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 MoreDesperate is the word I use to describe how I felt about dating. I have always been a romantic and like many people do, I hoped for a ‘happily ever after’ in my life. But after I was raped, I became desperate in another sense. I was desperate to feel love or any kind of…
Read MoreSex. It’s a natural part of life, and it’s also just fun to have. So what would you do if you knew that there are superfoods you can eat to help make your sex life even better? That’s right. More than giving your body superfood boosts in nutrition, it can also kick up your libido….
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…
Read MoreFlying can be… anything but chill. Between arriving to the airport in a timely manner, praying your bag is within the weight limit, having to take your laptop and toiletries out without clogging the TSA line, and being mushed between two strangers, it’s safe to say we lost our sh*t before we even stepped onto…
Read MoreSometimes, we as humans have a hard time identifying our shortcomings because we are simply too emotionally attached to our personal lives. Have you ever watched your friend date someone who was completely wrong for them, knowing from the sidelines that they would have a catastrophic ending? It’s like watching a movie where you know…
Read MoreLet’s talk about sex, baby. And even better- let’s talk about dating app sex and how to get the satisfaction we need and deserve from it. Hookup culture is upon us, and it’s nothing to be ashamed or scared of. But as we progress technologically as a society, we might as well have some fun…
Read MoreThese black-owned beauty brands are created by women who embody the definition of Black Girl Magic! February isn’t the only time that you should be buying from black-owned businesses, but it’s a great chance to support these brands and discover new products that will take your beauty routine from “blah” to “bangin’.” And besides –…
Read MoreWe’re a few months into the New Year and hopefully still working on those resolutions. If you’ve made it this far and are still going strong, congratulations! If you’ve fallen off the bandwagon, don’t fret, you can always hop back on without judgment. Studies show that many people abandon their resolutions by the second week…
Read MoreCurly hair is the best type of hair type out there. While I might be biased as a member of the curly haired community, the wavy, curly, and kinky hair look is where the party is. However, as many curly haired people can attest, maintaining the wild mane can be a bit brutal. Going through…
Read MoreUntil a few years ago, the only context in which I heard the word “toxic” was in regards to substances or waste. Now it seems like everywhere I turn there is a new article about how to cleanse your life and ditch your “toxic relationships.” This viral trend advocates for people, especially women, to exercise more…
Read MoreValentine’s Day is here! The day has a tendency to be a commercial day, full of cards, candy, and tons of meaningless promotions, but here at Chillhouse, we’re aiming to get back to the root of the holiday and spread love to all. To get in the spirit, read up on how Team Chill is…
Read MoreFor two weeks, I was waking up at 4am every morning for work and creative purposes. My doctor made it clear that I was clinically exhausted (hello, Bragging Rights). I could barely work out, I couldn’t eat a healthy meal because my body told me that it didn’t want that, and I could not have…
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