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 MoreSustainable brands have ethos as big as the planet, maybe even the universe. From supporting Fair Trade to naturally-made resources, they stand up for our precious earth and push for environmental efforts. With so many corporate companies exploiting people overseas just to make a profit here in the U.S or using toxic chemicals that are…
Read MoreBack in March, UNIQLO — our go-to sustainable store for everything stylish — partnered with Finnish fashion design brand Marimekko to create a limited-edition collection that mixes the fashion house’s iconic playful prints with the Japanese retailer’s well-known simplistic silhouettes. The capsule collection — which can now be found online and in stores — comprises of…
Read MoreSpring has sprung here in New York City, which means we finally have a reason to go outside and give our digits a little lovin’ since they’re coming out of hibernation. But between last-season mani designs and the funky April moods that we’re all in due to mixed weather signals, it can be hard to…
Read MoreMondays, amiright? It’s a day that everyone normally dreads and prefers to completely ignore. That’s why every week, we’ll be showcasing links that will give your Mondays an instant mood lift. Whether you’re commuting to work, having an off day, or simply just want to see what’s been on Team Chill’s radar, check back every Monday…
Read MoreWhen you drop a dope site, you gotta throw a dope party, right? Last night, we brought down the (chill)house by making our new-born site come to life, and let’s just say… shit got chill. From the café to the nail salon to the massage rooms, The Chill Times took over Chillhouse with beat-bumping tunes, fresh…
Read MoreWould you believe me if I told you that I plan my manicures around my travel dates? I book my nail appointments far enough in advance that I don’t have to worry about them and coordinate the designs around the destinations (mini palms to complement my Cali adventure. Damn straight). For myself, having a well-manicured mani is…
Read MoreHave you ever looked at your bank account and wonder where all your money has gone after a beauty-wellness shopping spree? You know what I’m talking about, it’s that last-minute one-stop shop you do to replenish everything you need in your bathroom (i.e. razors, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, etc — you get it). However, when you…
Read MoreWelcome to the WATCH section. You’re here because you care about yourself. Go, you! A little about us. Chill Times is founded by the team behind Chillhouse, a downtown escape for city dwellers seeking a more attainable path to relaxation in NYC. We opened a little store in the Lower East Side about a year…
Read MoreAchieving your fitness goals doesn’t mean you should drain your wallet. New York City offers a wealth of workout classes to get you feeling strong by summer. To help you begin dreaming about warmer days, we curated a list of inexpensive (and free!) workouts that will keep your motivation up throughout spring and way into…
Read MoreHi there. Cyndi here, founder of Chillhouse & EIC of The Chill Times. We’re honored you’re here…hanging…with us. You can be anywhere else in the world, but you chose to click this link and now you’re sitting there reading this from the comfort of your home, office, subway or sidewalk. That’s pretty cool of you…
Read MoreHaving a cluttered desk is basically the equivalent of having a cluttered mind, right? When your to-do list is as high as the Empire State Building, your anxiety levels can skyrocket and zen vibes go out the door. For those of you who don’t work from home, I think we can all agree we wish our…
Read MoreBeauty is the equivalent of self-care. I mean, where would we be without our precious seven-step skin-care routines and two-hour baths? All kidding aside, having a beauty/skin-care routine can actually do wonders for your mental health and help find your zen — because sometimes, we need a little pamper pick-me-up to help us calm the…
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