Daiso Haul Part 8

I keep on saying that I am broke. I will not spend anymore. I will first finish whatever products I have on hand. Which takes up much of the space in the tiny room. But then I visited Daiso in Dubai Mall and my plans of not spending dirhams anymore flew out of the window. But still I'd like to think that I am a smart spender. Because I did not buy items that would cost me an arm and leg. And even though I hoarded a little these items would last for months. Maybe until next year just before they expired. Isn't it one of the things smart spender do? When there is an item that you always use and they are on sale better buy it in bulk if you can. 

 

I love Daiso Dubai Mall because I think it is the only Daiso in UAE that keeps on selling new products. This time I got myself Daiso Almond Peeling Gel and Daiso Lemon Peeling Gel as can be seen in this photo:

Peeling Gels! I bought myself 6 pieces each because I know once the stocks are finished it will take time for Daiso to replenish. A tube costs only 7.00AED and contains 100grams. And for those who wants to know what is peeling gel is, it is a gentle exfoliator. I would like to say that this is big in Asia but the none of my friends and family knows about it. Even in my loop in Social Media are pretty clueless about it. So much for me for saying about it being a BIIIGGGG thing! Well maybe for those who are updated about beauty products.

I was about to say that there is no counterpart of it in western products. But then this has the same function with western facial scrubs. Peeling Gel and Facial Scrub both do the same job of skin exfoliation. But just made of different ingredients. Both I'd say are gentle on the skin. But I'm sticking around to this Daiso product because of the price. I ain't going to spend a fortune again for another product. 

Daiso Peeling Gels are available in 2 variants. Daiso Almond Peeling Gel and Daiso Lemon Peeling Gel. I know there are still some people who would not give a Daiso product a chance just because of the price and they think it will ruin their skin or something. I hope you guys will change your mind and give it a try. This has been my nth Daiso product and so far so good. That's all for now. Thanks for dropping by. 

Daiso Haul Part 7

Even though I don't hoard Daiso items anymore, I still need to come to their shop every now and then to buy a few items. Today let me share with you my mini haul when I visited the Daiso branch in Lamcy Plaza for the month of May. As you will notice there's no skin care or beauty products anymore. When I told myself I had to stop then I really stopped. Maybe being broke plays a major factor :) After all who can resist a make up and skin care, right? Last winter I was at their shop almost on weekly basis but when summer came that has changed. There are weekends that I don't even take a peek inside their shop or when I do I can refrain myself from buying anything. And as usual these photos I will be sharing with you were all taken in less than 5 minutes. Using Aperture Mode of the camera. Let's start:

Daiso Tempura Towel ~ this costs 7.00AED and contains 70 pieces. Truthfully, I am not sure if I saved money from buying this from Daiso or it is cheaper to buy something from Carrefour as Carrefour often has promo on their items too. Will compare and share it with you guys here soon. It is a paper towel that absorbs the oil in tempura or any other deep fried food. Being a woman I don't have to think about fashion and beauty only. I also need to think about household items and food!

Daiso Mouthwash ~ this costs only 7.00AED per bottle. For the longest time I had been wanting to write a post about it. Please bear in mind that this is not available in all Daiso branches across the UAE. So far the only branches I have seen that carries  Daiso mouthwash are Dubai Mall and Lamcy Plaza. Switched to Daiso Mouthwash because it is cheaper than those brands available in Carrefour. Not unless Carrefour will have a mega sale which they are doing once in a while. 

Daiso Long Towel ~ this costs 7.00AED and isn't it a bit awkward blogging about a towel? I purchased all the kitchen towels we have from ACE before and they were on sale but the last time I checked a lot of items had a price increase including towels AND all kind of towels. So when I need one for facial steaming I went ahead to get a towel only from Daiso. 

Daiso Hanger ~ this one costs 7.00AED only and it has been 6 years since the last time I bought a hanger. Comparing prices now and then there is a big difference so I am glad that I have good old Daiso to turn too whenever I need items like this one. Will use it for socks. 

Daiso Underarm Pads ~ this costs 7.00AED only per pack. Each pack contains 6 pieces or 3 pairs of sweat pads. This is not the first time that I have written about Daiso Underarm Pads. This one in the photo is Made in Japan. The previous ones I purchased were Made in China. I would just like to compare if there is a quality difference between the two. As the Made in China I'll get a 4 pairs in the same amount.

Daiso Rice Bowl ~ this costs only 3.00AED per piece as this was a SALE item. And this is not the first time that I purchased plates from Daiso. As much as I would like to share them all I still haven't got the time to take photos and each passing day I am getting busier. Believe me I'm dying to practice photography even with objects inside the house only! This is the same quality as the ones available in Carrefour but definitely cheaper. I chose this for their design. 

Once again thank you for visiting my page and that's all for now. And more Daiso Haul stories if my time will permit me to do so.

Daiso Haul Part 6

I don't buy much from Daiso anymore since the last week of April 2015. I mean I still buy but one or two items only and I don't hoard anymore. But as I had said before I have too many items accumulated from shopping in Daiso since the last quarter of 2014. Used some of them while some are still in the drawer or just tuck away somewhere in my small room/place.

Daiso Facial Plate ~ price is only 7.00AED. This is a combo of hair comb and a face massager. Not something that I really need but the curiosity got the best of me. This is an okay product. Buy it if you still have time to massage your face at night or just want to have a cute comb that will fit in your small purse. This pink color is very Kawaii.

Daiso Foaming Net ~ another Daiso product for only 7.00AED and honestly I never had a facial foaming net before. This is the first time. And I couldn't tell yet if I prefer to wash my face by my bare hands or by using this facial foaming net. 

Daiso Face Towel ~ I bought it for only 7.00AED. As usual if the price is higher than that I would not even pay attention to it. Product label says Daiso Face Towel but it doesn't look like a towel for me. It has the same purpose as the photo above. You'll out the facial wash whether foam or gel into this and you'll massage your face using this one. 

Daiso Foot Cream ~ another Daiso finds for only 7.00AED but I doubt that this is a popular Daiso product. I always find in blogs the Daiso Horse Foot Cream but this is different from that but this is also a food cream. I love it and this is already my second bottle.

Thanks for visiting my page. Will continue this some other time. That is when I use the other products and get time to take photos. I am always in a hurry in taking photos that I envy those people who carefully takes time and settings when doing so. But then this is my life. Just be happy :)

Daiso Product #10: Facial Plate

Daiso Facial Plate
Price: 7.00AED @ Daiso Lamcy Plaza
Made in China

Even without reading it can be seen in the photos on the product what it is about. But I consider this another odd item at Daiso. I mean a comb and at the same time facial plate? What is a facial plate? The only plate I know is the one I'm using whenever I eat food. I bought it out of curiosity as I never had a facial plate before. I would just like to try it out if it is good or not. If it turns out to be a bad product at least I can still use it as a comb.

The back side of the product. Until now I'm still getting confused with my camera. If I will look at the camera screen it looks like blurry but upon seeing it at the laptop then it is fine. Not really big but at least clear enough. Instructions are written in Japanese, English and Spanish. Sounds like Spanish so I take it as Spanish.

Instructions on How To Use. Let me write it down if it is too small for you. Apply lotion after washing your face. Use after applying commercially available oil or cream. Use for about 10 minutes a day. (I'm not too sure it I can use it for that long because 10 minutes is for one side of the face only so both cheeks would be 20 minutes, that is already too long for me).

How To Store: Dry well after use. 
Caution:
Do not use excessively on one area.
Individual experience and result may vary.
Stop use immediately and consult a doctor when irritation occurs.
Do not use on areas with sores or broken skin.
Do not use on abdomen during menstruation.
Do not use this product for other than its originally intended purpose.
~ Duh. I was scratching my head upon typing the 5th on the list of caution. This is for face so why would any woman do that? :)

Country of Origin. But then this one doesn't really matter as for sure there's a strict QC after all Daiso is a Japanese product. They'll surely care for their name/company/reputation. And I can't think of any harm this really product can do. 

I stopped writing this post for a while to take a bath and after doing so I tried this on my face. It is relaxing as it massage my face. But I just wish someone will do it for me haha. So in short, this is an okay product. If you want to pamper yourself a little without shedding a fortune. It is better to use it while watching TV. That's all for now. I'll be sharing more Daiso products in the days to come. Ciao!

Daiso Haul Part 5

And I am back on the 5th part of my Daiso Haul. As I have said I had been shopping at Daiso since late 2014 and from then on I already purchased a lot from the said store. Some items that takes so long for them to restock I hoard. Usually the beauty items. Like face masks and nose strips. Aside from beauty items I purchased quite a few household items and stationaries which I shared at the previous posts about my hauls from Daiso. These products that I'll be posting today are from Daiso Lamcy Plaza. My favorite branch but not my favorite mall.Let's start:

Daiso Food Container ~ I don't usually buy food containers from Daiso as they don't carry the leak proof containers like the Lock and Lock. But I got this one in pink color though the photo is blur. 3 pieces for only 7.00AED and just like in the photo I'll be using it for cooked rice to be put in the freezer. I'll write a separate post some other time about that.

Daiso Mesh Bath Bag ~ this cute bath bag is for only 7.00AED and yes I need this in the bathroom as I can't find space anymore for my growing body wash and facial wash. Will write a separate post to let you know if it will last a long time or will break easily with the weight of all the stuff I'm be storing it this bag. I really wish it will last to prove that cheap doesn't equate to poor quality.

Daiso Air Mesh Tote Bag ~ another bag that costs only 7.00AED will be using it as make up bag. It is transparent which is good so I can see what's inside easily and it has a handle so I can just hang it. Will observe if it will last a long time or not. Just like the Daiso Mesh Bath Bag above. Watch out Daiso products all of you are under observation haha.

Daiso Airtight Seal Bags ~ I'm not sure if I can use these bags for food items. Haven't check it out yet. Price is only 7.00AED and it comes in different sizes. In the past I purchased at least 3 sizes of it and they are okay especially in organizing little items like buttons, band aids, notes and etc..

Daiso Silicon Feet Mask ~ who say's mask are only for the face huh? This is for only 7.00AED and the good part is, it is reusable. Just forgive the photo as I may have a good camera but I am always in a hurry when taking photos. Between work, household chores etc. I'm always running after time. Will write a review once I use it.

That's all for today. Thanks for dropping by to my page aka my online diary. Feel free to leave comments :)

Daiso Haul Part 4

When I gathered up all the items I bought from Daiso and took photos of them so I can write a post about my Daiso Haul, I was like OMG! I didn't realized that I already bought that much. But what makes it okay is so far all the items are usable for me. So here I am again with another Daiso Haul post and probably there will still be a part 5 and 6 of it. Not too sure though. All items below I purchased from Daiso in Lamcy Plaza:

Daiso Toothpicks ~ this box that contains 300pcs costs only 7.00AED but looking at me makes me scratch my head. Because if saving money is my reason for making a purchase at Daiso I should have chosen a box that contains 1,000 pieces. I chose this box because this is Kawaii (cute) so in the end I have a cute but expensive toothpicks. Photo may not be clear but can still clearly show its cuteness.

Daiso Stationary ~ I got these on sale so each costs 3.00AED only. Until now I am still using paper and pen but I don't buy much because of the price. Obviously with my posts I have way too many items and I can't give them up for various reasons. So the option left is to find the cheapest in the market. This Kawaii stick notes is definitely dirt cheap. And I wish Daiso Lamcy Plaza would have a sale often.

Daiso Sole Sap Sheet ~ each packet costs 7.00AED. This is not always available in Daiso UAE. I bought myself a few variants but until now I can't really say if it is working or not. Used it two times and I haven't gotten around in my supposed to be experiment to be sure that the dirt after using it really comes from me or it is the natural reaction of the sole sheet when wet. I'll do that then write my feedback here. Because I am unsure if this is for real that I haven't repurchase.

Daiso Sweat Absorbent Pad ~ I know in my 3rd part of Daiso Haul I already posted a Daiso Sweat Pad but this is a different variant/color from that one. As the photo suggests you need to put these on your blouse and it will absorb the sweart from your underarms. Think about a sanitary napkin in the underarms. Sounds funny but it is a big help for me. Each packet contains 8 pieces which is good for 4 days and costs only 7.00AED. Those who doesn't like using a deodorant but don't want the sweat stains on their shirt then here's a product for you.

Daiso Measuring Spoon with Egg Separator ~ this costs for only 7.00AED. The one that I am currently using in the kitchen costed me more than 7.00AED and since it is made of steel it has become rusty over time so I decided to purchase it since it is made of plastic. And the egg separator is a bonus.

I'm enjoying writing a post about my Daiso Haul and I still have so many hauls to share but I have to go now and take a rest. Thanks for dropping by till next time..

Daiso Haul Part 3

Isn't it obvious by now how much I really love shopping at Daiso? Most of the items I really need. While some items I purchased out of curiosity. But even so it doesn't hurt me financially big time as Daiso items are affordable. Mostly are for 7.00AED only. And I'm staying away to items that happens to be higher than that amount. Welcome to my Daiso Haul Part 3:

Daiso Medical Bathing Agent ~ I'm not yet using this one and honestly I bought it without even knowing the purpose. I got this from Daiso Lamcy Plaza. I don't think that this is their regular product. They just have a few stocks of this one. It costs 7.00AED per bottle. The word 'medicated' caught my attention so I grabbed 2. I hope I'll find answers at Google regarding this one and once I find out will share them via post here.

Daiso Pore Care Pack ~ this is a Daiso Charcoal Nose Strips. Each box contains 4 pieces. A box costs only 7.00AED. Whenever I see this at Daiso I can't help buying myself one or two. This is a fast moving item at Daiso. But even so it seems that they are not stocking up. For example Daiso Mirdif City Centre doesn't have this for almost 2 months. New batch came but after a week all has been sold out and again customers who wants to buy it has to wait 'forever' for it to arrive. Looking back at all my non Daiso purchase that promises to clean up my nose properly but in the end they didn't really work for me I should have just spent that money in hauling all the Daiso Nose Strips I can get. At least this one I can attest that works properly with no fancy promises!

Daiso Charcoal Pore Pack ~ the same as the photo above but in a different packaging. Daiso Charcoal Nose Strips. Each packet contains 4 pieces of nose strips. Each packet costs 7.00AED. This is also hard to find. I was able to buy 1 packet at Dubai Mall once and I have never seen it again over there again. Bought these 5 packets from Daiso Lamcy Plaza. The last batch of their stock I guess.

Daiso BB Face Mask ~ there are two types of Daiso BB Face Mask. One is Daiso BB Face Mask with Hyaluronic Acid and the second one is BB Face Mask with Collagen. A packet contains 2 pieces of face mask. A packet would costs 7.00AED. Another fast moving item from Daiso Beauty Products. A Daiso branch would go on for weeks without a stock of it. 

Daiso Coenzyme Q10 Face Mask ~ another fast moving item at Daiso. Almost all branches are out of it for a few weeks then last week I saw at least 2 branches stock up again but then they are out of Daiso BB Face Mask. They can't bring make everything available all at once. This Daiso Coenzyme Q10 Face Mask a box has 3 pieces of face mask. And a box would costs 7.00AED. Making it cheaper than the Daiso BB Face Mask. But has a different purpose. 

Daiso Sweat Pads ~ each packet contains 8 pieces of sweat pads. One for each armpit. Means one packet is good for 4 days. A packet costs 7.00AED. When I first saw this item I was hesitant to buy it. Sounds ridiculous. But when finally I decided to buy one and used it well I came back for more variants/colors. There are days that I don't feel like wearing a deodorant or I'll just apply some cream as my underarms becoming dry so I'll just put a sweat pads on my tops/blouse and this is a big help as  I don't stink even without deodorant as it absorbs the sweat. Thankful that Japanese invented this kind of thing.

That's all for now. Till my next Daiso Haul :)

Daiso Haul Part 2

Or should I say the Daiso Lamcy Plaza Haul? As all the items are from Daiso branch located inside the Lamcy Plaza. Lamcy Plaza is not my favorite mall as it is very far from me. I am living in Ajman. And I find their escalators location weird. Daiso in Lamcy Plaza is my favorite as you'll find items that you cannot find in other branches. Plus they have items on sale. Imagine 7.0AED already is affordable so how much more if the item is less than that? Now here's the continuation of my Daiso Haul.

Daiso Diapers ~ each packet costs 7.00AED and each packet has 2 diapers. Actually it was an honest mistake. I really thought it was a sanitary napkin. I can't return it anymore as I already lost the receipt. I'm not sure if 7.00AED for 2 pieces is a dirt cheap when it comes to diapers because I don't shop for one. Lesson learned for me. Even if most of the products doesn't have an English translation there will always be photos at the back that I have to look for properly.

Daiso Sanitary Napkin ~ now this is what I can call dirt cheap. A packet contains 22 pieces. It was on sale. 2 packets for 6.00AED only. This is the cheapest that you can find in the UAE market. I hoard this one. I got myself a year supply of it. I think they still have a promo until they finish all their stocks.

Daiso Scented Candles ~ each costs only 3.00AED during sale. I'm not exactly crazy about scented candles but I wouldn't pass on this kind of sale. As scented candle is essential in our flat. Buying scented candles is cheaper than aiming for a big flat with a big kitchen with proper windows and ventilation. That's only in my dreams. So I just settle myself in buying scented candles to be lit up while cooking and while the food aroma still lingers. 

Daiso Scented Candles ~ just like the photo in above but this are with different flavors. Got them on sale for only 3.00AED each. If they are still on sale at month end and I still have extra budget with me I would definitely hoard again. If on sale my 50.00AED will go a long way. That's why I love this branch.

Daiso One Push Dispenser ~ this is for only 7.00AED and it is available in all branches of Daiso. I haven't gotten around in using it though I have it with me for months now. Will be using it for my face toner. Push pump is easier to use. 

That's all for now. Thanks for dropping by. 

Daiso Haul Part 1

Daiso is  Japanese store that sells affordable items. It is their version of Dollar Store. In the UAE items are for 7.00AED only otherwise stated. It was 2014 when I started visiting Daiso again after so many years. I stopped probably because the Daiso in Ajman is out of the way. The Daiso in Sharjah City Centre closed down. Traffic in Sharjah is heavy all the time so I don't dare go there. As I will be spending more money in taxi fare than the price of the items I'm going buy. But anyways I'm glad that I started shopping at Daiso again. Here are some hauls I made for the past few months. And can you blame me? Daiso has this weird system that you will see an item today and love it only to find out that it is not available in other branches or once they run out of it from their store they do not know when they'll have a stock again. Or will they ever have it again.  So the tendency for me is once I see it I hoard it. 

One of the main reasons why I started shopping at Daiso is when I noticed that my expenses in skin care products was draining me financially. I had to look for alternatives. Not only for skin care products as well as for the household items. If only they also have liquid items and food items for sure I'll be the first in line to buy them as well. So here are my hauls:

Daiso Ellefar Water Pack Jelly ~ this is a dupe for the popular Cure Aqua Gel. Actually Cure Aqua Gel is not available in UAE. But some online sellers do have them. Even if they becomes available in UAE market it is so expensive. I wouldn't be able to afford it, really. I'm glad that a dupe is available for it. Daiso Ellefar Water Pack Jelly or Daiso Peeling Gel is a gentle and safe exfoliator. As for me I love to use it on my nose area. As a preparation before putting a nose strips or any other products meant to clean the nose area of white heads. I found it at Daiso in Mirdif City Centre and I had a feeling that it will be hard for me to track down this item again so I purchased all their stocks that time. And yes I am right. It is not available in other branches. And Daiso MCC staff can't even tell me if they will have it again or did they even order for this item from Japan. A tube costs only 7.00AED

Sumi Charcoal Hair Treatment ~ another hard to find product from Daiso. I bought it from Daiso Lamcy Plaza. I don't think this is available in other branches. As Daiso UAE doesn't normally carries hair products. To think that even their skin care line is limited. Is this a way to make sure that consumers will only buy those expensive items? (Conspiracy Theory)... This is a hair mask. I bought all their stocks as I have a feeling that they won't stock up this item again ever and I think I am right as I'm not seeing this anymore for 2 months now. A tube would cost only 7.00AED not bad for pampering my hair than spending a 100AED or more in a parlor. 

Daiso Cleansing Water ~ this is Daiso's version of Micelle Solution. It is meant for removing make up and other dirt and impurities in the face. A bottle costs only 7.00AED but I did not hoard this one. I got myself only 2 pieces to try it out. For those who are interested to buy bear in mind that it does contain Alcohol and it is available only in Daiso Lamcy Plaza. Why do they have that system when there's only 1 owner of Daiso UAE?

Daiso Nano Hair Treatment ~ this is the most expensive item I bought from Daiso. A tube costs 14.00AED. I bought it at Daiso Lamcy Plaza. This is not available in other branches. In spite of being expensive I bought all their stocks which was only 3 pieces. And I'm not expecting them to stock up again. Because just like the Sumi Charcoal Hair Treatment mask above, I haven't seen this item again at the said branch. It has been 2 months since I made the purchase. 

Daiso Body Milk Lotion ~ a tube of this lotion costs only 7.00AED. I bought it 2 months ago together with Sumi Charcoal Hair Mask and Nano Charcoal Hair Mask at Daiso Lamcy Plaza. I got myself 2 pieces of it. And once again I'll say that this is not available in other branches of Daiso. My last visit in Daiso Lamcy Plaza I didn't notice this item anymore. It could mean only one thing, it will never be available in their branch again. This is the cheapest lotion I have seen in the UAE market. 

That's all for now. Thanks for dropping by. Will continue this post some other time.  

Daiso Product #9: Aloe Vera MakeUp Remover

Aloe Vera Makeup Remover Wipes

Price: 7.00AED [30 pcs per packet] @ Daiso

Made in Korea

One of my favorite make up removers. Aloe Vera MakeUp Remover wipes from Daiso. I know that in the market there so many brands but I haven't seen one that can beat this price as this good. This is what you can really call value for money. I got this one at Daiso in Lamcy. I am not sure if this is available in other branches. It is slightly scented but not bad at all. This can remove even the stubborn waterproof make up especially the mascara. Must buy if you are looking for a good brand but at the same time budget conscious. That's all for now. Thanks for dropping by.

Daiso Product #8: Charcoal Pore Care Pack [Nose Strips]

Daiso Charcoal Pore Pack

Natural Charcoal

4 Pieces Per Box

Price: 7.00AE @ Daiso UAE
Made in Korea

For the last 8 years here in the UAE I had been using a different brand of nose strips. I don't have a problem with that brand but then I am glad that I found Daiso Charcoal Pore Care Pack. The one I am using cost 17.00AED (6 pieces in a box). Yes, price plays a major factor why I made the switch. Daiso is cheaper. But can do the same job. Definitely no way that I'll ever use another brand again. But the downside of this Daiso is the availability. It is usually out of stock. When you see it available you better stock up or wait a long time when it will be available again.

 

As of the first weekend of April they were not available at Mirdif City Centre and Lamcy Plaza. So for this month of April even though I no longer have a budget once it becomes available I'll surely buy a dozen or so. I cannot live without nose strips as sadly white heads whether I like it or not is something I cant get rid off 100%. Nose products can only lessen them but not make them totally vanish for good.

Daiso Product #2: Ellefar Water Pack Jelly

 

Daiso Water Pack Jelly
7.00AED @ Daiso MCC
Made in Taiwan

At first I don't have any idea what is the use of Water Pack Jelly but it sounds good and interesting. And the price is affordable so upon seeing it at Daiso MCC I purchased all their stocks. There were 12 of them. I got home and immediately asked Google. Seems like this is a dupe for the popular and expensive Cure Aqua Gel from Japan. I won't be able to compare as the Cure Aqua Gel is not available in the UAE. There are some online sellers that offers it but will cost around 200.00AED or more. The price is what is holding me back. And after using this Daiso Water Pack Jelly I don't feel the need anymore to try the Cure Aqua Gel.

It is an exfoliator that claims to peel the dead skin from the face. It is unscented and you have to use it on your dry face. Rub it in and you'll see the 'dead skin' peeling away ~ but honestly I don't buy that. I don't believe that the little lumps on my face are actually the dead skin. I believe it is the product. Changing colors from clear gel to white/grayish color. It is just a marketing ploy for people to be interested. Even if it is not really peeling away the dead skin in my face I still love it and will continue to use it. It is safe to use daily but as of the moment I don't as it is hard to find in Daiso UAE. I had been checking other branches of Daiso with no luck.

After using Daiso Water Jelly Pack I can really feel that my face is cleaner. But that is not the main reason why I love using it. I already have enough facial cleansers and facial wash for cleaning my face. This product helps me a lot in the process of removing the white heads in my nose. After using I can see that all the white heads are visible  that the nose pore strip is able to remove at least 90% of them.

That's all for now. Thanks for dropping by.

20th April 2015
Got myself a new camera so I would just like to share a few photos. In case you want to look for it at the nearest Daiso to your place. I'm still struggling with the close up photos and uses mainly Aperture mode of my camera.