Innehållsförteckning för Issue 5 2022 från Cosmopolitan

I am frantically googling gulets. They’re apparently some kind of boat and I’m apparently supposed to go on one for my honeymoon, but, uh…I leave in a matter of literal hours and am still scrambling to lock down the details. Remember travel agents? What I wouldn’t give to be back in their heyday, when it was normal for a whole person to deal with the logistical headaches of arranging your vacation plus the legwork of making sure you did the good stuff, not just the touristy stuff. Thanks to the internet giving us now-immediate access to book things on our own, the travel agent industry has mostly gone by the wayside, BUT THE LOGISTICAL HEADACHES OF TRAVEL HAVE NOT (she says as she receives an alert that her flight has…

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As an anxious child, I always had my fingers in my mouth. I’d bite my nails and peel my cuticles until I bled. My parents tried different strategies to help me, but nothing worked. And then I hit puberty and developed a new obsession: my skin. Picking at my breakouts felt like stress relief. I’d head to the mirror after a long day of school to see what I could find and “fix.” It didn’t seem like a big deal at first—I was simply cleaning out my pores, after all—and besides, most of my friends picked their pimples too. But after I was assaulted in my early teens, skin picking became a coping mechanism, a way I could feel a sense of control over my body. I started grazing (when…

THE GOODS You can reside inside your Pinterest board now:…

THE GOODS Now to actually go somewhere with all this great gear:…

Isn’t it funny how people compliment your sun-kissed glow when you get back from a beach trip without even realizing that what they’re actually picking up on is the postcoital aura of someone who’s been having mindblowing sex all week? Heh. But seriously, like I said, this is very legit stuff: “On vacation, we usually let go of the stressors in our everyday lives, so our bodies are primed to be in a state of relaxation and our minds aren’t all over the place. It’s easier for us to be in the present, which leads to better sex,” explains certified sex therapist Todd Baratz. On top of the mindset shift, any little experience that pulls you out of your everyday routine can prime you for pleasure, says certified sex therapist…

Some personal news: We’ve launched a travel concierge service that’s totally, uniquely, entirely for you. Meet CosmoTrips, in which we do all the planning and booking for your next getaway. Our collection of two- and three-night itineraries (full of only the best places to stay, eat, and play because we personally visited and vetted every single one—and we do not do “meh”) is ready and waiting for you and your friends, starting with the four destinations on the following pages. Did we throw in some exclusive perks and insider access? Yes. Yes, we did. Because now it’s your turn to travel like an editor. New York, New York Absolutely no shade to Times Square or the Met (hey, touristy stuff exists for a reason), but our New York itineraries are…

Welcome to Wrexham August 24, FX You might be surprised to hear that rich friends Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney bought a Welsh football club, but what else were they going to do with their millions? The docuseries follows their Ted Lasso–esque story as they try to restore the team to its former glory. The worthwatching vibe: It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia meets reality show. Mo August 24, Netflix What even is the American dream though? Comedian Mo Amer is trying to find out in this series he cocreated with Ramy Youssef. Playing a semi-autobiographical version of himself, Mo struggles to find his place in Houston as a Palestinian refugee. You’ll laugh and also laugh-cry at the painfully-relatablefor-everyone moments. Don’t Worry Darling September 23, theaters Yes, this is THE Harry…

THE BOOK I RECOMMEND TO ALL MY FRIENDS IS… I may be biased, but I am truly a fan of the YA novel that Stefne Miller and I wrote together, called Losing Brave. My friends and I love psychological thrillers, and I remember being so excited for them to read this one. Losing Brave paperback, $10, barnesandnoble.com IT’S HAPPY HOUR, AND I’M DRINKING… An espresso martini. I’m not much of a drinker, but the coffee helps mask the taste and it keeps me awake. The Polo Bar in NYC makes the best ones. The Polo Bar, ralphlauren.com/globalpolo-bar I START EVERY MORNING WITH THIS ONE PRODUCT P50V 1970 toner from Biologique Recherche. It leaves my skin feeling so fresh and it instantly brightens me up. Biologique Recherche lotion, $72 for 5.1 oz.,…

Haute Chic São Paulo, Brazil When you think about Brazilian style, bright colors, bold prints, and sexy, swingy details probably come to mind. You’d be right, of course, but there are lots of other out-of-the-sartorial-box ingredients in the mix here too. (This general idea goes for the food as well: Did you know that you can get one of the best Bologneses of your precious life in the city’s Little Italy? Tell Cantina Mamma Celeste we sent you.) Well-dressed Paulistanos draw influences from quintessentially Brazilian cultures but also layer on details more reminiscent of other locales: a tailored jacket that seems plucked from a Milan vintage shop and Japanese-style block prints that combine hues in unexpected ways. Their style superpower is somehow looking both very dressed up and laid-back at…

Here’s the thing about pay-once vacations: You only pay…once. Which obviously you know, but have you really let that sink in? Imagine leaving your wallet and Apple Pay behind, knowing you won’t run up “surprise” charges on particularly boozy nights out or particularly cool day-trip expeditions. Imagine also, at these very-worth-it resorts, a ton of added freebies like daily massages, wine tastings, and legit immersive experiences (ahem, post-float robe service at a Chilean salt lake). See our point now? Thought so. BodyHoliday, Saint Lucia This wellness resort is all about the full-body experience, where tree-house Spin classes, infrared therapy, and an actual meditation temple are precursors for the ultimate perk: Daily. Spa. Treatments. Food and drink, including a delightfully bougie afternoon tea service, is also part of the deal. Angama Mara,…

There are turning points in life that you remember with more clarity than you’d like. One of mine: June 29, 2016, when I was certain I was dying. It was 3 a.m. and I was in Amsterdam, at the end of a six-month studyabroad stint. In just a few hours, I was supposed to board a flight home to Canada, yet there I was. Hot cheek pressed against a cold toilet seat, gasping for air. Shaking so intensely that I was—between bouts of vomiting—grateful for the international student insurance I’d surely need for an ambulance ride to the ER. It was the first panic attack I’d ever had. I had no idea it wouldn’t be my last. Half a year earlier, I’d gladly left my university’s Montreal campus behind. My…

SATURDAY, 9 P.M. Faithful readers may remember that I left off last time RSVP’ing to a “play party” hosted by Ethan, the gentleman from my threesome. But I now have a legitimate scheduling conflict. “There will be more parties, so I’ll hit you up again soon,” he says. Honestly… thank god. I need a few more months (and maybe a couple more threesomes) before I’m ready for a real New York sex party. Meanwhile, it’s been two weeks since I last saw Steve and he left for off-the-grid Marine training camp, and I’m feeling extremely sexually frustrated. Or possibly just missing his company—it’s hard to tell. Either way, I’m ready to have myself a night. My friends and I are at our favorite neighborhood haunt, an Insta-worthy spot with a…

VIRGO (8.23–9.22) WHERE The nearest big city WHEN October 23 to November 21, 2022 WHO You and your S.O. WHY With the Sun in your 3rd house of communication, a busy itinerary will give you plenty to talk about. Sagittarius (11.22–12.21) WHERE: Vegas, baby! WHEN: August 25 to September 4, 2022 WHO: Everyone you know WHY: Hot Venus in Leo vibes + super-social Mercury in Libra energy = a good time to go wild. Capricorn (12.22–1.19) WHERE: Your hometown WHEN: March 20 to April 19, 2023 WHO: You and your parents WHY: With multiple planets in your 4th house of home and family, it’s time to go back to your roots and get nostalgic. Aries (3.21–4.19) WHERE: A spiritual retreat  WHEN: Early May 2023 WHO: You and two or three…

No, seriously, Tiffany’s favorite place to unwind comes with both beautiful sweeping views of Los Angeles and a sprinkle of eye candy. I find this out when we meet for an early-morning hike—her suggestion, not mine. Certainly not the kind of setting where it would have occurred to me that my cover interview subject might flirt with someone(s), but here we are. You have to admire—and be unsurprised by—the confidence. After all, this is the woman who, in the five years since her breakout performance in Girls Trip, has brought in somewhere in the neighborhood of a billion box-office dollars. From this summer’s Easter Sunday to her upcoming film Back on the Strip, she’s now a movie theater mainstay. Pick almost any streaming service and you’ll find more Tiffany projects—subscribe…

Trudging around Tokyo Disneyland, Lauren Wells glared at her friend Sabrina, dressed in a Princess Tiana costume, flitting a few paces ahead. It was May. The park’s flower gardens were blooming. And Sabrina’s life—or at least the life she pretended to have—was crumbling. Lauren knew it. She suspected Sabrina did too. But for now, that day, Lauren kept quiet, letting the charade play out a little longer: Sabrina like any of the other Disney adults enjoying the rides and attractions, the cinnamon sugar of overpriced churros dusting the front of the green-and-cream dress and matching cardigan she claimed to have made herself. Obviously an Amazon purchase, Lauren thought bitterly. In a couple of days, the two women would be back home in Seattle, and Lauren was deciding what to do…

First, though, some background: 29-year-old Sveta Bentzen’s life is a mess. With her modeling career and engagement to her longtime boyfriend both in trouble, she’s sleeping on a friend’s couch, when she gets shocking news. Her estranged uncle Paul, a famous self-help guru (christened Shiva by his ardent followers), has mysteriously died. Even more shocking: He’s left his entire estate not to his wife Kali, who runs Xanadu, his retreat center in Mexico, but to Sveta. And the attorney in charge of the estate is none other than Lucas Baranquilla, Sveta’s former flame who ghosted her years ago. Lucas insists on accompanying Sveta to her uncle’s funeral at Xanadu, worrying that Kali will contest the will and fight to be named Paul’s rightful heir. This chapter takes place shortly after…

FASHION TREND Moto City Presenting the softer side of biker jackets. BEAUTY TREND Jewel-Tone Eyes Your new inspo: amethysts, sapphires, and rubies. FASHION TREND Platforms Kinda impractical? Maybe. Absolutely chic? Definitely. FASHION TREND Pop Punk For those keeping up with Kourtney and Travis. BEAUTY TREND Embellishments Your BeDazzler from middle school could never. TWINKLE, TWINKLE Whatever you’re adorning, the basics stay true: Dab an adhesive exactly where you want your bling, wait 30 seconds for it to get tacky, then use tweezers to stick jewels on top. Decking out your fingers? Place gems on freshly polished, wet nails and seal them in with a top coat. FASHION TREND Crescent Bags Impossibly cute and roomy, aka the ideal. FASHION TREND Avant-Prep Because honestly, would it be fall without a pleated skirt?…

First, some facts: All sunscreens are designed to protect skin from the damaging effects of sun exposure, and all sunscreens use either chemical or mineral active ingredients to get the job done. Chemical SPFs absorb UV rays, soaking them up sort of like a sponge and converting them into heat that is released from your skin (yes, science is magic). Mineral sunscreens do this same thing in addition to creating a protective shield that reflects and scatters harmful rays. Now, some more facts: Despite plenty of chatter that chemical sunscreen is unsafe (“It causes cancer!” “It messes with hormones!” says the internet and probably a lot of people in your feeds), the FDA—and plenty of dermatologists—are so far unconvinced. “At this time, we cannot definitively say that chemical sunscreens are…

Best Brunch Icaza It’s hard to argue against choosing the tasting menu of chilaquiles, gorditas, enchiladas verdes, and wood-fired chiles, but more traditional brunch dishes like huevos rancheros also hit the spot. Save room to sample the refreshing aguas frescas or milkshake-like smoothies made with local ingredients. Best Innovative Eats Hatria Local chefs at this contemporary sitdown spot marry old-school Mexican flavors with new-school techniques. Expect to try dishes like crema of pumpkin flower with poblano chiles and charcoal-grilled fish with handmade salsas and moles. Expect also to be wowed by the in-depth mixology menu. Best for Boozy Beverages Sacbé Beach Shack Located in the Marriott resort, this bohemian beachfront bar is hands down the best place to drink cocktails in Cancún. And also mezcal (because, FYI, you should be…

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Are you more into domestic or international trips? 72% I’m definitely more of a world traveler. 28% I love to stick to the USA. Who do you prefer to travel with? 48% My significant other. 27% A group of friends. 15% My family. 10%Solo, baby! What’s your typical vacation budget? 41% $1,000 to $3,000 37% $500 to $1,000 13% More than $3,000 9% Under $500 How do you do bookings? (Select all that apply.) 54% Directly from airlines. 48% I spend what feels like a million weeks scouring search engines. 41% Through a travel site or app. 9% I use a travel agency. What’s the best type of trip? 55% I live for a beach getaway. 39% An immersive city trip. 4% A good ol’ camping retreat. 2% Something wintry,…