Author: Iskra Banović

I'm Iskra Banović, editor of BluFashion and a fashion and beauty writer with over 11 years of experience covering style, trends, and everyday beauty. From runway inspiration to practical styling advice, I love making fashion feel approachable, useful, and a little more fun. I believe great style isn't about following every trend. It's about finding what works for you.

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top 10 beauty tips

As an obsessive reader of health and beauty magazines and websites, I’m constantly getting new beauty tips that are supposed to improve my skin, brighten my smile, and make my hair shine like Blake Lively’s. This information is coming at me from the people whose job it is to help me improve myself (okay, more like sell magazines), so I’m usually fine with trusting this advice. But just because I now worship coconut oil as a natural skin smoother and deep conditioner doesn’t mean that I’m going to go ahead and follow every piece of advice I read. Although these tips…

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Glitter Armpits Is the Holiday Beauty Trend

The armpit hair struggle is real. Whether we laser it off or we dye it bright pink, armpit hair will always be a point of contention. Why? Because the stigma against women’s armpit hair is deeply rooted in patriarchal ideas of feminine beauty ideals, women must be soft and youthful and the very opposite of traditional ideas of “masculine.” I noticed these rules in action when I grew my armpit hair out for a month due to an icky rash I got from a razor burn. It wasn’t necessarily what I had to do, but I admit being fascinated by my body’s ability to grow and change. After all, I never…

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Toscana Black/White Blackout Roller Blind

Blinds are one of the most important parts of your home’s décor: they keep light out, give you privacy, and can be used to add a splash of color to any room in your home. But with so many different types of blinds available on the market, from simple roller blinds all the way to blinds built into windows, it can be hard to know what type of blind you actually need in each room, unless you’re some sort of blinds expert. One room that people often buy the wrong sort of blinds for is the bedroom, as most people…

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A group of people in a shop room

Starting a business of any kind is no easy feat. At the beginning of any startup, it can seem overwhelming and like you are not going anywhere, but it takes time to build a successful store, either online or physically, and to make it successful, it is important to consider how you market the store. Keep reading below for inspiration on how to build a successful beauty shop. Create a visual identity Regardless of whether you want to create an online beauty store or a physical store – or perhaps both – you should create a visual identity as part…

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Workout Clothes for Women - A person posing for a picture

Did you know that 4 out of 5 Americans don’t get enough exercise each week? If you’ve been wanting to revitalize your fitness routine, then a simple way to motivate yourself is to get a new wardrobe. While prices are important, there are plenty of other factors you should consider as you’re browsing. Are you ready to start hunting for women’s workout clothes? Keep reading to learn 5 tips that will make finding the right workout clothes for women a breeze. 1. Consider Your Environment While Choosing Workout Clothing Where will you be doing the majority of your workouts? People…

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Selective Focus Photo of Woman in a White Bikini Sleeping Poolside

Vacation is around the corner and what could be more exciting? However, there may be that nagging thought in your head: what about my sleep? If there’s one thing that can make a vacation feel like work, it’s not sleeping well. To ensure you have the vacation of a lifetime, make sure your vacation luggage includes these sleep tools: Pillow speaker A speaker for your pillow isn’t something that a lot of people know about, but it can revolutionize your sleep. If you’re the kind of person who loves to listen to music to go to sleep at home but…

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Beautisol Tea Tan Glow Body Bronzer

Earlier this week, we picked the winner of our free Tea Tan Glow Body Bronzer giveaway. (Congrats again, Denise!) Today, we’re excited to share our review. Product Specifics: Beautisol Tea Tan Glow Body Bronzer comes in a 4-ounce pump style bottle. It retails for $25 or on auto-ship for $22.50. Included in that price is an application mitt. A tanner is a no-commitment option for a safe bit of color. It washes off at the end of the day. No DHA, so it doesn’t stink like self-tanner. How to Use It: Simply shake the bottle and pump out a single pump of…

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Beautisol: Go Slough Yourself

Beautisol: Go Slough Yourself is an exfoliator that can be used on your face and your body. This isn’t a wimpy, gentle exfoliator by any means. The dead skin cells on your body are whisked away, and your skin is left smooth and soft. Beautisol: Go Slough Yourself – Description and Directions Exfoliating your skin is key to having soft, smooth skin. It should be done regularly, and if you’re using a good product, it takes no time at all. Beautisol: Go Slough Yourself is definitely a good choice. Go Slough Yourself comes in a 4-ounce bottle. The product is white…

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partial vs full highlights blonde

You’re sitting in the salon chair, ready to go a little lighter, when your stylist asks a deceptively simple question: “Are we doing partial or full highlights?” And suddenly, you’re wondering whether you should have researched this before booking. Here’s the difference. Partial highlights lighten selected sections of your hair, usually around the face, part, and crown. Full highlights place lighter strands throughout the head, including underneath layers and the back. But there’s more to it than how many foils you leave the salon wearing. Partial highlights can brighten your face without changing everything underneath. Full highlights create more consistent…

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Tools That Every Barber Needs to Have

If you are an aspiring barber, and you want to learn about the tools that every barber must own, you have come to the right place. Cutting hair depends upon the choice and quality of tools as much as it depends upon the right technique, and you cannot work with just one of these. Knowing what the tools that a barber needs the most are and how to use these, you can complete your haircuts in the safest and finest way possible. It ensures your customer satisfaction and is good for business in general. Following are some of the most…

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How To Choose a Fitting Charm Bracelet for Women

Do you need a gift for the special woman in your life? You might want to get them a charm bracelet! A personalized charm bracelet for women is a great gift to show them that you care about their interests and hobbies, and it can help them celebrate the special moments in their life. Many people also use charms for good luck. Read this guide to find out how you can choose which kind of charm bracelet best fits their needs and personality. Types of Charm Bracelets There are many different styles of charm bracelets, so you should choose a…

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Fun Promotional Item Ideas

Did you know that 90% of people who receive a promotional product can recall the brand? Promotional products may seem like a waste of money; however, they increase brand recognition, boost sales, and even make your company stand out. Now, you may be wondering, “what promotional items should I hand out?” Don’t worry, with this guide you can find out! From the touch tool to a branded tote bags, and even a sea turtle tracking bracelet, you can learn the best promotional item ideas today! Now, are you ready to get started? Here’s a quick look at the best bulk promotional items to…

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