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 MoreIn the past couple of weeks, the topic of abortion has been the forefront of everyone’s minds. A new state is trending on Twitter everyday. First it was Ohio, then Georgia, and now Alabama, which caused the biggest uproar due to the passing of an almost complete ban, even in cases of rape and incest,…
Read MoreWhen you’re busy, it can be super hard to prioritize the things that really matter in life, like spending time with your favorite people, getting out into nature, or… orgasming. Now, hear me out; even though most might think that the divine orgasm is more of a luxury than a necessity, I’d argue that it’s…
Read MoreFor some, there’s nothing like a Starbucks run in the early morning to start the day. But what if I told you that your coffee runs weren’t just costing you your spare change, but your health too? Coffee, although healthy in moderation, can result in negative side effects when consumed long term. Although it may…
Read MoreHas “namaste stay in bed,” been the motto lately? Same. If you’re not hitting the yoga mat as often as you’d like, then you might need some musical motivation. I’ve rounded up three yoga playlists curated by seasoned yogis to help breathe new life into your practice. I revisit these playlists whenever I’m feeling uninspired,…
Read MoreChakra reading is nothing new, but it is definitely having a resurgence of popularity. What exactly is it? We tried it to find out. Before my reading, April Pfender prefaced it by saying I will have the opportunity to see metaphysically what is going on. April is an advanced akashic records practitioner, meditation instructor, author,…
Read MoreRemember that line in Twilight when Anna Kendrick asks Kristen Stewart how she could possible be so pale if she were from Arizona? I have a tendency to get a similar reaction from people when I tell them that my pasty complexion originated in Los Angeles, CA. Yeah, a vast majority of my friends, my mom and sister…
Read MoreMaybe it’s because I’m a college senior post spring break mania, but preventing hangovers has recently been on the forefront of my mind. Like any good wellness junkie, the thought of an all-natural supplement to prevent pounding headaches before even taking a sip of that first cocktail had me filling up my Amazon cart faster…
Read MoreTo err is human. I am no saint. I am greedy and often covet things I see, a lot of them shiny, much like a seagull. Although I wish I always had the bold confidence of Jameela Jamil, at 26 I am still scrolling through the feed of life, and a lot of the time…
Read MoreWho do you see when I tell you, “Think of someone beautiful” ? Do you see your mother? Your best friend? A supermodel? A celebrity? An athlete? A porn star? A stranger? Do you see yourself? Chances are, some of you may envision an unattainable and unrealistic standard of beauty. Far too often, youth and…
Read MoreMay is Mental Health Awareness Month (MHAM) and in celebration of many personal battles people are fighting with their own mental health, we’ve created a guide to organizations and nonprofits that are changing the game in the mental health space and providing an outlet or platform to either discuss your personal battle, explore others’ transparent…
Read MoreHair accessories are the new way to adorn yourself, the new jewelry if you will. Aside from being a huge trend for 2019, we are loving hair accessories for their magical power to transform three-day-old, lackluster tresses into a look. That’s right – hair accessories are better than dry shampoo with their ability to reverse…
Read MoreBlue light. It’s a term that we’ve only recently started hearing, but almost never in a positive light. The fact of the matter is, there’s a reason people warn against avid phone, computer, tablet, and TV usage- it’s detrimental to your eyes! In partnership with EyeBuyDirect, Team Chill got to try some blue light filtering…
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