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Kevin Murphy shampoo buying guide featuring REPAIR-ME.WASH, PLUMPING.WASH, ANGEL.WASH, KILLER.CURLS WASH, MAXI.WASH, BLOW.DRY WASH and BLONDE.ANGEL, available at Hair Care Canad

With so many professional shampoos available, choosing the right one can feel overwhelming. Should you use Kevin Murphy HYDRATE-ME for dryness, REPAIR-ME for damaged hair, ANGEL for fine strands or PLUMPING for fuller-looking hair?

The answer depends on your hair type, texture, condition and what you want your shampoo to achieve.

Kevin Murphy is one of Canada's most sought-after professional salon hair-care brands, offering targeted shampoos and conditioners for everything from dry, dehydrated hair to fine, fragile strands, frizz, curls and colour-treated hair.

At Hair Care Canada, we're an authorized Canadian Kevin Murphy retailer. We help customers choose professional products suited to their individual hair needs, including convenient 1000ml salon-size shampoo and conditioner duos.

This complete guide compares the most popular Kevin Murphy shampoo ranges, explains the differences and helps you choose a routine that delivers the results your hair needs.

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Which Kevin Murphy Shampoo Is Best for Your Hair Type?

The easiest way to choose a Kevin Murphy shampoo is to identify your primary hair concern.

Are your strands dry? Damaged from colouring or heat? Naturally fine? Prone to frizz? Or are you looking for a shampoo that supports fuller-looking hair?

Use this comparison chart to find your best match.

Kevin Murphy Shampoo	Best For	Primary Benefit
HYDRATE-ME.WASH	Dry, dehydrated or dull hair	Moisture, softness and shine
REPAIR-ME.WASH	Damaged, brittle or overprocessed hair	Strengthening and restorative care
ANGEL.WASH	Fine, fragile or colour-treated hair	Gentle cleansing and lightweight body
PLUMPING.WASH	Fine, thinning-looking or ageing hair	Fuller-looking thickness and body
SMOOTH.AGAIN.WASH	Frizzy, coarse or unruly hair	Smoothing and manageability
YOUNG.AGAIN.WASH	Ageing, stressed or moisture-depleted hair	Nourishing, rejuvenating care
EVERLASTING.COLOUR WASH	Colour-treated hair	Colour protection and shine
BLONDE.ANGEL.WASH	Blonde, highlighted or grey hair	Purple toning and brassiness control
KILLER.CURLS WASH	Curly, wavy or textured hair	Curl-friendly cleansing and moisture
BLOW.DRY WASH	Hair regularly styled with heat	Smoothing and blow-dry preparation
MAXI.WASH	Hair with styling-product buildup	Deep cleansing and refreshing
STIMULATE-ME.WASH	Hair and scalp needing a refreshing cleanse	Invigorating scalp and hair cleansing

Our recommendation: Choose your shampoo based on your biggest concern first. Many people have more than one hair concern, but starting with the right cleansing and conditioning system makes the rest of your routine easier.

1. Kevin Murphy HYDRATE-ME.WASH — Best Shampoo for Dry Hair

If your hair feels dry, rough, dull or difficult to manage, Kevin Murphy HYDRATE-ME.WASH is one of the first products we'd recommend.

This moisturizing shampoo is designed to gently cleanse while helping replenish hydration and improve softness and shine.

Who should use HYDRATE-ME?

People with dry or dehydrated hair.
Hair that feels rough or lacks softness.
Dull strands needing additional shine.
Normal to thick hair requiring more moisture.
Colour-treated hair that feels dry after salon services.

Why choose HYDRATE-ME?

HYDRATE-ME focuses primarily on hydration rather than rebuilding heavily damaged hair.

Paired with HYDRATE-ME.RINSE, it creates a coordinated moisturizing routine designed to leave hair softer, smoother and easier to manage.

Best pairing: HYDRATE-ME.WASH + HYDRATE-ME.RINSE.

Our recommendation: Choose HYDRATE-ME when dryness and lack of moisture are your biggest concerns, especially if your hair is otherwise in reasonably good condition.

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2. Kevin Murphy REPAIR-ME.WASH — Best Shampoo for Damaged Hair

Not all dry hair is damaged, and not all damaged hair simply needs more moisture.

If your hair has become brittle, fragile or weakened by colouring, bleaching, chemical processing or frequent heat styling, Kevin Murphy REPAIR-ME.WASH may be the more appropriate choice.

Who should use REPAIR-ME?

Hair affected by chemical processing.
Bleached or heavily highlighted hair experiencing breakage.
Brittle strands that feel weak.
Hair regularly exposed to excessive heat.
Overprocessed hair needing strengthening support.

Why choose REPAIR-ME?

REPAIR-ME is formulated around strengthening and restorative care.

When paired with REPAIR-ME.RINSE, it helps improve the condition and manageability of damaged strands.

Although conditioners and treatments can improve the feel of damaged hair and reduce further breakage, they cannot permanently restore severely damaged hair fibres to their original state.

Best pairing: REPAIR-ME.WASH + REPAIR-ME.RINSE.

Our recommendation: If your hair breaks easily, feels severely weakened or has been repeatedly chemically processed, start with REPAIR-ME rather than choosing a shampoo based on hydration alone.

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Kevin Murphy HYDRATE-ME vs. REPAIR-ME: What's the Difference?

This is one of the most important comparisons when choosing a Kevin Murphy shampoo.

Hair Concern	HYDRATE-ME	REPAIR-ME
Dry or dehydrated hair	Best choice	May help if damage is also present
Chemical damage	Secondary concern	Best choice
Brittle, weakened strands	Adds moisture	Focuses on strengthening
Lack of softness and shine	Best choice	Also provides conditioning
Frequent bleaching	Useful for dryness	Better suited to weakened hair
Primary goal	Hydration	Repair-oriented care

Choose HYDRATE-ME if your hair needs moisture. Choose REPAIR-ME if your hair needs strengthening.

If your hair is both dry and damaged, a repairing routine with an appropriate moisturizing treatment may be a practical solution.

3. Kevin Murphy ANGEL.WASH — Best Shampoo for Fine, Fragile Hair

Fine hair requires special consideration.

Heavy moisturizing shampoos and conditioners can sometimes leave fine strands looking flat, particularly when they're overapplied.

Kevin Murphy ANGEL.WASH is a gentle cleansing shampoo designed for fine, fragile and colour-treated hair.

Who should use ANGEL?

Naturally fine hair.
Fragile strands that require gentle cleansing.
Colour-treated fine hair.
Hair easily weighed down by rich conditioners.
Customers seeking lightweight softness and body.

Why choose ANGEL?

ANGEL provides a balanced approach to cleansing and conditioning without making heavy nourishment the main focus.

Paired with ANGEL.RINSE, it creates a lightweight routine that supports softness, manageability and natural movement.

Best pairing: ANGEL.WASH + ANGEL.RINSE.

Our recommendation: If your hair is naturally fine, delicate or colour-treated and you want a gentle daily-care routine, ANGEL is an excellent starting point.

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4. Kevin Murphy PLUMPING.WASH — Best Shampoo for Fuller-Looking Hair

If your hair has gradually lost fullness or naturally feels fine and flat, Kevin Murphy PLUMPING.WASH is designed to help create thicker-feeling, fuller-looking hair.

The PLUMPING range is especially relevant for customers seeking additional body and a more substantial appearance.

Who should use PLUMPING?

Fine hair lacking body.
Thinning-looking hair.
Ageing hair that has lost visible fullness.
Limp hair needing additional substance.
Customers looking for a thickening shampoo and conditioner system.

Why choose PLUMPING?

PLUMPING focuses on strengthening and the appearance of thicker, fuller hair.

When paired with PLUMPING.RINSE, it provides a coordinated routine designed for customers who want more fullness without relying entirely on styling products.

For additional body, Kevin Murphy THICK.AGAIN or FULL.AGAIN can complement the cleansing and conditioning routine.

Best pairing: PLUMPING.WASH + PLUMPING.RINSE.

Our recommendation: Choose PLUMPING when your priority is greater visible fullness and thicker-feeling hair rather than simply lightweight cleansing.

Important: PLUMPING products help improve the cosmetic appearance of fullness. They should not be confused with clinically established treatments for hereditary hair loss.

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Kevin Murphy ANGEL vs. PLUMPING: Which Is Better for Fine Hair?

Both ranges can suit fine hair, but they're designed around different priorities.

Hair Concern	ANGEL	PLUMPING
Naturally fine hair	Excellent choice	Excellent choice
Fragile, delicate hair	Gentle, lightweight care	Strengthening and fuller-looking care
Fine, colour-treated hair	Particularly suitable	Depends on additional hair needs
Hair lacking visible fullness	Lightweight body	Primary focus
Thinning-looking hair	General fine-hair care	More targeted choice
Main benefit	Lightness and gentle conditioning	Thickness, fullness and body

Choose ANGEL for fine, fragile hair that needs lightweight conditioning. Choose PLUMPING for fine hair where visible fullness is the main goal.

5. Kevin Murphy SMOOTH.AGAIN.WASH — Best Shampoo for Frizzy Hair

If your hair becomes unruly in humidity, tangles easily or has a rough, frizzy texture, Kevin Murphy SMOOTH.AGAIN.WASH is worth considering.

The SMOOTH.AGAIN range is designed to support smoother, softer and more manageable hair.

Who should use SMOOTH.AGAIN?

Frizzy or unruly hair.
Coarse hair needing smoothing care.
Hair that becomes difficult to manage in humidity.
Strands prone to puffiness and flyaways.
Customers seeking a smoother finish before styling.

Why choose SMOOTH.AGAIN?

SMOOTH.AGAIN concentrates on smoothing and manageability.

Unlike PLUMPING or ANGEL, its primary purpose is not adding fullness or lightweight volume.

Best pairing: SMOOTH.AGAIN.WASH + SMOOTH.AGAIN.RINSE.

Our recommendation: Choose SMOOTH.AGAIN when frizz control and smoothness matter more than creating additional volume.

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6. Kevin Murphy YOUNG.AGAIN.WASH — Best Shampoo for Ageing and Stressed Hair

As hair changes with age, it may become drier, less resilient, rougher or harder to manage.

Kevin Murphy YOUNG.AGAIN.WASH is part of a nourishing, anti-ageing hair-care range designed to help improve the look and feel of stressed hair.

Who should use YOUNG.AGAIN?

Ageing hair requiring additional care.
Dry, stressed or brittle-feeling strands.
Hair lacking softness and shine.
Customers seeking a richer professional routine.
Hair exposed to frequent styling and environmental stress.

Why choose YOUNG.AGAIN?

The YOUNG.AGAIN range emphasizes nourishment, softness, shine and rejuvenating care for existing hair.

It is not a treatment for reversing biological ageing or restoring lost hair follicles.

Best pairing: YOUNG.AGAIN.WASH + YOUNG.AGAIN.RINSE.

Our recommendation: Choose YOUNG.AGAIN when your hair needs a more nourishing routine, particularly if it feels increasingly dry, stressed or difficult to manage.

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7. Kevin Murphy EVERLASTING.COLOUR WASH — Best for Colour-Treated Hair

Professional hair colour is an investment, and a suitable home-care routine can help maintain its appearance between salon visits.

Kevin Murphy EVERLASTING.COLOUR WASH is developed specifically for colour-treated hair.

Who should use EVERLASTING.COLOUR?

Permanently coloured hair.
Hair with salon highlights or colour services.
Customers concerned about premature colour fading.
Colour-treated hair needing added shine and manageability.
Customers seeking a dedicated colour-care routine.

Why choose EVERLASTING.COLOUR?

The range is designed around maintaining the appearance of salon colour while gently cleansing and conditioning the hair.

Best pairing: EVERLASTING.COLOUR WASH + EVERLASTING.COLOUR RINSE.

For additional care, EVERLASTING.COLOUR LEAVE-IN can complement the routine.

Our recommendation: Choose EVERLASTING.COLOUR when maintaining colour vibrancy is more important than addressing a separate concern such as severe damage.

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8. Kevin Murphy BLONDE.ANGEL.WASH — Best Purple Shampoo for Blonde and Grey Hair

Blonde, highlighted and grey hair can develop unwanted warm or yellow tones over time.

Kevin Murphy BLONDE.ANGEL.WASH is a purple toning shampoo designed to help neutralize the appearance of brassiness.

Who should use BLONDE.ANGEL?

Blonde hair developing unwanted yellow tones.
Highlighted or lightened hair.
Grey or silver hair requiring toning.
Customers maintaining cool blonde results.
Hair requiring occasional purple shampoo maintenance.

Why choose BLONDE.ANGEL?

Purple pigments help counteract the appearance of yellow tones.

However, purple shampoo isn't necessarily the best choice for every wash, especially if your hair doesn't currently need toning.

Best pairing: BLONDE.ANGEL.WASH + BLONDE.ANGEL toning treatment.

Our recommendation: Use BLONDE.ANGEL when tone correction is your priority. Alternate with a suitable moisturizing or gentle shampoo when your hair needs different care.

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9. Kevin Murphy KILLER.CURLS WASH — Best Shampoo for Curly Hair

Curly and wavy hair often needs a different balance of moisture, cleansing and manageability than straight hair.

Kevin Murphy KILLER.CURLS WASH is designed for curls and textured hair that need gentle cleansing while maintaining their natural pattern.

Who should use KILLER.CURLS?

Naturally curly hair.
Wavy or textured hair needing definition.
Curls prone to dryness and frizz.
Hair that needs improved manageability.
Customers wanting a curl-focused wash routine.

Why choose KILLER.CURLS?

The KILLER.CURLS range supports the needs of textured hair, including moisture, curl definition and frizz management.

Best pairing: KILLER.CURLS WASH + KILLER.CURLS RINSE.

For additional styling definition, a curl-specific leave-in or styling product can complete the routine.

Our recommendation: If maintaining your natural curl pattern is your primary goal, choose KILLER.CURLS rather than a general smoothing shampoo.

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10. Kevin Murphy BLOW.DRY WASH — Best for Frequent Blow-Drying

If you regularly blow-dry your hair or use heated styling tools, Kevin Murphy BLOW.DRY WASH offers a cleansing option developed around smoother, more manageable styling.

Who should use BLOW.DRY?

Customers who regularly blow-dry their hair.
Hair requiring smoother styling results.
Frizz-prone hair frequently exposed to heat.
Customers wanting a coordinated blow-dry preparation routine.

Why choose BLOW.DRY?

The BLOW.DRY range is designed to support smoothness, manageability and styling preparation.

Best pairing: BLOW.DRY WASH + BLOW.DRY RINSE.

Important: Shampoo and conditioner do not replace a dedicated heat protectant. Apply appropriate heat protection before using hot styling tools.

Our recommendation: Choose BLOW.DRY if your daily routine revolves around controlled, smooth blow-drying.

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11. Kevin Murphy MAXI.WASH — Best Clarifying Shampoo for Product Buildup

Sometimes hair doesn't need more conditioner or another styling product. It needs a thorough cleanse.

Kevin Murphy MAXI.WASH is a deep-cleansing shampoo designed to help remove styling-product buildup and refresh the hair and scalp.

Who should use MAXI.WASH?

Customers using multiple styling products.
Hair affected by product residue.
Hair that feels coated or weighed down.
Customers wanting an occasional deep cleanse.
Hair that needs refreshing before conditioning treatments.

Why choose MAXI.WASH?

It serves a different purpose than everyday moisturizing, repairing or volumizing shampoos.

Many customers use a clarifying shampoo periodically while maintaining a separate shampoo for their regular routine.

Our recommendation: Use MAXI.WASH when buildup is the concern, rather than replacing your regular shampoo automatically.

If you're concerned about hard-water mineral deposits, remember that removing styling-product residue and removing dissolved mineral deposits are not necessarily the same process.

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12. Kevin Murphy STIMULATE-ME.WASH — Best for an Invigorating Scalp Cleanse

Kevin Murphy STIMULATE-ME.WASH provides a refreshing cleansing experience, particularly appealing to customers who prefer an invigorating scalp sensation.

Who should use STIMULATE-ME?

Customers seeking a refreshing scalp cleanse.
Those who prefer invigorating shampoo formulas.
People wanting an alternative to richer conditioning shampoos.
Customers looking for a clean, refreshed scalp feel.

Our recommendation: Choose STIMULATE-ME for its cleansing and refreshing characteristics rather than expecting it to treat medical hair-loss conditions.

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Can You Mix Different Kevin Murphy Shampoos and Conditioners?

Yes. Although matching products are designed to work together, it isn't always necessary to use shampoo and conditioner from the same Kevin Murphy range.

For example:

Fine but dry hair: You may prefer a lightweight ANGEL cleansing routine with additional moisture focused on the ends.

Colour-treated and damaged hair: REPAIR-ME may be appropriate when strengthening is your priority, even if your hair is also coloured.

Curly and frizzy hair: KILLER.CURLS can support natural curl definition, with additional smoothing care as needed.

Fine hair needing more fullness: PLUMPING.WASH and PLUMPING.RINSE can be complemented with THICK.AGAIN or FULL.AGAIN styling products.

Start with a coordinated shampoo and conditioner pair where possible, then add treatments based on your hair's remaining needs.

Are Kevin Murphy 1000ml Shampoo and Conditioner Duos Worth It?

For customers who already know which Kevin Murphy products suit their hair, salon-size litre duos can provide a convenient way to purchase their regular routine.

A Kevin Murphy 1000ml bottle contains four times as much product as a 250ml bottle.

Benefits of Buying Kevin Murphy Litre Duos

More product: Two full-size 1000ml bottles of professional shampoo and conditioner.
Convenience: Fewer replacement purchases for regular users.
Better value potential: Compare the current cost per 100ml with smaller retail sizes.
Coordinated care: Matching shampoo and conditioner products.
Bundle extras: Hair Care Canada's eligible classic litre duos include two complimentary pumps and a gift.

Which Kevin Murphy Litre Duo Should You Buy?

Your Primary Hair Concern	Recommended Litre Duo
Dry or dehydrated hair	HYDRATE-ME
Damaged or brittle hair	REPAIR-ME
Fine or fragile hair	ANGEL
Fine hair needing fullness	PLUMPING
Frizzy or unruly hair	SMOOTH.AGAIN
Ageing or stressed hair	YOUNG.AGAIN
Colour-treated hair	EVERLASTING.COLOUR
Blonde or grey hair needing toning	BLONDE.ANGEL
Curly or wavy hair	KILLER.CURLS
Frequent blow-drying	BLOW.DRY

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How to Build the Right Kevin Murphy Hair Care Routine

Once you've selected your shampoo and conditioner, you can build a simple professional routine.

Step 1: Cleanse

Choose the Kevin Murphy WASH formula that best matches your primary hair concern.

Concentrate cleansing on the scalp, then rinse thoroughly.

Step 2: Condition

Apply the corresponding RINSE or conditioning treatment according to the product directions.

Focus on the lengths and ends where additional conditioning is generally needed, adjusting for your hair type.

Step 3: Treat

Add a targeted treatment only when there's a clear reason.

Examples include:

Additional moisture for dry hair.
Strengthening care for damaged strands.
Leave-in thickening care for fine hair.
Toning care for blonde or grey hair.
Additional detangling or overnight conditioning.

Step 4: Style

Choose styling products based on the results you want.

For example, fine hair may benefit from a lightweight volumizer, while curly hair may benefit from curl-defining products.

Step 5: Protect and Refresh

Apply appropriate heat protection before heat styling.

Use lightweight refreshing products between washes when needed rather than repeatedly layering heavy styling products.

Our recommendation: A shampoo, conditioner and one appropriate treatment or styling product are often enough for a straightforward professional routine.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kevin Murphy Shampoo

Which Kevin Murphy shampoo is best overall?

There isn't one Kevin Murphy shampoo that's best for everyone. HYDRATE-ME is suited to dry hair, REPAIR-ME to damaged hair, ANGEL to fine and fragile strands, and PLUMPING to customers seeking fuller-looking hair.

The right choice depends on your individual hair needs.

What is the most moisturizing Kevin Murphy shampoo?

HYDRATE-ME.WASH is a primary choice for customers seeking moisture, softness and hydration. YOUNG.AGAIN.WASH is another option for dry, stressed or ageing hair requiring nourishing care.

Is Kevin Murphy REPAIR-ME better than HYDRATE-ME?

Neither is automatically better. REPAIR-ME focuses on strengthening damaged hair, while HYDRATE-ME is primarily designed to address dryness and dehydration.

Which Kevin Murphy shampoo is best for fine hair?

ANGEL.WASH is an excellent option for fine, fragile hair requiring gentle cleansing. PLUMPING.WASH is more appropriate when the priority is fuller-looking, thicker-feeling hair.

What is the best Kevin Murphy shampoo for thinning hair?

PLUMPING.WASH is designed for fine and thinning-looking hair needing greater cosmetic fullness.

However, shampoo is not a substitute for medical treatment when hair loss is persistent or caused by an underlying condition.

Which Kevin Murphy shampoo is best for frizzy hair?

SMOOTH.AGAIN.WASH is a good choice for frizzy or unruly hair requiring smoothing care. For naturally curly hair, KILLER.CURLS may be more appropriate because it supports curl-focused needs.

Can Kevin Murphy shampoo be used on colour-treated hair?

Several Kevin Murphy shampoos are suitable for colour-treated hair. EVERLASTING.COLOUR is specifically designed for colour care, while ANGEL is an option for fine, fragile, colour-treated hair.

Is Kevin Murphy shampoo sulphate-free?

Kevin Murphy positions its shampoo range as sulphate-free and paraben-free. Always consult the current individual product ingredient information if you need to avoid a specific ingredient.

How often should I wash my hair with Kevin Murphy shampoo?

Washing frequency depends on scalp oil production, activity level, hair texture and styling habits.

Some people need frequent cleansing, while others may prefer washing less often. Choose a schedule that keeps your scalp comfortable without unnecessarily drying your hair.

Can I use Kevin Murphy MAXI.WASH every day?

MAXI.WASH is intended for deeper cleansing, particularly when styling-product buildup is present. It isn't necessarily the best daily shampoo for every hair type. Follow the product directions and adjust frequency to your needs.

Are Kevin Murphy litre duos better value than 250ml bottles?

Litre bottles contain more product and can provide better cost-per-millilitre value, depending on current pricing and promotions. Compare current product prices rather than assuming that every larger format is always cheaper.

Do Kevin Murphy 1000ml bottles include pumps?

Individual Kevin Murphy 1000ml bottles generally do not include pumps unless specified. Hair Care Canada's eligible classic litre duo bundles include two complimentary pumps, along with a gift.

Where can I buy authentic Kevin Murphy shampoo in Canada?

Hair Care Canada is an authorized Canadian retailer offering genuine Kevin Murphy shampoos, conditioners, treatments and styling products.

Customers can shop individual retail sizes, professional litre bottles and eligible shampoo-and-conditioner bundles online, with delivery across Canada.

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The best Kevin Murphy shampoo is the one that addresses your hair's actual needs.

Whether you want additional moisture, stronger-feeling hair, lightweight volume, smoother styling or improved colour care, Kevin Murphy offers targeted professional cleansing and conditioning systems.

At Hair Care Canada, we make it easy to shop authentic Kevin Murphy products from a trusted Canadian retailer.

Explore our selection of individual shampoos, conditioners, treatments and 1000ml litre duos to find the routine that suits your hair.

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