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 MoreNailing a skin-care routine tailored to your wants and needs takes time, trial, error, and patience. But try doing it at a cruising altitude of 35,000 feet — and it takes aeronautical-level effort. A moisture-free cabin can wreak havoc on any complexion but fret not, a few travel-friendly items coupled with the tips outlined below…
Read MoreNatalie Portman, Ellen Degeneres, Ariana Grande, Woody Harrelson, Joaquin Phoenix…what do all these people have in common? Besides being famous and wildly successful, they all follow plant-based diets—and they’re not alone. Interest in veganism/vegetarianism has grown at a rapid rate in recent years, and the trend doesn’t seem to be stopping. Even Beyoncé has committed to…
Read MoreVacation: a wistful word that we endlessly dream about. The romance of walking through cobblestone streets, the breeziness of turquoise-lined beaches, and all the amazing Insta-worthy snaps in between. In addition to trying to fit vacations into our busy schedules, we plan them to perfection, which of course, starts with packing the perfect suitcase. But how do…
Read MoreAs you may have learned, not all sunscreens are created equal. Some are perfect for layering under your makeup, some are great for sensitive skin, some are the best for getting your sweat on…different people have different needs! But, according to a recent study, you might want to keep something else in mind when shopping…
Read MoreI experienced my first anxiety attack in the summer of 2014 while locked in the bathroom stall at my corporate fashion job. At this point, I had been living in New York City for a little over two years, but it felt like a lifetime. Up until that point, I had experienced severe digestive issues—I…
Read MoreSo you’ve finally hit rock bottom: you’ve watched the new season of Glow or Queer Eye up until the very end and your heart aches for a “Play Next Episode” button that you know will not appear (yet). Worry not, friend. We know how frustrating it can be to poke around on Netflix’s homepage until…
Read MoreSocial media is a great place to find inspiration, make connections, and kill time when you’re bored. But as much as you try to foster a positive environment online, it’s unavoidable that you might come across a couple of haters from time to time—especially if you’ve garnered a big following. Dealing with bullies has come…
Read MoreLast summer I found myself overwhelmed with anxiety and depression in a way I had never experienced before. After a breakup, a surgery, a death in my family, and a dog attack, the curious and optimistic person I had always tried to be evaporated into thin air. All of a sudden, a sad and fearful…
Read MoreThere are some things I don’t feel all the way comfortable doing in public. Until recently, I probably would have told you that wandering around with a face mask made the list—but that all changed this weekend, when I decided to take on #PDFM (public display of face masking). Over the course of 24 hours,…
Read MoreI personally consider this generation to be constantly conscious, I mean we know what body wash to use post-spin, and which moisturizer to dab after Bikram, so it was only a matter of time before we scoured the web for summer-friendly undies. No matter how sensitive a topic, though, it’s important to note that the…
Read MoreI am someone who constantly battles with anxiety. Anxiety is something that can easily eat you alive and you won’t even realize how far you have gone until you realize how far you have come. It takes practice to learn to enjoy yourself without thinking about what could have been or what should have been…
Read MorePacking the perfect beach bag is essential to surviving this year’s heat apocalypse. In addition to incorporating go-to items like a towel, sunglasses, and (duh) flippy floppies, throwing in a few heat-protectant items is imperative to keep you cool as a cucumber and baked-free from the sun—and one of the best ways to do just…
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