Author: Iskra Banović

I’m Iskra Banović, editor of Blufashion and the voice behind its fashion, beauty, and lifestyle stories. Fashion, beauty, and lifestyle are my playground, but I'm just as likely to share the messy side of it all, like the time I tested a "must-have" skincare gadget and ended up with glitter stuck in my hair. I love turning trends and everyday finds into something useful (and fun) for real people.

How to Balance Your Work, Personal, and Family Responsibilities

Did you know that close to 4 out of 5 people are stressed to the point of their physical health being affected as well? Even though most of us know how terrible it is to be stressed, not many people take steps to improve their mental health. If you feel like the weight of your work, personal, and family responsibilities is too heavy, the good news is there are plenty of things you can do to unburden yourself. Are you ready to take control of your health and happiness? Keep reading to learn some powerful steps that will work wonders…

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Does Putting Toothpaste On A Zit Actually Work?

You’ve probably heard the beauty hack about putting toothpaste on pimples but does it actually work? Putting toothpaste on pimples is a beauty hack that you’ve probably heard countless times, but does it actually work? If you’ve ever tried it, and I’m sure you’ve been curious or desperate enough at least once, you’ll have noticed it does seem to dry out pimples. (And it makes your face smell like mint.) But is it a good substitute for your regular acne treatments? We asked makeup artist and co-founder of The Glam App, Joey Maalouf, and Jurlique Education Manager Sara LaBree what the real deal is. (Related: This Is…

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20 Easy Coconut Oil Uses That Will Save Your Beauty Routine

Coconut oil is the inexpensive miracle product celebrities swear by. Here are 20 of the ways it can save your beauty routine. Coconut oil is the miracle product du jour. It’s organic, inexpensive, and every celebrity from Gwyneth Paltrow to Blake Lively swears by it. With that kind of a pedigree, there must be something to that coconut oil stuff. Here are 20 ways coconut oil will save your beauty routine. (Then, when you’re done with those, you can use it to cook up some broccoli for #21.)

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This Is Why You're Breaking Out On Certain Spots Of Your Face And Body

Are you always getting pesky pimples on your chin? Or do you have clear skin save for those annoying breakouts on your forehead? You’re not just randomly breaking out on areas of your face. There is a reason why you are getting pimples in that one particular spot and not others. Lindsey Fredell, a lead esthetician at George The Salon Chicago, explains, “Greatskincaree starts from the inside and then out. When your body has issues and toxins to deal with, it purges them, and it has to come out somewhere. One of the many places your body rids itself of toxins, illness, and stresses in…

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All about student housing abroad

Where to live while studying abroad? This question worries many students, especially those who are going to study in another country. Everyone dreams of a place that will meet not only all the wishes but also the financial capacity. Fortunately, the wide range of housing for students abroad allows you to find both attractive and affordable options. In this article, we will tell you about the main types of student housing abroad, the cost of living, and how to find student accommodation. Living options for students abroad Studying abroad is exciting, and the right housing will make your college years…

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7 Best Gifts for Moms

Each mother is unique, as is each family. In any case, assuming that your parent resembles a ton of our own, she might appreciate more quarrel than she lets on, and it may not generally be clear what might top the rundown – – particularly following quite a while of cushy wraparounds and film tickets. We’ve gathered together a portion of our beloved presents for this exceptional individual in your life. Enjoy these gifts. 1. Sheets and Giggles Premium Sheet Set Produced using eucalyptus, these ultra-soft sheets from Sheets and Giggles let you rest cool and easily, without developing body…

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Women's Makeup Throughout History

BuzzFeed’s video shows the evolution of beauty and makeup trends over the last 5,000 years and it is enlightening. It’s always exciting to see all of the latest beauty trends at Fashion Month and to check out all of the new makeup products hitting the shelves. We tend to focus on the newest and the most modern beauty products and fads, but it can be fascinating to sometimes look back in history to see how hair and makeup trends and beauty standards have changed over time. There’s no need to get out your history books. BuzzFeed has created a new video that shows how beauty has evolved from…

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See The Evolution Of Korean Beauty Over The Last 100 Years

Cut have released a new video with shows the evolution of Korean beauty over the past 100 years from 1910 to 2010. It is a new week, so it is the perfect time for a new beauty evolution video from the brilliant people at Cut. If you haven’t been following the series, Cut have released a few one-minute videos which show how beauty trends have changed for different ethnicities over the past 100 years. They’ve released videos about white, black, and Iranian beauty, as well as one that compares the beauty evolution of white and black women. Their latest video focuses on Korean beauty and…

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See The Glorious Evolution Of Iranian Beauty In The Past 100 Years

Cut’s new video shows how Iranian fashion and beauty trends have changed over the best 100 years from 1910 to 2010. The brilliant people at Cut have created a new video to show how beauty and fashion trends have changed over the past 100 years in Iran. (They were the ones who showed the beauty evolution of white and black women and compared the two.) The new video documents the changes in Iranian beauty from 1910 to 2010 in just over a minute. The different looks are modeled by the Iranian-American model, Sabrina Sarajy. It is a fascinating video to watch, and it’s no surprise…

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White Versus Black Beauty Trends In The Past 100 Years

These videos from Cut show how beauty trends have changed from 1910 to 2010 for white and black women in under a minute. New beauty trends emerge all of the time thanks to social media, the red carpet, and all of the new products always coming out. Even though it seems like there is some new must-have eyebrow shape or nail color every month, there are always long-lasting beauty trends that help define a decade. Think the 60s graphic eyeshadow or the more-is-more approach to color in the 80s. (Related: Best Eyeliners In Bright Colors Under $20 — And We Tried All Of Them!) Cut originally…

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How To Look Like Twiggy Beauty Tips And Tutorials Photos

If you want a look that is equal parts gamine and edgy, look no further than Twiggy. Marilyn Monroe was the glamazon, and Audrey Hepburn was the elegant lady, but Twiggy was the young, doll-faced model who made beauty (and fashion) fun in the 1960s. She not only had the enviable chopped haircut, she had the lashes as well, and lots of them (falsies and drawn on). She could work an eyeliner as well as she could a pair of Go-Go boots, and that is why her swinging 60s look is still used as inspiration for many today. Here’s how to get Twiggy’s doll lashes look: 1.…

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What Your Eyeliner Says About You

Your eyeliner style, shape, shade, and tool say a lot about your personality. What does yours say about you? If the eyes are a window to the soul, then eyeliner is the curtain that occasionally discloses what the soul is trying to communicate at any given time (or something). The makeup you choose indeed reveals aspects of your personality and depending on how you decide to frame your pretty peepers, you may be revealing quite a bit. Single Line On Top You’re a practical person who rarely drinks too much, but when you do, everyone thinks you’re hilarious (in a good way). You enjoy…

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