Author: Iskra Banović

I don’t know about you, but I feel like finding a signature scent is just as difficult as finding a life partner. It’s like, how do you choose one unless you try them all out first? And the options are limitless, so you have to make a lot of hard decisions. Are you a floral kind of girl? Or do you want to smell like a citrus grove? The beach? The woods? What if you want to smell like everything at once or nothing at all? Instead of just making a decision and sticking with it, most of us do…

Any brand can have an amazing product, but the only way that people are going to find out about it is by: Hearing it from a friend.Seeing it in a magazine or online blog.Seeing your favorite beauty blogger rave about it. The last option seems to be the newest but the quickest to catch on. Prior to social media, we really only relied on magazines to see what the hell was going on the in beauty and fashion world, but now that we spend a good chunk of our free time on social media, it only makes sense that it…

Remember when we used to look at a magazine once a month and that was the only time when you were introduced to new beauty products? Sounds like absolute craziness when you think about it since now we’re surrounded by new products no matter where we are: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and especially YouTube. Whether you’re watching someone’s monthly favorites, a makeup tutorial, or a get ready with me video, you’re exposed to anywhere from 2 to 20 products, and chances are you started a mental list of things you’re going to purchase next time you hit up the drugstore or your local Sephora. Whether…

Obviously, you guys must all know by now that I’m not afraid to splurge on beauty products. Any beauty-obsessed girl does. It’s inevitable. But I remember when I first started to stray away from drugstore products and start to purchase high-end products, I really had no idea where to start. Now that I’m into trying even more high-end products (or “luxury” beauty products as they’re called), I am really having a hard time finding out where to start. Of course, there’s tons of room for error when you’re purchasing a $20 foundation, but one for $165? Now that’s something you want to make sure works…

Unfortunately for most of us, we don’t have a secret bank account full of cash that we can blow on all the newest beauty products (though we wish we did, of course). There are constantly new, innovative products coming out that we beauty lovers would love to have. Whether it’s a $300 wrinkle-reducing device or a foundation that will make your skin look airbrushed, beauty-philes seem to always be willing to dish out cash—even if it seems like a ridiculous price—to get something great. This is a summary of me to a T. I am constantly spending all my extra money (even…

Are you using and abusing serums, or do you think they’re a waste of time? As someone who makes a living writing beauty-related content, I have a pretty good grasp of what’s happening in the makeup and skincare world. I’m not a total pro, and there have been times when I’ve looked to you guys for help (see here and here for examples), but in general, I know what’s up. Except when it comes to serums. I don’t know what to make of them. I understand the basics–serums are lightweight moisturizers with super high concentrations of active ingredients that penetrate the skin–but should I…

The world of beauty is a huge one. For a beauty lover, walking into your local Sephora or Ulta is like a opening a whole new world of opportunity and choices. While, yes, it’s great to have thousands upon thousands of worthwhile choices for a new product that you’ll take home with you, it can also be quite overwhelming—especially within the category of lip products. While things like foundation and coverup are a bit less complicated to find—just find your shade and your desired coverage and finish, and chances are, you’ve narrowed down your choices to about two or three…

Everyone knows that your daily horoscope is the best place to turn whenever you’re faced with making tough decisions. And really, what decision could be tougher than choosing a new shade of lipstick? There are so many different colors, brands, and consistencies to pick from that even the most decisive among us can crumble in the face of the task. I’m kidding, of course. We’re all busy women with rich and full lives, so I’m sure we can all agree that lipstick shopping is probably the least stressful activity ever. However, there really are a ton of different lipstick colors to choose…

You don’t need to buy a completely new shade to get matte lips. Here are X tutorials to help you mattify your lipstick. Hello, hi, it’s been a minute since I last talked about lipstick, so here I am. Today’s topic: How to save money by learning how to mattify the shades you already own instead of shelling out for a new matte shade. I don’t know if any of you have noticed, but matte lips really came into the spotlight toward the end of last year, and if some of the celeb beauty looks on the Teen Choice Awards blue carpet are…

If you need to deal with some negative energy floating around, black tourmaline is the answer! Black tourmaline not only helps banish bad vibes but also draws in positive energy. It is just one of many colors of tourmaline that belongs to the tourmaline family, and light colors like green and pink are also popular. When treated properly, these stones can give off powerful healing properties. History We find this dark as night black crystal stone in the Amazon rainforests of Brazil and the towering peaks of Pakistan. It was first discovered in a mine near Germany back in 1400…

The honeymoon is supposed to be just about as special as, if not better than, the wedding itself. Whether it’s just a couple of days in seclusion nearby or somewhere abroad for a week or two, it should be romantic and unforgettable. Especially since work or life in general may result in a staycation anniversary celebration for the next year or so. But, how do you pick exactly where to go? While we may not be able to give you a definitive answer on that, we can try to help you have your dream honeymoon by sharing a few of…

Essences are an essential part of the Korean skincare regimen. These are the best essences you should have in your collection. If you are going to test out the Korean skincare regimen, you need to make sure you have a face essence. Essences are (no pun intended) an essential step of the routine. You generally apply your essence to your face and after you cleanse and tone. If you are unfamiliar with essences, you may be surprised at what a wide beauty category it is. Essences come in a variety of consistencies, from liquids to gels. They are also treatment essences and first essences. Essences…