shampoo bar that is very unique. It cleanses and conditions the hair while improving scalp conditions! This homemade shampoo is made with a combination of mild and gentle, natural, ingredients. It is, carefully, handcrafted by a, master, soap maker! What makes

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By Anita Paquette, Licensed Massage Therapist
Lypossage - The All-Natural Body Contouring Alternative To Liposuction

LypossageTMnn“A hands–on solution to cellulite”nnFirst, let's talk about cellulite ... What is cellulite?nnCellulite is actually a fancy name for collections of fat that push against the connective tissue beneath a person's skin, which causes the surface of the skin to dimple or pucker like the surface of an orange peel. nnAlmost all women have cellulite commonly found on the thighs, stomach, and butt. The appearance of cellulite is due to genetics, hormonal changes, we

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Cool Tricks On De-Puffing Your Eye Bags

After crying a river of tears, having too much booze the night before, or spending little time for sleep, you may find yourself with red puffy eyes. Although you can cover your eye bags with a cool pair of sunglasses, you still have to deal with your eye problem when you have to remove your ...After crying a river of tears, having too much booze the night before, or spending little time for sleep, you may find yourself with red puffy eyes. Although you can cover your eye bags

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By indri hapsari
Patrick Cox

Patrick Cox is a british-canadian designer who came to the fashion forefront in the 1990's with is icon 'Wannabe' fashion shoe of that decade. Recently he has designed a range of handbags - as with his shoes his bags have quickly become the fashionistas must have. All patrick cox handbags are beautifully crafted from gorgeous quality italian leather, his designs incorporate tassels, fringes and metallic accoutrements incorporating the iconic Patrick Cox fluer de lys logo - ev

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By Ted Wood
Why You Get Scratchy Red Face Patches

There are many causes of scratchy red experience areas. Itchiness and swelling are the signs of actual swelling. Inflammation is your natural respond to disease or damage. In some situations, the inflamed response is over-reactive. That is the case in allergic reactions. In many situations, swelling on the experience is due to some kind of stimulant or discomfort. For example, over-cleansing or extreme massaging can cause discomfort. Epidermis shower gel are a typical cause o

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By Mae Zabala
An Easy Way To De-frizz and Detangle with Homemade Leave in Conditioner for Hair

Have you ever wondered if leave in conditioner is for you? Leave in conditioner can help the appearance of your hair whether it’s extremely dry and may be useful if you have an oily hair type too. If you have long hair like I do, you might have the issue of having both oily and dry hair. While the oil from my scalp leaves my roots on the oily side, the extremities of my hair strands are parched and can get frizzed out. I find it useful to mist some homemade leave in conditi

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By Terri Anne Meyer
Do All Eyelash Growth Products Contain Drugs to Make Them Work?

Luscious lashes have been desired and coveted since ancient times. As technology continues to progress, so do lash enhancement treatments. Every week, there seems to be a new eyelash growth serum, eyelash stimulator, eyelash conditioner, or other type of eyelash enhancement product on the market. Are eyelash growth serums safe? Do they contain drugs to make them work? What are the side effects? Are there natural alte atives? When it came to recommending an eyelash growth sti

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By Anna Millman
Hermes Birkin, A Must-Have To Perfect Your Personal Style

nIs there a handbag with a price of a luxury car or a large mortgage payment, but nstill in an extremely high demand and limited availability? Yes, it is Hermes nBirkin, one of World's Most Extravagant handbags. Sporting a birkin, you are not njust having a bag with rare material, exquisite craftsmanship, and durable nquality, more importantly, it makes a statement of your personal style and ndenotes social status. n n n nIt is truly the best of the best, second to none. Not

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How to Lose Stomach Flab in Seven Days

Don't you just hate stomach flabs? Yuch. Disgusting.nnYou see, I have a preference for tapered shirts that accentuate a V-waist form. It's one of the sexiest looks a guy can have. Check out the ramp models. They all have broad chests and tiny waists (actaully, sick pack abs without flabs)nnOn the quest to lose stomach flabs and replace them with rock hard abs, I discovered four killer tips that melted my once rotund stomach into washboard abs that can pulverize a boulder in a

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By Kasper Knight
10 Wise Ways To Stay Beautiful Forever

Wrinkles, spots, lines, and dry skin are all signs of aging. Once these signs appear, it is a challenge to cure them completely. The best way is to prevent them from forming in the first place. A wrinkle remover cream not only fades the existing wrinkles, but also prevents their further formation. Aging happens at different times in different individuals. It largely depends on the lifestyle, eating habits, and the environment you live in. For example, a stressful lifestyle wi

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By Susan Katchur
Pomegranate Oil - Benefits Inside and Out!

Pomegranate oil is pressed from organic seeds of the pomegranate fruit, grown on Punica granatum trees. This deciduous tree has glossy, slender, leaves, bright red flowers and bears an edible fruit, pomegranate, between the size of lemons to grapefruit. Pomegranates have a thick reddish skin with, approximately, 600 seeds. In the northern hemisphere, this fruit is in season from September to February, in the southern hemisphere from March to May. Pomegranate oil offers health

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Exercises To Help Sort Out Your Neck Pain

Most of us are guilty of bad posture and sometimes we get aches and pains starting with our neck and working down through the shoulders, upper back, lower back and legs. The following easy neck stretching exercises will help sort out many of the niggly pains we often get. Neck Rotation Exercise * Look straight ahead and keeping your head straight turn your head slowly round to one side as far as it will comfortably go. * Hold for 5 seconds and come back to the middle. * Then repeat on the other side.

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By Malik
The Deceitful Simplicity of the Lord’s Prayer

When thinking of various ways to worship God properly, prayer comes to mind almost instantly. Not the kind of haphazard one we’ve made up on the spot because something has gone bad and we “need” God’s guidance to set things straight, but a well thought-out supplication that captures the essence of what we can dare to hope that God will grant us, like the Lord’s Prayer. Jesus never intended this prayer as the be all and the end all when it comes to striking up a conv

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By Kim Leingang
Treat your Feet Right with Alegria Shoes

Alegria shoes are a new line of fun, innovative women’s footwear from California’s PG Lite Company. With their funky design, happy colors and simple slip on ergonomic construction, these surfer inspired shoes are the ones Jeff Spicoli would have worn if they were available back in the Fast Times of Ridgemont High days. In fact, the name Alegria itself means happiness, and that’s exactly what your feet will feel when they slip into these cheerful, stylish, and comfy kick

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By Dipti desai
Wedding hair and makeup | Saree Draping Styles - Sakhibeauty

A wedding is a unique occasion for any family, anywhere in the world. Obviously, it is even more special for the bride, the cynosure of all attention. And she is expected to look absolutely gorgeous for the big day! Sakhi’s proprietor Dipti is an expert in bridal make-up and hair dos. She not only dresses up the bride stylishly, but also ensures that the bride is comfortable with the hair do, and applies make-up that will be smooth, lasting and smudge resistant. The wedding h

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Dealing With Pesky Bra Straps

As most of my clients will tell you, I am pretty easy going. I’m a big believe in self-expression in your wardrobe, and I help women create this for themselves. To this end, I am always open to exploring ways to make something unconventional work. That said, can we please, please do away with the trend of visible bra straps? I mean, do we really need to see someone’s underwear? Okay, I know sometimes bra straps have the annoying habit of peeking out here or there, and it’s not the end of the world, but the truth is that they really don’t need to.

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Bringing Inner Beauty to the Surface

Many of you were drawn to the beauty industry because you like to make a difference in the lives of others. Even though you only touch the surface physically, the work you do makes a profound impact on the psyche of your clients. You can jump-start your clients’ confidence and self-esteem from the outside in by improving the appearance of the skin and enhancing their best features. How do you go so far as to bring inner beauty from the inside out? Balance True beauty comes f

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Easy, Breezy Summer Dressing Tips

I don’t know about you but in New England we went from winter to summer ove ight. One day it was 49 degrees and drizzling and the next it was 85, sunny and humid. I hate it when that happens. There’s a whole section of my closet waiting to be worn! Of course, wait 5 minutes and it could all change again. I keep hoping we’ll have a peek of spring sometime in the next month before we go to real true summer. But, that’s the beauty of New England…you just never know. When the weather changes so dramatically one of two things happens:

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Cat Eye Sunglasses

Own a pair of Cat Eye Sunglasses yet? If no, Why not? Okay, let's re-track.. Who owns a pair of Sunnies? Who does not, in fact? Sunglasses are an essential fashion accessory in our arsenal of cool items to go with our wardrobe. Add this one to your collection, if you haven’t already. These iconic cat eye sunglasses are a throwback to the 1950’s fashion where old-school glamour is in and they looked fantastic with just about anything.

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By Roberto Rubino
Know more all over Growing Facial Hair

Beards Moustaches and Goatees are just a number of the examples of facial hair types. Facial hair is often a defining intercourse characteristic and it is far more evident in males following puberty. The growth of facial hair depends upon several things like testosterone levels genetics and race. As boys its following we attain puberty that we observe the increased progress of our facial hair. It is a outcome with the spike in testosterone ranges in the physique. But a typica

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By Cheyenne Stone
How to Accessorize with Wholesale Fashion Jewelry Practically

Jewelry items and accessories are one of those things for which we pay the most is one thing which all of us would absolutely have the same opinion. These are one of the luxurious items and make a major portion of the monthly expenses. All across the globe these are the most desirable products that sell like hot cakes and are liked by people from different walks of life. Who does not want to be fashionable? Each one of us wants to be in advance in style and match the footstep

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By Kasper Knight
How To Use Celtrixa For Best Stretch Mark Reduction Results

Stretch mark reduction is what most women, affected by the condition, aim for. They have learnt the hard way that it is not possible to get rid of stretch marks overnight as some products claim to do. Treatment for stretch marks comes in many forms, both invasive and topical. Stretch mark creams such as Celtrixa is the most preferred way to deal with the situation. Celtrixa is a scientifically advanced formulation designed to visibly reduce the appearance of stretch marks. It

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By Charles Berger
Why is Going Natural from Relaxed Hair a Trend Nowadays?

Our hair is considered by many people as our crowning glory. It is important that we keep a healthy hair at all times. There are a lot of hairstyles that we can choose nowadays and one of them is going natural from relaxed hair. Many years ago, having a long, shiny hair is indeed in demand and many women just had craze about relaxed hair. However, time has bring a lot of changes in the trend and fashion so going natural from relaxed hair is now considered a new craze of many

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DIY Skin Brightening Facial

Unfortunately I LOVE the sun and could not get enough of it growing up. Now I have some sun damage that needs to be corrected. Not to fear, there are plenty of all natural, powerful herbs and plants that can do the work for us. No toxic hydroquinone needed! Here is a simple DIY mask for brightening sun spots. 2 strawberries (pureed or mashed) 1 tbs raw honey 1 tsp champagne 1/8 tsp vitamin c powder (I suggest camu or acerola cherry powder, but a good old vitamin c tablet or powder will do) I always add 1 tsp of our Illuminate Herbal Mask (optional, but packs an extra punch)

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Brow Recovery

Gone are the days of pencil thin, tweezed within a hair of their life brows. People are now saying fuller, big brows are "in". While this may be true, don't go Brooke Shields on me yet! Fuller and bigger brows just mean in proportion to your face, as opposed to the pencil thin brows of the ...

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Learn To Dress Up According To Your Body Shape

You really do not have to starve yourself to death or undergo a cosmetic surgery in order to look slimmer and sexier. Instead of cursing the wide hips or enormous thighs and arms that you have, you need to embrace who you are and how your body is shaped. No matter how much money you have or how ...You really do not have to starve yourself to death or undergo a cosmetic surgery in order to look slimmer and sexier. Instead of cursing the wide hips or enormous thighs and arms th

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By Brad Ray
How to Dress Up For a Party

Apart from grabbing eyeballs, dressing up well at a party signifies confidence which can greatly help in changing people’s perspective about you. We give you a lowdown on how to create the best impression with your party wear. Most of us lead such routine, stressful lives that it is only on select occasions such as parties that we are able to let our guard down and enjoy to the hilt. Partying can not only help you meet new people but also help break ice with ones whom you n

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7 Eye Makeup Tips For A Romantic Date

Romance is in the air. So what are you wearing for your date? A sexy dress with a plunging neckline? Jeans and a pretty top? A feminine dress that his mom might approve? How about your makeup? You could look more stunning than ever with the right makeup. Now what would be appropriate for the date? What does he like? If naturally pretty types appeal to him, goth makeup would turn him off. Natural looking makeup would be your best bet. If he likes girls that are sweet and

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5 Signs Your Date is Bad News

This is the scenario, you’ve just met a man and you’ve been dating a few weeks. You feel very connected to this person and feel he is the “man for you”. Maybe it’s the real thing but, hang on a second; you could be experiencing what some call being ‘love blind’. To make sure you are not falling for the wrong person here are a few signs or red flags that your date is bad news.

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Acne Scar Treatment – 6 Types You Must Know

Acne is a skin problem typically occurred as a result of clogging up skin pores by dead cells mixed with skin oils. Acne scars are typically categorized under three heads, as described by Jacob et al (2001). According to this categorization system, icepick, rolling and boxcar are the three types of acne scars prevalent worldwide. Icepick is the type of acne scar that refers to as a sharp narrow scar resembling like punctured with an icepick. This type of scar is narrower than

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By Alexis Hodnicki
Flaunting your Beauty does not get Better than Wearing Brazilian Micro Bikinis

Fashion designers in the United States were initially apprehensive whether the newly introduced bikinis would ever be able to come into mainstream use. For more than 10 years, American designers thought that the common female citizen wouldn't wear a bikini, because of ethical and decent-minded behaviour. However, by 1957, thanks mostly to European influences and Hollywood movies, the bikini was accepted into our mainstream way of thinking about fashions and clothing trends. E

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How to Wear Capri Pants

What are Capri pants? They are pants that stop short at mid-calf. They are very trendy and can be paired in many ways. Since they are versatile, women of any height or shape can take advantage of it. First of all what you need to do is to assess your body shape and to keep away from pants that are above the calf or one that is too tapered at the legs. The best bet would be form fitting and slightly flaring at the bottom to emphasize your body shape.

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By tedisangpemimpi
Gleaming Jewel India - Revival-style jewelry desig India

India took a step. The country is making an attempt being a leader in terms of jewelry design. Some 30 designer jewelry and residential properties design to India as a first held a demonstration of jewelry ornaments in 30 shows immediately. Performance titled India International Jewellery Week (IIJW) happened Mumbai, India, 15 to 19 August 2010. Slightly differentiate the fashion presentation, in performances jewelry, designer jewelry and coordination among creative designer

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Stop Comparing Your Body

As a teenager, going to the beach was an ordeal for me on many levels. First of all, I’m white as white can be and so, while my friends basked in the sun all day, I’d be burned to a crisp within about 30 minutes. But, that wasn’t all… While I was sitting on the blanket wrapped in several towels, a sweatshirt, and a hat, I’d watch the other women sun bathers and…yup, you guessed it, I’d compare myself. Trust me, to my way of thinking I NEVER measured up.

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Are All Synthetic Cosmetic Ingredients Harmful?

Are All Synthetic Cosmetic Ingredients Harmful? While many synthetic ingredients used in commercial skin and body products are toxic or potentially toxic, there are some synthetic ingredients that are considered to be safe and non-toxic. As natural products are becoming increasingly popular due to consumer awareness, it seems that the word "synthetic" has developed a negative stigma, regardless of whether a particular ingredient is safe or not.

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