Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2018 i Cosmopolitan

1 Jasmine and tuberose make Gucci Bloom Acqua di Fiori ($112 for 3.4 oz., sephora.com) the sexy spring scent you need. 2. Bless Tory Burch for giving us a grown-up take on the fidget spinner in her irresistible new necklace ($198, toryburch.com). 3 With an eye-popping lineup (including Queen Bey), this year’s Coachella (April 13 to 15 and 20 to 22) is the stuff of dreams…and FOMO. But you can see several ’chella acts elsewhere this spring—like Haim, whose Sister Sister Sister tour kicks off April 3. 4 Between Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (opening April 22), Frozen (March 22), and Mean Girls (April 8), Broadway is having a serious movie moment. Whether you score tix or study the soundtracks, get in on the screen-to-stage action. 5. Reduce, reuse,…

Confessions “My sister was visiting, and we went out with my friends and a boy I’d recently started seeing. My sister was tired and asked to go home. My bestie offered to let her stay at her place so I could stay out. Later, when I took the guy home with me, we walked into my bedroom, and my sister was asleep in my bed! My friend accidentally put my address into the Uber, and since they were already there, they broke into my apartment.” —KOBLE D., GRAPHIC DESIGNER, BROOKLYN, NY “I left my favorite cropped hoodie at this dude’s place and later texted him to get it back. He sent me a picture of my sweatshirt with a dinosaur and random name printed on it. He didn’t realize it…

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What is the “green beauty” movement anyway? It’s a shift toward products and brands that consider both human and environmental health, explains Tara Foley, founder and CEO of green beauty retailer Follain. The space is growing rapidly, but unfortunately, it can be hard to distinguish between the brands and products that are actually good for you and the ones that are just jumping on the bandwagon. Brands often use terms like nontoxic, clean, organic, and natural on packaging, but that labeling isn’t regulated by the FDA, which means consumers need to do their own research when choosing the right routine for them, adds Foley. Five Key Controversial Ingredients to Avoid 1 Parabens Preservatives that may negatively impact hormone levels 2 Phthalates Chemicals (in some nail polish and fragrance) linked to…

Sustainable A macro way of sourcing ingredients that considers the long-term impact on the community and environment they’re taken from, explains Foley. Fair Trade This refers to the ethical treatment (i.e., fair pay, good working conditions) of people sourcing ingredients and making products, says Foley. Small Batch Generally, this means formulas are made, mixed, and poured by hand and not in a manufacturing line with machines, says Foley. ▸ Open your Amazon App ▸ Tap on the camera icon ▸ Choose SmileCode ▸ Scan to shop!…

You know that “signature scent” thing? For so long, it meant finding the one…for life! But let’s be real: The average Cosmo girl wears up to four fragrances because you know the power they possess. One spritz can make you feel happier; another, drop-dead sexy; then there’s that confidence booster, stress reliever…the list of feels goes on. So what are you searching for right now? Let our personality-based picta quiz guide you, then find your pick at Macy’s Scent Event (online starting March 26 and in stores March 28 through April 3), or Snap here to shop. Chief Beauty Director Home Sweet Home Which reminds you most of your fantasy crib? Ice, Ice Baby Find your go-to treat for a chill night in. Now Trending This look will have a…

1 Consider Your Motivation Are you and your significant other truly ready to take the next step in your relationship? Or are you simply trying to beat someone else you know to that romantic stage? 2 Trust Your Connection If you’re making a choice in your love life out of fear or desperation or to meet a fabricated deadline, you’re doing it wrong. Instead, allow your relationship to grow genuinely. 3 Turn Your Focus Inward Rather than obsess over what other couples are up to, do things that will help you stay centered as an individual and remind you of who you are and why you’re with your partner. 4 Get a Reality Check Reaching a romantic milestone first won’t necessarily make you happy, and it doesn’t make you better…

1 Eye-effing a total stranger on the street 2 Changing your appearance with a specific person in mind 3 Kissing someone else on the cheek but getting some lip 4 “Forgetting” to mention your boo where it would feel natural to bring them up in conversation 5 Hiding your phone from bae 6 Flirting obviously in front of your partner 7 Chatting or texting someone else every day 8 Sitting on a lap that doesn’t belong to your partner 9 Giving out your phone number 10 Holding hands with someone else…

Heart-Eyes Emoji An easy one to toss out there, it means he’s in love with whatever he’s looking at— be that you, his favorite dog on Instagram, or a delicious brunch. Big, Red Heart A simple gesture says it all. “Real, no drama—just easy, happy love,” House says. “It’s not complicated.” He’s no frills, and you two are in a great place. Kissy-Face Emoji Mwah! Through this perfect little heart-shaped kiss, he’s sending some sexy smooches your way. Other times, this can also be a sincere thank-you. Beating Heart Your texts are sending his heart racing, and he couldn’t be more excited about the way things are going. Feel free to mirror his extra enthusiasm. Yellow Heart He’s an über optimistic guy who wants to share his super-positive vibes with…

Forever used to mean “till death do us part.” These days, though, it seems many people interpret it as “until love dies.” But despite the fact that so many marriages end in divorce, staying together for many, many years is possible. It just takes work, self-awareness, and communication. Here’s what long-haul couples know. SECRET 1 THEY’RE PRACTICAL ABOUT WHAT MATTERS Truth: You can love someone with whom you have a beautiful three-month fling…or someone with whom you lie in bed, get stoned, and talk about music. There are many kinds of love—and some types aren’t meant to last; they are developmental life experiences meant to help you grow and decide what you need and want in a long-term relationship. When you find that partner, your future can’t be built on…

HYGIENE Trim your nails, go to the bathroom, and wash your hands first, says sexologist Emily Morse, host of the Sex With Emily podcast. SAFETY STIs can be passed between partners. To minimize your risk, make sure you always use protection—a condom or dental dam. COMFORT Unlike your vag, your bum isn’t self-lubricating. Use silicone lube to avoid painful friction, says Alicia Sinclair, of anal sex-toy company b-Vibe. RELAXATION If you’re too anxious, your sphincter muscles can tense up (ouch). Go slow and sync up your breathing to your boo’s gentle thrusts.…

My guy took an unprotected dip inside me. Should I take the morning-after pill? A_ Yes. Even if he was inside you for 2.5 seconds, it’s possible that his pre-ejaculate (the drops of fluid that come out of the penis before an orgasm) could have made its way into your vag and beyond, and you could get pregnant. “The chance is slim, but it’s better to be safe than sorry,” says ob-gyn Sherry Ross, MD, author of She-Ology. You have 72 hours to take emergency contraception like Plan B, which is available at most drugstores and is 89 percent effective at preventing pregnancy. I’ve put on some weight, and it’s affecting my bedroom confidence. How can I feel sexier? A_ Many women feel like this at some point, so cut…

Try Blue-Light Filtering Glasses Melatonin, a sleep hormone, surges at sunset. But blue light from screens (your phone, your TV) can squash it. Enter Felix Gray’s cute prescription and nonprescription specs (starting at $95, shopfelixgray.com), which keep your ’tonin flowing. Put Your Phone on Night Shift This setting’s warmer light can be better for your zzz’s, says Rubin Naiman, PhD. Set yours—or use an app like Twilight— from sundown to sunup. Skip Sleep Rx’s Prescription meds change your sleep cycle, disrupting your REM. Only take them occasionally (like on flights), says Naiman. If you must get a ’scrip, ask your doc how to wean off them too. Pop Melatonin Try taking a time-release tablet of .5 mg 20 minutes to an hour before bedtime. (Check with your doc first, as…

Spinach It’s a big source of magnesium and folate, two micronutrients the brain uses to create energy and stay sharp. Bell Peppers Chomp these veggies for luteolin, a type of flavonoid that may help reduce inflammation in your brain. Wild Salmon and Eggs Besides muscle-building protein, these contain DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid that helps your brain create new connections as you age. Beets These contain nitrate, which dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow to your noggin. Studies suggest a high-nitrate diet can boost brain power. Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Fat on your salad increases absorption of important compounds in greens, like carotenoids, which protect your mind from aging and can even increase processing speed. HOW BAD IS IT? Forgetting to Floss As with many things—your workout, your multivitamin— skipping…

IUD The tiny T-shaped device (there are hormonal and nonhormonal options) sits at the top of your uterus and is 99 percent effective for up to 12 years. IMPLANT Also 99 percent effective, this matchstick-size rod of hormones can be inserted under the skin of your arm and lasts up to four years. SHOT A progestin hormone injection keeps you covered for up to three months and is 94 percent* effective. VAGINAL RING The circular band releases hormones into your vagina (you have to put it up there yourself, FYI) and is fail-proof 91 percent of the time. PATCH Worn on your belly, back, or arm for three weeks a month, the hormonal adhesive is 91 percent effective. CONDOMS Rubbers are hormone-free, 85 percent effective, and the only option that…

Pay Yourself Fifty-seven percent of small businesses are supported by personal savings, according to the SBA. If you do have deep-ish pockets, funding yourself is the best way to ensure you keep total control over your company. That said, “it’s never wise to pour all your money into your business,” says millennial money expert Tonya Rapley, founder of My Fab Finance. “You need to have six months’ worth of living expenses saved before you even think about funding yourself.” Ask for Help No one is off-limits, says Karen Cahn, CEO and founder of crowdfunding platform iFundWomen. Send a short, professional e-mail with a succinct pitch, explaining your idea in no more than three sentences. Write, “I’d love to meet with you to share more. May I take you to coffee?”…

“Social media is the first place new customers go to check out a brand,” says Lucy Wallace Eustice, cofounder of accessories label MZ Wallace. “Maintain a consistent visual voice across your platforms.” That includes using the same handle for all your accounts as well as a consistent look. So if you’re trying to get a design firm off the ground, flood your channels with illustrations, along with news about opening dates and sales. On FB, create a Page (Facebook.com/ pages/create) with info on how customers can reach you, and add customizable buttons like Send Message, See Menu, or Book Appointment. You can “boost” posts from your page— aka pay to have them target specific people or appear higher in potential customers’ feeds for a fee. On Insta, make your profile…

What makes Talenti® Gelato & Sorbetto so out–of–this–world delicious? We only source the best wholesome ingredients— like fresh milk and pure cane sugar—found around the globe. We traveled all the way to Belgium for the rich, decadent chocolate that makes our gelato so exceptional. We go the extra mile for all 40 of our handcrafted flavors, to give you an authentic, premium taste in every pint. GREAT MELTING POT Real Belgian chocolate is melted and added to creamy whole milk to cook slowly and bring out the delicious intensity of flavors. DISCOVER THE TASTE Going Great Lengths for Ingredients Talenti doesn’t take shortcuts in recipes. That means traveling to Belgium for some of the richest and highest quality chocolate around the globe. Thoughtful Traditions Making gelato is a centuries–old tradition.…

LADY LIKE & LUSTY The trick to mixing prints like a pro? Vary the size of the patterns, and stay in a similar color scheme. Boom! BILLOWY & BODY CON A sleek silhouette— bonus points for daring to show some skin— pairs perfectly with a boxy anorak. CASUAL & FLASHY Don’t save sparkly sequins for a night out. Let them shine as an unexpected pop against athletic attire. Beauty Tip Opposites may attract, but matchy-matchy makeup is always a win. Try Nars The Multiple, $39. It looks amaze on both lips and lids. TOUGH & TENDER Pairing a heel with frilly things is so predictable. Rebel like the badass you are by throwing on combat boots. DENIM & DEMURE Intricate lace gets grounded by the best basic there is: a…

HOW TO COME CLEAN Gonorrhea AKA THE CLAP CLAIM TO INFAMY: Dating to ancient times, it was once treated by injecting mercury into the tip of the penis (news flash: not safe). It has bedeviled soldiers in just about every conflict (more than 100,000 Union fighters reportedly had it during the Civil War). THE NUMBERS: Around 820,000 new infections a year in the U.S. HOW YOU GET IT: Unprotected vaginal, anal, or oral sex (it lives in pre-cum, semen, and vaginal fluid). SYMPTOMS: Burning or pain while peeing; excessive, bloody, or yellow discharge; itching; bleeding between periods. But the majority of patients won’t notice anything. TREATMENT: A combo of two antibiotics— one shot, one pill. IF YOU GET IT: Tell all your sex partners from the past two months. Sex…

As women, we spend way too much time thinking and talking about our age. It’s the Goldilocks topic of womanhood—we’re always pondering whether we’re too old, too young, or just the right age to do something. Let’s stop that. Immediately. After all, age is less of a limiting factor than it’s ever been. There are teenage business owners and yoga instructors in their 70s (maybe because they do yoga?), grammar-school activists and seniorcitizen supermodels. And it’s great. It’s also very aligned with what Cosmo (and our awesome partner, Olay) believes is the right direction in which to be headed. For decades, Cosmo has been encouraging women to be fun and fearless. Now, I’m adding ageless to that list of embraceable traits. To celebrate, we’re featuring a portfolio of women who…

My happy place: In the middle of nowhere, cooking baked beans over an open fire. I think everyone in their 20s should: Go backpacking. It’s a cool way to give yourself space for selfcreation. Fave Insta account: @NASA. I have a real weakness for: Kind eyes. My best trait: Intuition. And my worst: The stereotypical Aries cons: feisty, impulsive, stubborn. My weirdest quirk: I’m too facially expressive. The last time I was nervous: Meeting Paul McCartney. I can’t stand: Someone questioning my integrity or honesty. My #MCM is: Michael Cera. If you’ve seen any of his films, then you’d know why I think he’s so great….He’s adorable. And my #WCW is: Tash Sultana. She sings and creates with her entire being. It’s tough for me to resist someone when: I…

“I was in line at a bar, and this guy struck up a conversation with me. I found out he was a pilot—swoon. He asked me to dinner the next night! We had a fantastic meal and then went back to his hotel. After we were undressed, he goes, ‘Out of all the lays on the layovers I’ve had, you’re the hottest.’ It took me a minute to figure out how gross that was. I responded, ‘How many would that be exactly?’ He replied with ‘You’re lucky number 99.’ I almost vomited. I threw on my clothes and ran down the hallway, and he tried to stop me while holding a shirt over his penis! I hope I never end up on one of his flights.” —NICOLE D. “For our…

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A VITAMIN You know this as retinol. It smooths skin texture by speeding up your natural skin-cell turnover process and increasing collagen and elastin production (proteins that keep skin firm), explains derm Joshua Zeichner, MD, who says you should apply it at night (it’s deactivated by sunlight). b VITAMIN Get familiar with two types: First, B5 (panthenol) is used in creams and gels (like Olay’s) to hydrate, while B3, niacinamide (in Ahava’s mask), brightens your skin tone and minimizes breakouts “by regulating both pigment and sebum production,” says celeb facialist and product formulator Renée Rouleau. C VITAMIN Dealing with dark spots or hyperpigmentation? Fade it with vitamin C. The ingredient suppresses melanin activity (by both lightening pigment and preventing it from forming) and also stops existing spots from getting darker,…

1. Made with 100 percent recycled paper-and-cardboard carton and a thin plastic liner, this bottle uses 60 percent less plastic than a standard one. 2. Garnier’s shampoo is produced in a lowwaste facility with 50 percent post-consumer recycled material. 3. Most bottle labels can’t be removed in the recycling process, which limits reuse. This one has a special adhesive that removes cleanly to guarantee a second life. 4. Unlike plastic toothbrushes, a plant-based one (made with bamboo and vegetable oil) is biodegradable. 5. This hairbrush is made from an all-natural, biodegradable plant starch that will break down in a landfill within five years. 6. Use a do-it-all balm to soften lips and cuticles and even tame frizz. And when the paper tube is empty? Compost it! 3 Trending Ingredients to…

“I’m currently obsessed with RMS Beauty’s new lipstick collection (especially this red shade). They perform just as well as conventional ones.” —MARTA TOPRAN, BEAUTY DIRECTOR “I use this oil nightly. It is hydrating on its own but pairs perfectly with anything I apply first.” —LEAH WYAR, CHIEF BEAUTY DIRECTOR “A body scrub that is inspired by that special French-girl je ne sais quoi but made locally in the USA...so cool!” —KATE FOSTER, ASSOCIATE BEAUTY EDITOR “This cleanser is my sensitive skin’s soul mate. It’s free of irritants, like essential oils and flower extracts, typically found in other natural lines.” —LAUREN BALSAMO, SENIOR BEAUTY EDITOR “The antioxidant serum keeps my skin bright and glowy. And it looks like a piece of art on my vanity!” —MADDIE ABERMAN, BEAUTY EDITOR “I love…

It sounds obvious, but you should date someone who makes you feel good about yourself. Yet all too often, women ignore off-color remarks or actions from a man because he’s good-looking, charming, funny, or great in bed. Well, he can be all those things…and still be a jerk. Does he listen to you? Respect your feelings? Or does he flirt with you on Friday and then ignore you on Saturday? “We’re trained to be attracted to meanness,” says Whitney Wolfe Herd, who started the dating app Bumble to try to change this. “Watch any Disney show —the little boy is mean to the little girl because he has a crazy crush on her. Then he goes home and writes her love letters at night.” Or consider the cliché fairy tale…

Toy Toaster Who wants to play with a frigid toy? Just tuck one into the Warm sleeve—it’s like a heating blanket for adult goodies. $149, babeland.com Lit Lotion The Jimmyjane Afterglow Massage Oil Candle sets the scene, and its wax melts into a silky massage oil. $29, amazon.com Slick Shooter The Pulse Warming Dispenser uses heating technology to raise the temp of water- or silicone-based lube, then drops the perfect amount into your palm. $199, lovemypulse.com Passion Player At first, Trojan Chain Reaction lube is tingly. A few seconds later, it makes your downstairs feel like it’s indulging in a warm bath. $15, target.com Hot Rod The vibrating Doc Johnson iVibe Select iWand has a warming feature that heats it to an erotic, body-safe temp. $162, docjohnson.com Cosmo’s Classic “Fire…

Bike Ride AVERAGE* RATING: 4.5 “I get the whole health-kick thing, but that bicycle seat is not the most comfortable.… Pass.” —CHRISTIAN S. Music Festival AVERAGE RATING: 6.5 “I connect with people based on their music tastes. Going to something we both enjoy would bring us closer.” —ALEX Z. Picnic AVERAGE RATING: 6.5 “Hell, yes. Picnics make phenomenal dates. It’s the perfect combo of a meal and the outdoors without being lavish.” —BEN L. Baseball Game AVERAGE RATING: 7.5 “Lots going on: food and drinks with the show and plenty of time to talk in between pitches and innings.” —THOMAS C. *BASED ON A QUICK COSMO SURVEY OF 10 GUYS…

1 You know yourself well and are honest about your strengths and weaknesses. — TRUE — FALSE 2 You get your needs met by many people, places, and ideas—not just by your partner. — TRUE — FALSE 3 You do not fear losing yourself or your identity in a relationship. — TRUE — FALSE If you answered mostly true, you are self-aware enough to know your own desires, which means you can identify qualities in a long-term partner that are complementary to your own. If you answered mostly false, you may still be exploring who you are and what’s important to you. Take the time you need to feel comfortable with yourself before jumping into a longhaul commitment.…

Massage His Perineum Knead this outer spot between his scrotum and backdoor to stimulate his prostate (an orgasmic gland inside his body). Tease the Opening With gentle pressure, rub lubed-up fingers slowly up and down the opening to the anus or around it in a circular motion. Give Good Vibration Place the heel of your palm against the opening, press up, and then rapidly move your hand left to right to arouse his prostate externally. Inch Your Way In Insert the tip of one finger, and slowly move it in and out. After a few seconds, you may be able to slide in just a wee bit more. Wiggle, and repeat.…

Just like it sounds, this term refers to grabbing some lube and placing (and pumping) his penis between your girls, says sexologist Emily Morse, host of the Sex With Emily podcast. It’s not a move for everyone’s taste though, so you may want to try some other pleasurable breast play. As things heat up, guide your mate’s tongue along your nipples. This action stimulates the same part of your brain as the clitoris does, says Morse. Or he can try kissing and blowing air into your cleavage—also known as motorboating. You may remember this term from its Wedding Crashers cameo (“You motorboating son of a bitch!”).…

Have your partner get into a high-plank position. Her body should form a straight line from head to heels. Stand behind her with your feet hip-width apart. Keeping your back straight, lower into a squat and grab your partner’s ankles. Use your legs to lift back up into a standing position (think wheelbarrow races). As your pal lowers into a push-up, bend over from your hips, keeping your back flat and knees slightly bent. As your partner returns to high plank, keep holding her legs while rising back up. That’s 1 rep. Do 4 sets of 10 reps, switching places with your partner after each set. Perform the move 3 to 5 times per week. SNAP NOW, SWEAT LATER! Take a pic of this move to bring to the gym.…

Lately, I’ve felt like I’m the last millennial still on the Pill. For as long as I can remember, my girlfriends have set daily alarms to remind themselves to pop their tiny tablets. In high school, it seemed like everyone was taking it—for acne, bad cramps, and ya know, to avoid pregnancy. In college, when more of us were actually having sex on the reg, the trusty BC Pill achieved true BFF status. But these days, well, we’re kind of growing apart. One of my pals blames it for her blood clots; another told me that taking it from age 13 to 34 was enough. One ditched it because she suspected the hormones were messing with her metabolism. I’m still swallowing it, for now…but my Pill pack has started to…

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Yes, as in a legit business plan. One study found that 78 percent of unsuccessful companies crash because they didn’t ace this crucial step. “But you don’t need an MBA to write a good one,” says Elizabeth Gore, president of Alice, a digital business adviser for women. You can download easy-to-follow templates from Alice, the U.S. Small Business Association (SBA), or the Kauffmann Foundation’s FastTrac. Spend extra time on the below key factors, and seek help from SCORE, a nonprofit that matches entrepreneurs with mentors. The Mission Statement It should be hyperspecific and short—a few sentences max, says Gore. The tone needs to match the overall vibe of your brand. So if you’re starting a line of fun, funky enamel pins to sell on Etsy, announce your goals with the…

An Accountant “They supervise the books and give you advice on keeping your dream financially alive,” says Sarah Kauss, founder and CEO of S’well water bottles. Expect to spend between $1,000 and $5,000 a year, and look for someone at a small firm. No dice? Try using online software like Zoho Books or Xero. A Lawyer Clutch for negotiating things like contracts and leases. Start by asking your friends and other small-biz owners for referrals. You can also search Lawyers.com and Avvo.com for firms in your area that specialize in newbusiness work. Discuss fee schedules in detail up front, and ask to pay hourly. An Insurance Agent All companies need general liability insurance. That’s industry jargon for coverage that protects you against things like workplace injuries and property damage. Find…

Delegate admin stuff. Farm out timeconsuming grunt work like mass e-mails, billing, and even some assistant tasks to online services like MailChimp and Leverage, says Sarah Kauss. Halt your hiring spree. You may want to staff up quickly, but it’s hard to get first hires right. “Start with part-time or contracted positions,” says Elizabeth Gore. “Businesses change so fast, and it’s harder to let someone go when they’re full-time.” Be nimble. Your first try may blow. That’s okay! Just be able to pivot. “We started in 2013 as an e-commerce site and tanked,” says Sarah LaFleur. “So we changed our business model.” Six months later, they were killing it. Don’t live in a bubble. Every industry has professional groups, like the National Restaurant Association or the Professional Beauty Association, that…

Spinach and Pancetta Pizza 1 16-oz. ball storebought pizza dough1 t. extra-virgin olive oil4 oz. thinly sliced pancetta, chopped5 oz. spinach, chopped All-purpose flour, for dusting½ lb. smoked mozzarella, grated4 large eggs, cooked sunny-side up ▸ Place the pizza dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a towel, and allow it to rest for 1 hour. ▸ Preheat oven to 500 degrees. Cook pancetta in a skillet over medium-high heat, stirring until crispy. Add spinach to pan, and stir until wilted. ▸ Place dough on a flour-dusted baking sheet, and stretch out to a ¼-inch thickness. Sprinkle with half of the cheese. Spoon spinach mixture on top of the cheese layer, and top with remaining cheese. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes. ▸ Top with eggs and serve. Adapted…

USE STRETCHY SKIN CARE Spring weather is erratic (humid one day, dry the next), which is confusing for your complexion. The solution: PCA Skin HydraLuxe Intensive Hydration, $147. It creates a flexible lipid layer on your skin that tightens or loosens with the weather (letting in less or more moisture from the air). Brilliant. RETHINK YOUR FOUNDATION The key to a face that stays in place: sheer layers. “Foundation is like nail polish,” says celebrity makeup artist Jill Powell. “If your coats are too thick, they won’t set properly and will move around throughout the day.” So start with one thin layer, then add more just where you need it. The Moisture Paradox Moisture causes frizz…and prevents it. Huh? Here’s the deal: “Hair is hygroscopic, meaning it easily absorbs water,”…

Fine When exposed to moisture, fine hair tends to fall flat, says Thevenot. This spray will block humidity so your style stays put. Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray, $25 Medium Your inbetween hair needs a lightweight cream to tame fuzziness without weighing it down. This leave-in will do the trick. Thick Keep unruly hair in check with an oil-based product. It’ll leave strands nourished and the cuticle sealed— both a must for smoothness. Coarse Since it’s prone to dryness, your hair requires rich ingredients to keep strands conditioned so they don’t pull moisture from the air. SO YOU GOT CAUGHT IN THE RAIN… If you have curly hair, use the extra body to your advantage and create a voluminous topknot, says Thevenot. If you have wavy hair, “gather it all…

DID YOU KNOW? If you write fast, you are impatient. If you write at a slower pace, it means you’re organized! Space If there’s a lot of room between your words, you may have trust issues and prefer hanging with yourself. If your spaces are narrow, you hate being left alone and constantly need company. Average-spacing peeps are self-confident and independent! Size (It matters!) If your words are large, you’re an extrovert. You are outgoing, like to be the center of attention, and ooze confidence. Write small? You’re more of an introvert. Medium? You have a good balance of both. Slant Right-leaning text means you enjoy new experiences and seek adventure. More of a lefty? You tend to shy away from the spotlight. No-slanters are practical, logical, and balanced. CROSSING…

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A millennial can inspire a movement, a boomer can start a business, and an octogenarian can find true love. Your age doesn’t define you. It doesn’t lift you or limit you—it is simply your current moment in time. The women on these pages are some of the smart, successful forces reshaping the way we think, act, and feel. They are your age and they are every age... because their accomplishments transcend a number.…

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plan·ded (noun) A planned candid, guaranteed to bring in all the Likes. Influencer Desi Perkins (she has 3.6 million followers!) shows you how to strike ’gram gold. 1 Hit Up Your Bestie Enlist a close friend or sibling to be your photog. “Have them take rapid-fire photos while you’re having a funny conversation,” says Desi. “The results are always genuine.” iPhone owners: Using your cam on Burst Mode is clutch. 2 Move Around “Whenever I overthink a shot, the stiffness translates in my photos,” says Desi. Repeating an action— like walking back and forth or sipping a drink—while your friend snaps makes things more natural. 3 Grab a Prop Feeling awk? Pick up your phone, a latte, or a cute bag. “Having something to hold and focus on can make…

The 411 on Frays “Think of your cuticles— hair’s outer layer—like roof shingles,” says Randy Schueller, cosmetic chemist and cofounder of The Beauty Brains. Anything damaging chips away at that protection, exposing and tearing into the inner cortex and separating the strand. Protein Is Key The shingles you’re losing are mostly made up of keratin. So anything that infuses protein back into your hair, like Nexxus Emergencée Treatment ($20, nexxus.com), will make it stronger. So Is Heat Protectant It can save you lots of damage down the line. L’Oréal Paris Sleek It Iron Straight Heatspray ($5, drugstores) protects hair up to 450 degrees—the hottest you should ever go. Don’t Ignore Them With time, split ends travel up the hair, forcing you to cut off more than you would have originally…

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1 Swipe Bright Apply a primer to your lids to neutralize skin discoloration— the secret to getting the truest shadow shade, says celeb makeup artist Paloma Romo. Smooth on an eye shadow that matches your outfit, stopping at your crease, then swipe the same color along the lower lash line. 2 Buff It Out With your ring finger, “use a patting motion to soften the edges,” says makeup artist Jill Powell (who created Demi’s look, here). The result: “a soft halo effect.” 3 Serve Major Lash, Minor Lip Coat your lashes—top and bottom—with a couple of layers of volumizing mascara, and finish the look with a low-key nude lip hue.…

“Sisters may be even more prone to these rivalries because they’ve been comparing themselves since childhood.” When I told my older sister that my boyfriend of a year and a half had just proposed, her reaction was not what I had expected. Within the hour, she flooded social media with posts about her own engagement to her boyfriend of three years, which had happened days earlier. Then she sent me a text: “Have fun getting married in the basement!” It was, she said, “a joke”— about how she’d have her wedding first and there’d be no funds left over for mine. After that, things got so heated that we didn’t speak for months. Unfortunately, this is a thing that happens (a lot) among sisters and also between close friends (remember…

1 Say What You Want in a Boyfriend Keep it positive, as in “Looking for a guy who can geek out in a good bookstore with me.” Or “If you work out but aren’t afraid of pizza, we’ll get along fine.” 2 Hint at Activities You Like Guys find it so much easier to take a chance when they know what you like to do. Write something like “Cinephile obsessed with classic sci-fi movies.” It will give him clues for how to impress you. 3 Name-Drop the People You Love It’s attractive to hint at having great people in your life who you care about and who care about you. Show it with a sentence like “Oldest of three sisters, so I may be a little overprotective… in a sweet…

My high school girlfriends and our husbands get together often. But when we start talking about our old classmates, my husband calls us “mean girls.” Do all guys view gossiping as mean? A_ Nope! Some guys (like me) love gossip—whether it’s harmless, a little bit mean, or anything in-between. But in your case, you have to understand why your husband seems bothered by it. When he hears your crew rip into someone as if she were the drunk girl on last night’s episode of The Bachelor, he’s probably wondering to himself, Will they talk like this about me someday? I doubt you can promise him that you won’t (hey, you can’t predict the future!). Instead, promise your husband that it’s all in good fun, and save the mean- girliest of…

IF YOU’RE THE RECEIVER Start with vaginal play to get turned on or even climax, which can help you relax. Once he heads around back, though, the vag is off-limits (alternating between the two can lead to infection)! Have your guy insert just his tip, and go deeper in later sessions. Lie on your sides in a spooning position. You’ll have more control of the speed and depth of his thrusts. Or assume the missionary position with your legs over his shoulders and a pillow propped under your butt. IF YOU’RE THE GIVER Before attempting pegging (or inserting a butt plug), warm up bae with foreplay, then some backside manual touching to make sure he’s aroused and ready, suggests Glickman. This will help make the experience smoother and more erotic…

We’re in the middle of a dreamless epidemic. And researchers are calling this national drought a public health hazard. Turns out, dreaming isn’t just when you show up naked to middle school PE class. It’s also a time when your brain and body consolidate memories, regulate negative emotions, and increase your overall well-being (that one where you’re in Harry Styles’ bedroom? #SelfCare). Which means that missing out on nighttime reveries can lead to physical and mental ails, according to a new study published in Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences. Dreams—at least, the ones you remember in the a.m.— happen during rapid eye movement, or REM, sleep. This stage, when your limbs become temporarily paralyzed and your eyes dart around under your eyelids, follows the intense slumber during…

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COSMO’S GUIDE TO Raise your hand if you’ve ever had the Sunday scaries. As in, those sinking, pre- Monday feels you get before another week at your whatever job. Yeah, it can be a slog—one you needn’t do any longer. If you’ve ever fantasized about being your own boss or setting your own hours, there is a solution. A good one: Start your own business. Hold that eye-roll. There’s never been a better time for a woman to strike out on her own. In 2017, there were 11.6 million female-owned companies in America, generating an astonishing $1.7 trillion in profits, according to American Express. Women now make up 40 percent of new entrepreneurs. Why can't you be one of them? You just need the right tools, people, and yes, money…

1 Settle on a Name It should be short, unique, and easily searchable. Try to think in two-syllable words (á la Starbucks, Twitter, Facebook, Tinder). Bonus points for wording that carries personal meaning you can later use to promote your brand’s backstory. Go to USPTO. gov to see if someone has already trademarked your first choice. If not, apply ASAP with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office on the same website. 2 File the Forms Register your business with state and local governments to make it totally legal. The whole process should cost about $300. (Google “[your state] SBA” for help.) 3 Lock Down a URL Typically, [brand name]+[industry] setups work well (for example, MILKmakeup.com). But check what’s available by searching the WHOIS.net database. Claim your domain name via host…

Truth: You’re never gonna feel like you’re a hundred percent ready to open up shop. But if you’ve completed all the above steps, it’s time to take a chance. “Someone once told me, ‘If you’re not embarrassed by your first product, you waited too long to launch,’” says Elizabeth Gore. You’re actually going to learn more about your business in its first few live weeks than you ever could while tweaking it to death pre-opening. HOW I DID IT KALILAH WRIGHT, 33, BALTIMORE, MD, FOUNDER OF THE FASHION BRAND MESS IN A BOTTLE I LAUNCHED MY COMPANY WITH $500 “I wanted to sell T-shirts with messages on them in bottles. I went to IKEA, and I spent about $80 on glass bottles. I purchased 15 T-shirts to start for $70.…

Ever dream of traveling for a living? Pulling off a perma-getaway is daunting but doable. Let full-time globe-trotter Chanel Cartell explain (she and her partner Stevo Dirnberger ’gram theirr adventures at @HowFarFromHome). Your Nonstop Travel Prep Steps WRITE A “WANDERLIST” Goals help fine-tune a planning process and motivate you into action. ADOPT AN OPEN MIND-SET From navigating cultural customs to dealing with delays, traveling requires a ton of flexibility. BUDGET AT LEAST 10 PERCENT MORE MONEY THAN YOU THINK YOU’LL NEED Unexpected expenses always crop up. For example, European hotels often add a city tax to your bill just as you’re checking out. START LIVING ON LESS RIGHT NOW The sooner you get into a savings mode, the closer you’ll be to a one-way ticket. Open a new bank account…

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