Jojoba oil review > The miracle missing from your skincare routine Lauren Dinwoodie Contributor recently bought a bottle of jojoba oil from the supermarket for a DIY “Spa Day” with my boyfriend, expecting it to moisturize my skin after the use of various clay masks and exfoliants, which can strip the skin of its natural oils and dry it out. What I didn’t expect were the almost miracle-like effects this oil would have. I should start by noting that jojoba oil isn’t technically an oil, but rather a wax with an unusually low melting point. This allows it to maintain its liquid form at room temperature, which gives it a nice smooth texture without the greasy feel of other oils, such as coconut or olive. My skin type is dry-combination, meaning that my skin tends to be on the drier side, but may get oily or shiny throughout the day. Upon using the jojoba oil for the first time, my skin felt soft, smooth and moisturized, yet thankfully not too greasy. After that first day, I liked the feeling of the oil so much that I’ve continued to use it over the past few weeks. Since I started using it, I can narrow its positive effects down to three specific differences; I have less texture, my makeup goes on smoother and lasts longer, and the moisture levels of my skin are more balanced. The reduction in my skin texture is the most surprising and rewarding development so far in my jojoba journey. While I have fortunately never experienced severe acne aside from the odd breakout, since I was about thirteen there has always been some subtle topography on my forehead. Since this texture has resided on my face for so long, I became resigned to its permanent existence. However, within four or five days of using the jojoba oil on my face consistently morning and night, I had noticed a drastic reduction in those little bumps on my face I thought would never disappear, leaving me with plumper, smoother skin. Because of this reduction in skin texture, I have noticed that my makeup application looks better. Those who wear makeup regularly—specifically cream products like foundations, concealers, etc.—have probably noticed that these products can sometimes bring out skin texture. When I use the jojoba oil in the morning before putting on my makeup, I notice that cream products become more emollient and adhere to the skin better, allowing for a smoother application, less danger of the dreaded “cakey” appearance, and for my look to last longer. Duolingo vs. Memrise > Language app review Katie Czenczek Staff Writer f you're wanting to add a new language to your resume, travel abroad, or youre already an international student looking for some extra help, there are a variety of different apps to cater to your needs. Though these apps probably won't allow you to fully master a language, they can still help in addition to other linguistic study and practice techniques. Plus, some of them are almost like games—that beats going on Instagram in between classes! With all of the language apps on the market currently, Duolingo and Memrise are leading in downloads and reviews. Duolingo promises that 34 hours clocked on this app is equivalent to about one semester at an university level, and offers a variety of learning techniques that teach you how to read, write, and speak the language. It offers 30 different languages for English speakers, including High Valyrian and Klingon for Game of Thrones fans and Trekkies alike. Although the speaking portion of the app is too forgiving in order to properly learn pronunciation, you'd probably still be able to get by when travelling overseas. A great feature about this app is that if you make a mistake ona word or sentence, the app will ensure you come back to that question at the end of the review or lesson. The best thing about this app, in comparison to Memrise and other language apps, is that it is completely free aside from an upgrade to premium that only gets rid of ads and allows you to access the app offline. It is available on iOS, Android, and Windows mobile phones. Memrise takes the idea of educational games to a whole other level. The app’s design looks and feels like a game, and becomes almost addictive. There is even a minor story that’s played at the beginning of the app and throughout as you progress forward. This app offers up to 95 languages for English speakers, including American Sign Language (ASL), making this one of the few language app to offer ASL lessons. However, Memrise lacks the variety that Duolingo offers in terms of lessons as it relies solely on memorization rather than explaining why the language is a particular way. 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While applying another layer of oily-like substance onto the skin may seem counter-productive, it is important to note that oiliness is caused by an overproduction of sebum by the skin due to ineffective moisturizing. This is why my dry skin gets oily throughout the day. On days that I moisturize with the jojoba oil, my skin tends to adapt better, and halts the overproduction of its own oils, allowing me to maintain a glowing, yet not “glazed-donut” appearance. The bottle I bought was only fifteen dollars, and the positive effects far outweigh the price, so I would highly recommend giving jojoba oil a try as a safe, natural, and inexpensive addition to one’s skincare routine! Photo by Analyn Cuarto C C A great feature about this app is that if you make a mistake on a word or sentence, the app will ensure you come back to that question at the end of the review or lesson.” Which of these is "the duck"? & | ® cl pate have your pronunciation corrected. Another unfortunate feature of this app is that you can only access a portion of the app for free. Memrise is available on iOS and Android only. Overall, there is a reason that Duolingo is the most popular language app on the market. Though Memrise is great in terms of app design and the vast amount of language options, it el clefante las galas Image Via Google Play Store lacks the speaking option that Duolingo offers, along with having many limitations on the app unless you pay. The app is very fun and visually appealing, but I doubt that it will actually strengthens one’s knowledge of a language. If you're actually wanting to use a language app to learn a language, your best bet is to download Duolingo.