Var is a very subtle compound. It is more of a marathon than a sprint type of compound as far as the LM it puts on, Primo is like this too, but Var is incredible for strength.

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As far as prop, I would be wary of suggesting Test for females but I know it is done.

Let's see if AngieNY or MilleniumGirl chimes in here. They will be able to give you proper feedback from a female perspective. Mast is a DHT, so an androgen, which will have virilization symptoms.