Author: Iskra Banović

Healthy space designer and mom Robin Wilson is president of Robin Wilson Home in New York City and one of the pioneers of the eco-friendly movement. As the ambassador to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA.org) and the spokesperson for consumer giant Panasonic’s line of products for the home, she’s got great tips for keeping the places where we spend the most time healthy. We’ve shared her healthy dorm room tips, and recently we spoke with her about essential tips for keeping the bedrooms of our babies, young children, and even us adults in healthy environments. “The keyword…

College students are returning to class, but dorm rooms aren’t exactly the cleanest or most sanitary living quarters in the world, and staying healthy is important to succeeding in school. Healthy space designer Robin Wilson is president of Robin Wilson Home in New York City and one of the pioneers of the eco-friendly movement. As the ambassador to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, and the spokesperson for consumer giant Panasonic’s line of products for the home, she offers these healthy dorm rooms must-haves. They’re all so easy to find at your local store and literally life savers! Disinfecting…

Tattoo designs have long been regarded in countless places throughout the years as art with special, symbolic meanings. Although most of today’s tattoos are a modern way to express many different emotions artistically, there are still some cultures which use their unique tattoos to show their allegiance, religion, or identification. Formal interest in tattoos as art has become increasingly pronounced. This is evidenced by popular television programs such as LA Ink and Miami Ink, which air on TLC, and Inked, which airs on A&E. There are even contemporary exhibitions for artists that feature tattoos specially crafted by talented artists and…

Tattoo art can be a wonderful way to express your personality. Whether you are male or female, there is undoubtedly a design that can cater to your likes, dislikes, and special interests. Whether you are interested in a fun and cute design to accent your body, a display of your best character traits, or even a statement of your beliefs or current issues, there is something for everyone. Some enthusiasts even wish to remember a loved one with a special design forever inked onto their body. The person’s initials, favorite things, or even their portrait can be used. As you…

Tribal tattoo designs are not just an ancient historical tradition anymore. They are becoming increasingly popular today, not only in their original styles but sometimes fused with modern artistic techniques. There are many different styles of tribal tattoo designs from all over the world and with many unique meanings behind them. Tribal tattoo designs normally use large amounts of black ink. This ensures a long-lasting tattoo that will not fade quickly like many other colors. However, this makes them nearly impossible to remove, so you should choose wisely when getting your special design inked onto your body. Since there are…

For some people, not much matters more than having good hair. In fact, 43% of people surveyed said they’d rather have thicker and fuller hair than more money in their wallets. If you’ve been dealing with hair loss, you might be part of that percentage yourself. In that case, have you considered scalp tattoos? Also known as micro-pigmentation or hairline tattoos, this process is a semi-permanent way to create the appearance of small hair follicles. In this short guide, we’ll tell you the most important things to know about the process so you can decide if it’s right for your…

Are you thinking about becoming one of the 18 million Americans who get plastic surgery each year? Since techniques have improved and costs have gone down, these procedures have never been more accessible. If you think that getting professional work done could boost your confidence and improve the quality of your life, then it’s always worth investing in your happiness. Have you been Googling “blepharoplasty near me” recently? You’re not alone since this is one of the most popular surgeries out there. Keep reading to learn 5 effective tips on blepharoplasty recovery. 1. Prepare to Take It Easy One common…

Christmas is the time when families get together and spend quality time. It is the perfect time to exchange gifts. We understand that the holiday season tends to be financially demanding. Your budget goes overboard – thanks to Christmas decorations and travel costs. People travel to meet their families and tickets aren’t cheap during the festive season. Are you thinking of visiting your friends and family without a Christmas gift? Please don’t do that! We are going to share some of the best personalized Christmas gift ideas. Keep reading to find out more about inexpensive and unique gift ideas for…

“I’m the most noticeably bad at making sure to utilize concealer… or possibly I simply haven’t discovered ‘the one’ yet. I ought to be placed in cosmetics imprisonment for that,” says Susan Morris, our Beauty Expert. It’s valid. Finding your blessed chalice concealer is one of the best excellence agonies ever. A valid example: For over a year, I thought I had my definitive imperfection cover on the bolt—until the day the regular light hit my face in uncovering all the orange splotches on my jawline. Yowser?! To make your life somewhat less demanding, our group comprising Dorothy Decker, our…

I have written extensively about my experiences being gaslighted and bullied in the workplace — under a pseudonym, of course — but I wanted to share some of the information I’ve learned along the way you with, dear reader, in case yourself or someone you know is being manipulated at work. You may have heard the term gaslighting but weren’t sure what it meant, or you may be enduring something at work but not have the language with which to speak about it. If you do a search for “gaslighting,” you’ll see a lot of resources around domestic abuse but very few…

Suddenly and without warning, you will become your best and most authentic self, even at parties, where normally you alternate between sullen silence and boorish jokes that always fall flat when they should have landed softly, or cut and draw blood when they were meant to tease. Now you will feel completely at ease, reconciled with every disparate part of yourself. Nothing can harm you because nothing can change you. You smile easily and often.Every day is casual Friday. Every day is casual Friday. Every day is casual Friday. You are caught in a temporal loop where Every day is…

It’s Thanksgiving Day in Canada, so naturally, I spent a bit of time this morning thinking about what I’m grateful for. There are the obvious things—the things I give thanks for every year, like my health, Sephora, my family, Jake Gyllenhaal, and my friends. But this year, I’m also feeling particularly lucky to have such wise people surrounding me. I’ve written recently about how I’ve reached a bit of a crossroads in my life–and not the fun, Britney Spears kind of crossroads, but the super shitty, what-in-the-hell-am-I-even-doing kind. I’m lucky to have friends and family who have not only rallied around me but…