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 you’ve realized it or not, you have dedicated spots for sleeping, working, and casually lounging. You may do all of these activities in the same spot all day every day because of accessibility and/or a profound comfort level for that one spot. However, if you’re lucky enough to have the extra leeway to create…
Read MoreWe know you! You’re at home playing with make-up, practicing your winged liner, and double-ing up on sheet masks! Let’s take it up a notch with these 10 vegan beauty brands! Bathing Culture Bathing Culture is one of my favorite body brands when it comes to beauty. Their focus: sustainable bathing that connects you back…
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 things…
Read MoreWellness involves more than our individual self-care practices. Intersectional environmentalism sums up that the wellness of people is inextricably linked to the wellness of our planet. There are countless voices who are sharing wisdom, art, and facts to prove that taking care of all people contributes to a healthier earth. The following Instagram pages are…
Read MoreNestled between the Hudson River and the picturesque Catskill Mountains, the Hudson Valley has always been a treasured haven for those who call Upstate, New York home. Roughly two hours north of New York City, the capital of the relentless and the frenetic, the Valley offers a chance to reconnect with nature, with freedom, and…
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 now,…
Read MoreAh! Moving in together! It’s one of the best times in a relationship but can oftentimes feel scary. Daunting almost. There’s so much thought that goes into this next step and if you feel you and your partner are ready, there may be some things you should know before moving in together! Are you ready?…
Read MoreFinding the motivation to head outside — even for just a simple walk — has been weighing on me for the past month. The way out of that funk was reaching out to womxn I admire. One thing to know about the following creatives is that they make time to take care of themselves with…
Read MoreIt’s unfortunately a common emotion in our society today, anxiety. Whether you deal with it daily, occasionally or have in the past, it’s never fun. Personally anxiety is something I face every day. I tend to overthink everything, worry about the smallest things and have an underlying “anxious energy.” Sometimes I can cope pretty well…
Read MoreSummertime usually equates to humidity, heat, and lots of face sweat that tends to leave behind more acne-prone skin. Throw a mask into the mix, and something about trapping the heat or that friction is not super friendly to your skin. Even worse, facials are hard to come by right now and you need to…
Read MoreSo you are contemplating a move during the COVID-19 Pandemic? Or maybe you have to move! Or maybe your parent’s place is much bigger than your tiny studio apartment and it comes with free laundry. Whatever the case may be, there’s a natural fear that creeps in during times like these and lucky for you,…
Read MoreHaving a career takes up a big chunk of our time so none of us want it to feel like a chore. Finding your why is one of those big questions that circle throughout our whole lives. It can carry an unnecessary amount of weight that pressures us to constantly be in search of what…
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