FabSwingers.com forum: Men who moisturise

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

To all the Middle Aged men out there who use moisturiser. Is it worth it?

I was looking in the mirror this morning and thinking I look wrecked. I have a very stressful job with a company who is aggressively expanding across Europe. I am constantly tired through late nights and early starts but still manage to eat well and exercise often.

Am I looking for a quick miracle fix or does moisturiser actually do something?

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By *heVonMatterhornsCouple
over a year ago

Lincoln

I'm not exactly middle aged just yet but I moisturise every morning and was ID'd last week for alcohol so I'll take that as a compliment

LvM

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By *ad NannaWoman
over a year ago

East London

Do you drink water?

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Do you drink water?"

About 3 litres in the course of a normal day, why?

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By *emorefridaCouple
over a year ago

La la land

Is there something about your skin that you feel makes it looked wrecked?

Know if I don't stick to my skin care routine it looks worse than when I do

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By *onguesandpunsMan
over a year ago

East Midlands

Absolutely it's worth it. I moisturise, use undereye cream and after shave balm. Drinking plenty of water and not smoking also helps too! Nowt wrong with a bit moisturiser on a man, we have skin too!

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By * Sophie xTV/TS
over a year ago

Derby

Every day and if i don't then after a couple of days it's noticeable.

Nobody ever guesses my real age in person and when they do its always younger

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By *emorefridaCouple
over a year ago

La la land

"Every day and if i don't then after a couple of days it's noticeable.

Nobody ever guesses my real age in person and when they do its always younger

You're 83 aren't you?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I wouldn't spend a fortune on moisturiser or anti aging products

I do moisturise though

I use Aveeno daily moisturising lotion. It's about £3.50 to £4.00 for 200ml and it lasts me a month to 6 weeks

I just slap it on my face & head after I've showered

Stops my skin feeling dry and I've not got too many crows feet lines for a bloke my age

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I use O’keefs working hands.

Does that count?

It’s very effective and keeps my hands lovely and soft for touching ladies bottoms.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I use Black Jack moisturisers for body and face and Neutrogena Hand Cream on my hands.

Is it worth it? I think it is

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm 51 next month and have moisturised since I was about 14. I think it's been worth it

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By *ad NannaWoman
over a year ago

East London

"Do you drink water?

About 3 litres in the course of a normal day, why?"

It's very important for keeping your skin hydrated.

What do you wash your face with?

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By *omesticflightMan
over a year ago

Burton-on-Trent

I started a few months ago, can't tell a difference, but hoping that it's 'laying the groundwork' for later years, plus I do enjoy the ritual aspect and feeling fresh

I dont shave, so I have this instead

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Not middle aged yet, but have used nivea moisturiser for years.

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By *partharmonyCouple
over a year ago

Ruislip

I slap on a load of E45 after I've shaved, purely because my face feels like it's going to fall off if I don't. Luke

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Facial scrub and moisturiser. I use Man Cave or Bulldog.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"To all the Middle Aged men out there who use moisturiser. Is it worth it?

Am I looking for a quick miracle fix or does moisturiser actually do something?"

My fella like to think so , he has for years

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By *imi_RougeWoman
over a year ago

Portsmouth

From a female point if view I would say yes.

As above, Aveeno is great stuff.

Also SPF! that will prevent skin cancer and aging.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Facial scrub and moisturiser. I use Man Cave or Bulldog. "

That’s what my fell uses

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

I'm not a middle aged man but I think everyone benefits from using a moisturiser that includes sun screen. When you wash your face you remove the good oil along with the dirt, moisturiser helps replace that. Sun exposure is the main cause of skin aging, sun screen helps reduce that.

Also it feels nice to take care of yourself.

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By *onkyLemonsCouple
over a year ago

Nottingham

Bio oil (use ever other day or whenever you need it, it rehydrates tired looking skin) use a eye cream and moisturiser daily. Doesn’t have to be expensive either there’s some good ones out there just need to find what works for you.

Mrs

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

Also op no moisturiser in the world will stop lack of sleep affecting your skin. If you can, get a few more zeds vin.

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

*in

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By *cunnylassCouple
over a year ago

Exeter

I've used moisturiser for 50 years now.I dread to think what I would look like without it!

Mike

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By *elle xWoman
over a year ago

Doire Theas

I think everyone should at least be wearing an spf on their face everyday your skin will thank you for it

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I think everyone should at least be wearing spaf on their face everyday your skin will thank you for it

I wouldn’t thank you if I kissed you on the cheek and it tasted of that!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I've used moisturiser for 50 years now.I dread to think what I would look like without it!

Mike

I haven't, and now I look like Hoggle out of Labrynth! You chose the right path my friend!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I moisturise daily, but not on dry skin, usually after a shower, and again not liberally, just where I've shaved

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Honestly, just because you're a man doesn't mean you shouldn't take good care of your skin. My partner drives me mad as he never takes care of his skin as he thinks it's pointless and I guess he doesn't like how feminine it feels which is ridiculous. But on the very rare occasion he does let me give him a facial, he's honestly glowing.

SPF is probably the best thing you can do for your face. I ?wear a moisturiser with SPF50 in every single day. It's going to protect your skin and prevent wrinkles etc.

I use one by Nivea and it's usually on half price offer for £6 if you have a look around. I'd recommend that to you as you'll get both your moisturiser and sun protection in one. It's called Nivea Sun UV Face and it's not sticky and leaves your skin feeling hydrated.

It's not going to work miracles and won't repair any damage that is already done but I promise it will improve your skin and that it is worth wearing.

Also, make sure you're drinking enough water and if your skin is very dry then a hyaluronic acid would be good but I understand this is all a little confusing when you're new to skincare.

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By *elle xWoman
over a year ago

Doire Theas

"I think everyone should at least be wearing spaf on their face everyday your skin will thank you for it

I wouldn’t thank you if I kissed you on the cheek and it tasted of that!!"

You still would

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"You still would

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*drops mic*

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By *entleman JayMan
over a year ago

Wakefield

I do. I’ve found my favourite L’Oréal on special at Home Bargains. Lol.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I do. I’ve found my favourite L’Oréal on special at Home Bargains. Lol. "

Nah, way too greasy, try Bulldog

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By *erDirtyRockstarMan
over a year ago

buckinghamshire

Nivea and plenty of water is what keeps me feeling young and fun

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By * Sophie xTV/TS
over a year ago

Derby

"Every day and if i don't then after a couple of days it's noticeable.

Nobody ever guesses my real age in person and when they do its always younger

You're 83 aren't you?

See, I told you everyone thinks I look younger than I am, only last week I turned 94

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By *emorefridaCouple
over a year ago

La la land

"Every day and if i don't then after a couple of days it's noticeable.

Nobody ever guesses my real age in person and when they do its always younger

You're 83 aren't you?

See, I told you everyone thinks I look younger than I am, only last week I turned 94

Looking good Sophie, must tell me what mosituriser you use

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By * Sophie xTV/TS
over a year ago

Derby

"Every day and if i don't then after a couple of days it's noticeable.

Nobody ever guesses my real age in person and when they do its always younger

You're 83 aren't you?

See, I told you everyone thinks I look younger than I am, only last week I turned 94

Looking good Sophie, must tell me what mosituriser you use

Bitumen and then magnolia emulsion to stop the bitumen showing through

I use L'Oréal, either a 45+ or something with collagen in it and often use both a day and night version of whichever one I got on offer each time.

It does work too and I can see when I've not used it

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By *emorefridaCouple
over a year ago

La la land

"Every day and if i don't then after a couple of days it's noticeable.

Nobody ever guesses my real age in person and when they do its always younger

You're 83 aren't you?

See, I told you everyone thinks I look younger than I am, only last week I turned 94

Looking good Sophie, must tell me what mosituriser you use

Bitumen and then magnolia emulsion to stop the bitumen showing through

I use L'Oréal, either a 45+ or something with collagen in it and often use both a day and night version of whichever one I got on offer each time.

It does work too and I can see when I've not used it

I'll have to give the bitumen a go what's it's SPF rating

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By * Sophie xTV/TS
over a year ago

Derby

"Every day and if i don't then after a couple of days it's noticeable.

Nobody ever guesses my real age in person and when they do its always younger

You're 83 aren't you?

See, I told you everyone thinks I look younger than I am, only last week I turned 94

Looking good Sophie, must tell me what mosituriser you use

Bitumen and then magnolia emulsion to stop the bitumen showing through

I use L'Oréal, either a 45+ or something with collagen in it and often use both a day and night version of whichever one I got on offer each time.

It does work too and I can see when I've not used it

I'll have to give the bitumen a go what's it's SPF rating

4000328.6spf

Pretty accurate huh and ain't no sun getting through to burn my delicate skin

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By *xfordshireCoupleMFCouple
over a year ago

Nr. Oxford

I’m a skin care junkie but if I had to recommend one thing it would be sunscreen with an spf of 30 or more. There are loads of moisturisers out there that include it, one of my favourite is the Cera Ve factor 30 daily moisturiser.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

SPF SPF SPF

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Not middle aged but moisturise everyday. Aveeno is my go-to and I also moisturise my hands befor bed every night as well to stop them going dry and cracking

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Is there something about your skin that you feel makes it looked wrecked?

Know if I don't stick to my skin care routine it looks worse than when I do "

It’s always dry, blotchy and wrinkles are getting really pronounced. I have massive bags under my eyes permanently too.

Part of the problem I think is the sheer amount I sweat when I exercise because I’m at it for a few hours at a time.

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By *alty surpriseMan
over a year ago

Uttoxeter

I'd say it works I moisturise and I'm always questioned about my age.. But it could be genes

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By *emorefridaCouple
over a year ago

La la land

"Is there something about your skin that you feel makes it looked wrecked?

Know if I don't stick to my skin care routine it looks worse than when I do

It’s always dry, blotchy and wrinkles are getting really pronounced. I have massive bags under my eyes permanently too.

Part of the problem I think is the sheer amount I sweat when I exercise because I’m at it for a few hours at a time. "

That's my kind of skin type also. I've found its what I wash my face with that's important. Try an oil based cleanser or something creamy not one that strips the face.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If your outdoors a lot a sunscreen would help, I'm ourdoors more than in have noticed my skin defo needs more protection and nourishment.

I find nappy rash cream quiet usefull.

I also put moisturiser on my hands before putting gloves on. If your pretty manual dust, mud, metals really sucks the moisture out of your hands.

This is starting to sound a bit ooer mrs! Lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"If your outdoors a lot a sunscreen would help, I'm ourdoors more than in have noticed my skin defo needs more protection and nourishment.

I find nappy rash cream quiet usefull.

I also put moisturiser on my hands before putting gloves on. If your pretty manual dust, mud, metals really sucks the moisture out of your hands.

This is starting to sound a bit ooer mrs! Lol"

I also rarely put chemicals as such on my face/body, my face is washed with water, i use coconut oil for most things.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"If your outdoors a lot a sunscreen would help, I'm ourdoors more than in have noticed my skin defo needs more protection and nourishment.

I find nappy rash cream quiet usefull.

I also put moisturiser on my hands before putting gloves on. If your pretty manual dust, mud, metals really sucks the moisture out of your hands.

This is starting to sound a bit ooer mrs! Lol"

You might be onto something, normally I’d say I’m rarely out in the sun. But then I do run outside a lot and even when the sun isn’t blazing it could be affecting my skin in a harmful way. I am ginger with a fair few freckles too

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Don't drink, don't smoke, eat vegan, and I've moisturised since I was about 25.

I look about 30 despite being 47.

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By *ornyinConwyMan
over a year ago

Conwy

I use good old WD40, saves me a fortune as I don't have to buy expensive smellies either.

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By *reshcplCouple
over a year ago

pembs

Started recently and noticed the difference ina few week. Definitely worth it.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Started recently and noticed the difference ina few week. Definitely worth it."

What are you using?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Peer group pressure is applying suncream on a building site.

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By *reshcplCouple
over a year ago

pembs

"Started recently and noticed the difference ina few week. Definitely worth it.

What are you using?"

L’Oréal men expert - Hydra energetic anti fatigue

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Don't drink, don't smoke, eat vegan, and I've moisturised since I was about 25.

I look about 30 despite being 47."
can i see

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By *ingle ex cuckMan
over a year ago

chester

Vita 5 is best

About £9 a small tub

Eat melon very good for facial skin

Shave properly

Don’t smoke

Do not smoke

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By *oomarangMan
over a year ago

Chester

I turn 50 this year and I use moisturiser it does work for me anyway as I work nights myself outdoors in all weather

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By *s_macWoman
over a year ago

Traffic land

My partner moisturises head to toe every time he showers, he is black and does so to avoid his skin appearing ashy. He looks considerably younger than his 51 years.

He has the most amazing skin I’ve ever felt, and I can’t help but stroke it!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I use to get awfully dry skin. No matter what cream I used. It made little or no difference. But once I changed my diet;reduced salt intake, fresh fruit and veg, ect, and suppliments like multi vitamins (only buy expensive types) and omega 3 fish oils. Solved my dry skin issue.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Definitely works.

I use a good dot Norwegian formula Hand cream on your face every day (eyes, cheeks, forehead). It’s cheap and does the job. Ignore fashion moisturisers and fad creams - basically anything with an ingredients list that you can’t spell or don’t recognise.

Drink plenty of water and get decent sleep.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Before anyone uses moisturiser, exfoliate get rid of all the dead skin and then use the cream it will sink into your layers of skin , not sit on top of the dead skin

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Before anyone uses moisturiser, exfoliate get rid of all the dead skin and then use the cream it will sink into your layers of skin , not sit on top of the dead skin "

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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago

Dubai & Nottingham

It works for me , I do it 2-3 times a week when I remember , like flossing and nail care it’s important to keep up but I’m not obsessed. I just use gorilla spf15 from the supermarket abd give my face a good massage at the same time. I go for the odd facial when I’m at Heathrow probably should do that more often

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By *den-Valley-coupleCouple
over a year ago

Cumbria

Not every day but yes try to look after myself .

On a side note this is why women in there 40s look so much better than a lot of us guys as my wife is quick to pint out ...

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By *arker secrets 321Man
over a year ago

West Bromwich

Iv used nivea since I was 15 think it does helps stops my face feeling dry . I'm told I don't look 53 .iv ad botox on my forehead 2 iron out deep wrinkles x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

As a woman who is actively dating men in their 40s I have to say: please moisturise. Ideally, travel 20 years into the past and start moisturising.

If you’re wondering if it’s worth it, look at women who have been moisturising for years. Do you think they spent all that time keeping themselves looking good only to hang on the arm of a man who looks like a thumb that’s been in the bath too long?

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By *ebjonnsonMan
over a year ago

Maldon

I started to moisturise after shaving in my early 20’s. I was listening to the Capital Doctor with Anna Raeburn and she pointed out the importance but also to include your neck. She went on to say that your neck is a real give away as you age.

I look fucking gorgeous!

Who remembers the Capital doctor from I guess the early days of Capital radio?

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Steady, I’m not THAT bad I don’t think

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

When I don't, my skin feels either greasy or itchy and tight.

I know I'm a woman and yes I've been moisturising since my teens, but I hope this is a gender neutral answer

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I moisturise my whole body and face after every bath shower, been that way since a child.

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

"I started to moisturise after shaving in my early 20’s. I was listening to the Capital Doctor with Anna Raeburn and she pointed out the importance but also to include your neck. She went on to say that your neck is a real give away as you age.

I look fucking gorgeous!

Who remembers the Capital doctor from I guess the early days of Capital radio?"

I don't but I'd say neck and chest are just as important as face, also hands. If I had my time again I'd use moisturiser with SPF 30 and above on my face, neck and chest all year round

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By *lex46TV/TS
over a year ago

Near Wells

My skin is very dry, I've been moisturising my face every day since I was 30 and the rest of my body for the last 10 years.

My skin is very smooth and most people are 10 years out when guessing my age.

Lack of sleep and drinking alcohol doesn't help your skin.

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