Like the nucleus of a cell, the kitchen is the heart of a house. Everything happens in the kitchen and one could even say life itself happens here too. Birthday celebrations, romantic at home dates, and more. In this pandemic, I’ve been spending almost 85% of my time in the kitchen: experimenting with new recipes,…
Read MoreThe team over at Chillhouse has been going non-stop since the launch of their Chill Tips back in 2020 – with two collections in the books and tons of cult-classic Chill Merch under their wings, it was only a matter of time before they dove into their own formulated products. Since oils are a staple…
Read MoreAs you may or may not know, The Chill Times is the sister site to Chillhouse, a modern destination in New York City for all things self care, including wellness lattes, massage, and nail art (just to name a few!). Nail art is truly the bread and butter of the entire establishment, so it’s safe…
Read MoreNothing, and I really do mean nothing, relaxes me like my Gua Sha. This stone tool is small, slim, and feels just as good, if not better, than its cousin the crystal roller. Just a few minutes with this little gadget and the tension in my face melts away, relieving the clench in my jaw, the…
Read MoreWhile I’m a stickler for taking the time to mask multiple times a week (it’s for mental health, too), sometimes a girl just wants to be straight-up pampered. However, unlike those enviable few who can spend a fortune on every chemical peel and LED facial on the market, I like to time my treatments just…
Read MoreMoving apartments, rearranging furniture, and/or designing from scratch can be a messy experience — literally and figuratively. It is however some of the ways to make home feel like home, especially when having to stare at its walls for what seems like 24/7. Writer and interior stylist, Dominique Gebru, knows how to make a small…
Read MoreWhether or not you’ve heard of superfoods, you’ve probably eaten them without even realizing it. Defined as a nutrient-rich food considered to be especially beneficial for health and well-being, superfoods are filled with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and polyphenols and can be easily added to everyday meals — like smoothies — to make them feel extra…
Read MoreWhile some are busy embracing the natural look, some are still applying makeup in any form to feel a sense of normalcy again. But frankly, makeup routines for staying indoors can look quite different than the ones when going outside, and we were finding ourselves a little bored with the looks we’ve been pulling together….
Read MoreWelcome to the Wellness One-oh-Ones, a digital encyclopedia for all your wellness needs. This series is geared to tackle those everyday questions you secretly ask yourself in wonderment when you hear about a new trend. Instead of pretending to know what people are talking about, come hang with us as we uncover the latest and greatest…
Read MoreMasturbating. It’s something nearly every human does, or at least, feels the urge to do. And while men may feel free to make jokes left and right about the topic, women often feel uncomfortable talking about it. Let’s get one thing straight, though: there’s nothing “dirty” about masturbating, and it actually could improve your overall…
Read MoreWelcome to The Series, a new segment on The Chill Times designed to bring focused exercises straight to your home. With the guidance of Thea Hughes, a functional strength coach at SESSION and creative marketing consultant, we’ll be providing at-home workouts for all the areas you really care about. Check back every other Monday for…
Read MoreNow that we don’t have any other option than to stay inside, many people have found themselves with more time on their hands and are utilizing this time to try and introduce good habits into their life. For some it’s a daily run, and for someone else it might be making a dinner from scratch…
Read MoreMy idea of a therapy session involves a quick self-evaluation of my many mood swings and sometimes spiraling anxiety. The collective confusion all of our communities are facing right now is testing my own (un-certified) therapy skills even more. For any of you who prefer confronting and facing your own issues — all by yourself…
Read MoreWelcome to the Wellness One-oh-Ones, a digital encyclopedia for all your wellness needs. This series is geared to tackle those everyday questions you secretly ask yourself in wonderment when you hear about a new trend. Instead of pretending to know what people are talking about, come hang with us as we uncover the latest and greatest…
Read MoreWith Mother’s Day just around the corner and both delayed shipping and closed shops, we wanted to get ahead of the curve and serve you some amazing options to show your mom or mother figure how much they mean to you. Whether they’re just a little high strung, love a decedent beauty routine, or is…
Read MoreSelf and the City is a column intended to increase visibility and dialogue surrounding mental health, relationships, harmful stereotypes, and the necessity for self-care and vulnerability. Self and the City will be headlined by Jessa Chargois on a bi-weekly basis. Submissions and guest columnists are welcomed to send work to hannah@chillhouse.com. I believe that it…
Read MoreYour room is your safe haven, and it’s where you both start and end your day. Long story short, it’s important to keep its aura positive and bright. When you cleanse your room’s energy, you’re giving it the ability to recharge and inspire you. Smudge Some Sticks Not just any sticks, of course. I’m talking…
Read MoreIf you’re processing this period of uncertainty remotely like I am, you’re experiencing ecstatically productive highs and incredibly overwhelming lows. I’ve started countless creative projects, cluttering all available surfaces in my parent’s home in Upstate New York. However, I’ve lacked the motivation or ambition to finish them. Half painted flower pots act as a centerpiece…
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