Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 4 2022 i Cosmopolitan

Like Maddie Ziegler, I spent my youth as a serious dancer. Unlike Maddie Ziegler, I am not now a movie star, a fashion darling, and a burgeoning Hollywood It Girl (damn it). In fact, Maddie has already lived so many famous lives by the ripe old age of 19 that she seemed like the ideal tour guide for this issue, a cover-to-cover exploration of what prestige and notoriety mean now…and why we all want them, on some level, or are at least so fascinated that we can’t look away. Because fame, of course, has its dark sides. The Amber Heard and Johnny Depp defamation trial blares through our cultural megaphone as I write this, an equally chilling and riveting thing to witness—two massive stars processing their most intimate pains in…

HONEY & SPICE, by Bolu Babalola July 5 This take on the classic fake-dating-for-convenience rom-com is both surprisingly deep and beautifully written. SHMUTZ, by Felicia Berliner July 19 A compulsively readable coming-of-age story in which a Hasidic woman confronts her porn addiction. A HUNDRED OTHER GIRLS, by Iman Hariri-Kia July 26 The Devil Wears Prada looks tame compared to this take on the magazine world. COMPLICIT, by Winnie M Li August 16 This Hollywood-isn’t-what-it’s-cracked-upto-be thriller underscores the importance of #MeToo.…

PRESENTED BY EUROPEAN WAX CENTER® For acclaimed actress Hilarie Burton, less is more. With an exciting, busy life balancing a family of four, her acting career, and her family’s working farm, Hilarie prefers a low-maintenance beauty routine. “When I need to be on set at a moment’s notice, European Wax Center gives me the confidence to transition from my real life in a super-easy and lovely way.” See how European Wax Center enhances Hilarie’s everyday life, and get inspired to feel your best self this summer! Cultivate Confidence Prioritizing mental health and feeling confident is so important to Hilarie. “I love being outside, getting exercise by planting vegetables, and cooking healthy meals. To look and feel my best, I eat as much seasonal, farm-to-table and green food as possible—mostly from…

SHIMMERY SUNSET VIBES ALL DAY Prep with a primer that contains light-reflecting pigments and SPF 30 or more (remember, daily SPF is a must for healthy, dewy skin). Then use a damp makeup sponge to tap an illuminating skin tint, in one shade deeper than your natural skin color, all over your face, neck, and chest. Finish with a few swipes of a warm-tone liquid highlighter on the high points of your face, and voilà!…

In a world where pretty much anyone can go viral on social media as long as they have a phone, internet access, and a good/bad/weird/dramatic idea, it’s become hard out there for A-listers. Well, obviously not, like, truly hard, but a bit more difficult to compete with career influencers for attention (not to mention for lucrative endorsement deals). Their solution? The expertly taken, looks-candid-but-is-almost-certainly-not streetstyle photo. Yes, I mean those paparazzi shots featuring your favorite celebrity striding from grocery store to car or from car to coffee shop in an enviable outfit. You may have saved a few to Pinterest when hoarding future wardrobe inspo. (I definitely *will* wear a fuzzy jacket and crop top combo one day.) You may have marveled at said star’s cool off-duty style, their ability…

I am a Jamaican Canadian who never took no for an answer. I’m a woman. I’m a Black woman. I’m my mother’s child. I love my family, chosen and given. I never pass up an opportunity for a prank. I am all these things, and so much more, before what is happening with my skin. I started developing vitiligo—an autoimmune condition in which the body’s immune system attacks the melanin-producing cells in skin and hair, causing depigmented patches—when was 4. (The prevalence of vitiligo in the global population varies but is about 1 percent in the U.S.) It felt incredibly isolating as a child. I vividly recall being in third grade and trying to befriend two girls who would run away from me because their mothers didn’t want them to…

Why do you feel it’s so important to love your hair? JG: Hair is one of the first things people see and it represents you as a person. How you care about your hair showcases who you are, so love and appreciate it! What are the most important steps to healthy, gorgeous hair? JG: The mindset of love and being yourself are key, then using high-quality products that nourish hair. I love OGX products for my long, curly hair, but they’re incredible on every hair texture and type. What OGX products can help keep an amazing hairstyle all day? JG: If you have a curly hair, I would recommend OGX Locking + Coconut Curls Decadent Creamy Mousse. Squeeze it onto your hands, scrunch into the hair, and let it air-dry.…

He has nearly a dozen big-deal restaurants (you may have heard of Momofuku?), a couple of streaming series, and two Michelin stars to his name, but when David Chang is cooking at home, he’s nuking his food just like the rest of us. His latest book, Cooking at Home, coauthored with Priya Krishna, features a number of tasty dishes you can make using your microwave—and only your microwave. This particular (one! bowl!) dinner is a Mexican-inspired meal he dreamed up in quarantine: “I don’t know what to call these. They are sure as hell not fajitas,” he writes. “To all the people who make great fajitas, please accept this far inferior but, in my opinion, still delicious version.” Join us in confirming: They’re delicious. Chicken “Fajita” Bowls SERVES 4 1.…

My name is Hope Blanchard, and I’m a country-pop musician. Ten years from now, I hope I won’t have to say that or to introduce myself at all. I’m hoping Hope Blanchard will be a household name. I have a lot of goals: I want to be on all the music charts, I want to win Grammys, I want to play stadiums. I want to sell out stadiums. I’m doing whatever it takes to make that happen, and since 2019, “whatever it takes” has meant leaving my “normal” life behind. But let me back up for a minute to explain that singing—wanting to do it everywhere, all the time—is something I feel in my soul. When I was little, I would invite people to my grandparents’ house for dinner so…

TUESDAY, 7 A.M. My throat is on fire. I’m in urgent care, enjoying the ASMR of the nurse’s nails clickety-clacking my symptoms into the patient dashboard. I’ve already tested, and it’s not Covid. “Any recent sexual activity?” she asks. Her judgy tone reminds me of Roz from Monsters, Inc. Should I tell her that I gave a 30-minute blow job to the hot Marine I met last weekend (remember him? And his Quantico-esque make-out moves?) and now my throat feels like the Hulk has ripped right through it? In all seriousness, though, I have heard there’s a chlamydia outbreak ravaging the city right now. I get regular STI tests and ask my partners to do the same, and so far, *knock on anything but morning wood* I have never gotten…

Leo As per usual, Cancer season is making you feel pretty meh, but you’re flipping the script when Leo season begins. The Sun and Mercury in your sign make you even more extroverted and confident in late July, and when Venus flies into your sign in August, you’re a babe magnet. Sagittarius Everyone is emotional during Cancer season, but you’re extra emo. You just can’t stick to your usual “live fast” lifestyle right now, Sag. It’s time to (temporarily) settle down and work through your feels. Don’t worry, you’ll be back to your normal self when Leo season begins. Virgo The summer begins with your thriving social life! Enjoy all the happy hours, because when Leo season starts, you’re facing a few blasts from the past—like an ex or a…

Jaida ESSENCE HALL What’s the best beauty advice you’ve received from another drag artist on or off the show? Don’t be afraid of the makeup. We can have as much fun or as little fun as we want to with it. We can always take it off and start again. It’s just makeup. If you could leave the house with only two beauty items in your bag, what would they be? First, probably a palette. Does that count as one? A palette and then a wig, because when the hair is on, the fantasy is real. What’s a beauty tip you live by? I spray my foundation brush once with setting spray. Next, I apply a pump of foundation to the brush and then spray it a second time before…

I always thought my dog Neil would be famous long before I was (he’s my pride and joy, hence my username, @NeilsMom). But after harnessing my 2020 quarantine boredom into TikTok videos about my houseplants, my thoughts on the cultural discourse du jour, and—most virally—my movie reviews, I quickly found myself with tens of thousands of followers. The number now sits just over 127,000. My content has been described (by a reliable source, my twin brother’s best friend) as “extremely niche, borderline arcane, and completely unapologetic.” They’re right that I’m confident in my opinions (here’s one: the new Dune is so boring, I had to go to the bathroom during it just to have something to do). And as a film critic by trade, I have the institutional prestige to…

PRESENTED BY UNDERSTANCE 1 The Bra-Blem: Back Bulges and Slipping Straps How annoying are straps that constantly slip? And back bulge isn’t so fun either. The Day and Night U-shaped back actually smooths back bulges and keep straps where they belong—on your shoulders. 2 The Bra-Blem: Back Pain Believe it or not, your back might hurt because of the bra you’re wearing. The super-comfy Day to Night has wider bands to take the pressure off your shoulders and back. 3 The Bra-Blem: Painful Underwire You may want a lift, but hard underwire can be uncomfortable and even poke you. The Day to Night soft, bendable FlexWireTM forms to your shape to give the lift you want without digging in. 4 The Bra-Blem: You’re Always Spilling Out If you have large breasts, your biggest bra-blem…

GET GLOWING From the runway to real life, this metallic trend has never shined brighter. Go big or add just a fleck—it all works.…

LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL No matter how simple or complex the silhouette, sequins make everything—from bikinis to kitten heels—ten times more fun. How about some more maximalist styles?…

1. BLUSH Blend this juicy cream on your cheeks for a realistic-looking flush. It instantly melts into skin, creating a stain-like effect that won’t fade or smudge. Huda Beauty Cheeky Tint Blush Stick, $25, sephora.com 2. CONCEALER Pool-day approved, this formula hides dark circles, breakouts, redness, hyperpigmentation, and more (!) without getting all creasy or cakey. Dior Backstage Flash Perfector Concealer, $29, sephora.com 3. BROW GEL It’s a tried-and-true favorite because this is true: The gel’s tiny tinted fibers will cling to your skin and hairs no matter what, giving you fuller, thicker brows. Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow+ Volumizing Eyebrow Gel, $24, sephora.com 4. FOUNDATION It’s sheer, formulated not to cause breakouts, and waterproof too, of course. In short, the perfect foundation for summer. MAC Studio Radiance Face and Body…

Once upon a time (aka before you read this story), common leftovers were one of two things: an unsatisfying, begrudgingly eaten lunch or fuzzy-mold-coated fridge furniture. And now, dear reader, they are this—an entirely new, taste-bud-tantalizing meal. See for yourself. 1. Recycled-Bagel Strata Day(s)-old bagels won’t get soggy in this savory bread-pudding-like breakfast casserole (feast your eyes on the previous page). Slice 3 or 4 bagels into bite-size pieces and coat them with a few tablespoons of mayonnaise. In a separate bowl, whisk 8 or 9 eggs with a few cups of milk and anything else you want. Yes, anything—shredded cheese, chives, precooked bacon, chopped veggies, everything bagel seasoning, whatever. Pour the bagel pieces into a greased casserole dish and douse them with your eggy concoction. Cover and refrigerate anywhere…

No shame to the Grand Canyon, but sometimes you just need a national park not overrun with tour buses and selfie sticks. But also a national park that’s close to legitimately good food and legitimately cool lodging (you know, if pitching a tent isn’t your thing). In short, what you need is Bryce Canyon. About a four-hour drive from the Salt Lake City and Las Vegas airports, the national park, with its fantastical rock formations known as hoodoos, is as of yet relatively uncrowded. Keep reading to get ready to strap on your Tevas for epic hikes, magical night skies, alfresco eating, and next-level glamping. Where to Stay Unless you are planning on camping (hey, to each their own), the Lodge at Bryce Canyon is your only actual-room-with-an-actual-bed option for…

A Sorry, but you kind of do. Just to state the obvious, your late-night scrolling or snacking or other not-great sleep hygiene habits aren’t doing you any favors. And look, we get it: Life basically conspires to force us into these bad practices. But you can start getting better rest by establishing a routine and sticking to it—every single night. That could mean taking a hot shower, drinking a cup of herbal tea, bingeing some Bravo, and climbing into bed. Once you’re on a roll, it’s time to stash away your phone (that stuff about blue light and sleep disruption is real). If all else fails, consider visiting a sleep specialist, who can uncover the roots of what’s really keeping you up. B Honestly, you could be resting better. Real…

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P-Valley Now streaming, Starz Season 2 of this bold series raises the stakes with “What?!” revelations and actually watchable pandemic storylines. Its riveting premise: The Pynk, the best strip club in Mississippi, is facing financial problems and a government that wants it gone. The only thing more addictive than the drama is the soundtrack. Easter Sunday August 5, theaters With a stacked cast featuring Jo Koy, Jimmy O. Yang, Eugene Cordero, and Tiffany Haddish, this movie balances laughs with heartfelt moments based on comedian Jo’s life. As his character says, “Easter Sunday is like the Filipino Super Bowl,” and this one involves a loan shark, Black Eyed Peas karaoke, and a wild ex. Weirdly, it’ll convince you to call your mom. Queer as Folk Now streaming, Peacock The lives of…

SPARKLE, BABY See and be seen this summer wearing the chicest blingy accents. (Honestly, they couldn’t look away if they tried.)…

SHE’S VERY, VERY VERSATILE As long as you have a long-wearing eye primer, gold gel eyeliner, and a palette full of warm metallic shades, your eye-art options are endless. Try a pop of gold shadow on your inner eye corners, build and blend a few different golden shadow shades on your lids, or swipe a gold eye pencil beneath your lash lines for a flashy underliner moment.…

We’ve all been there—endlessly researching ways to fix a frustrating body-skin issue (bacne, eczema, discoloration, we could go on) that no amount of gentle body wash, oatmeal baths, or manifesting can clear up. The search usually leads to unconventional solutions, like using antifungal foot cream, dandruff shampoo, or even floor cleaner on your skin. It also leads to the same question: Why aren’t there, you know, actual skincare products that harness the efficacy of these hacks? Annie Kreighbaum and Rebecca Zhou were wondering the same thing. “It was really clear that there was this huge gap in the market between hack-y stuff and lasers or plastic surgery,” Kreighbaum says. So, inspired by their own DIY attempts at smooth skin, the former Glossier employees launched Soft Services last year. Their brand…

Ask a dozen dermatologists about their favorite skincare ingredient, and you’ll get a dozen PG-13 love letters waxing poetic about vitamin C. That’s because it’s one of the (very) few ingredients that both rebuilds and protects your skin and is still tolerable for most skin types. “Vitamin C is an antioxidant that goes deep to help repair the damage caused by free radicals,” explains dermatologist Karan Lal, MD (free radicals = air pollution, UV light, cigarette smoke, etc.). It’s basically a supporting actor for your skin, helping it produce collagen to smooth fine lines while also lightening hyperpigmentation. That all translates to smoother, brighter, happier-looking skin for you the longer you use it. And it should be a long-term thing: Vitamin C takes 8 to 12 weeks to work on…

Chocolate Coffee Shake MAKES 1 SHAKE 1 cup unsweetened oat milk¼ cup gluten-free rolled oats1 large frozen banana, chopped1 Medjool date, pitted1 shot espresso2 tablespoons almond butter2 tablespoons cocoa powder½ teaspoon cinnamonPinch sea salt3 to 5 ice cubesVegan whipped creamVegan chocolate sauce 1. In a blender, combine the oat milk, oats, frozen banana, date, espresso, almond butter, cocoa powder, cinnamon, salt, and 3 ice cubes. Blend until smooth. 2. If you prefer your shake a little colder and thicker (and no one would blame you), add the remaining ice cubes and blend again. 3. Pour this perfection into a large glass. Top with whipped cream and drizzle on some chocolate sauce if desired (which, duh). Your own copy of The Two Spoons Cookbook awaits:…

Dear Minaa, One of my best friends from college and I are still close, but our friendship has changed a lot over the past few years. I think part of it stems from her spending most of the pandemic alone and feeling isolated. We talk a lot about how frustrated she is with her dating life and how she’s recently taken steps to ensure that she can be a parent without a partner. Lately, she’s been playing with the idea of starting IVF soon-ish—and she just turned 30. In my opinion, she’s getting a bit ahead of herself. Another change: She’s making an effort to stand up to toxic people in her life and let them know how they’ve wronged her. Now, most of our conversations center on how she…

Chances are, if you’re reading this, you’re currently cuddled up somewhere with your very good boy or girl, whispering sweet nothings in that special voice you use when it’s just the two of you. It’s also likely that you’re always on the hunt for new toys, treats, grooming items, and other fun stuff to keep them super happy (or just occupied while you try to ace the whole work-from-home thing). Cosmo turned to animal lovers with impeccable taste (groomers, influencers, our own pet-obsessed staffers, and more) for their hands-down must-have products. From the game-changingly clever to the too-pretty-to-pass-up, here are this year’s winners. ABBY SILVERMAN, digital creative director, Cosmopolitan 1. BEST DOG OUTFIT Gauntlett Cheng collar, $85, sweater, $105, gauntlettcheng.com “This sweater is lightweight enough for all seasons, and the…

The year was 1965, a time before a “sex tip” was even really a thing and especially before a national media outlet could publish any of them exclusively for women. But in her wisdom, our legendary editor, Helen Gurley Brown, said (or at least we like to think she said): “Fuck that.” And so publish sex tips for women we did, and have proudly continued to do ever since. Because good sex isn’t just about satisfaction, it’s about equality, which we see bear out time and again. So we’ll continue to beat this drum—worry not. Hell, sometimes we’ll beat it so enthusiastically that it results in the true gems on these pages, highlights from our back issues that run the gamut from the hilarious to the dated to the “still…

It’s the thing we all lust after, the secret endgame of The Great American Dream: popularity on a massive scale. In 2022, the concept is more complex and perplexing than ever—a time when fame is both consequential and frivolous, both fleeting and eternal, both exciting and dangerous—but it’s not slowing anyone down. With the proliferation of platforms, there are more famous people on this planet right now than in all of human history, and the speed at which they rise and fall and try new things is breakneck. The people and ideas on the following pages (the hopeful hunger of the rising stars on page 76, the high-wire balancing act of success on page 88, the fan-demanded favorites on page 106, and the cautionary predictions on page 100) are a…

Which type of fame do you think carries the most influence? 39% Social media 24% Hollywood 16% Music 9% Political 8% TV personality 2% Sports 2% Other What would be the best part? 25% The money, baby! 17% The bougie lifestyle. 17% I’d like to change the world. 3% It’s all about the influence. 2% I want people to really see me. 36% All of the above. Has celebrity culture ever negatively impacted you? 50% I definitely feel like it has toxic elements, so yes. 31% If I really think about it, yeah, a little. 19% No, it’s fun and entertaining! And if you were to be famous, which type would most appeal to you personally? 31% Hollywood 23% Music 16% Social media 14% Other 10% TV personality 6% Political…