January - February 2022

Cosmopolitan India

Fun, Fearless, Female

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Cosmopolitan India
Editor-in-Chief Aroon Purie Group Editorial Director Raj Chengappa Publisher Sakshi Kohli Senior General Manager Kamalinee Chatterjee Senior General Manager Mary Mehrunnisa Senior Manager Sales Pooja Arora Assistant Sales Manager Iresh Chatterjee Edi
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Editor’s Letter
Welcome to the first issue of a new year, one with a very important conversation starter: what do women want? Of course, the Internet (and history) is rife with sexist jokes and misogynistic memes about how nobody knows what women want… not even wome
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LEVEL UP The Secret to Mirror Selfies is…Not Using a Mirror
*We’ll never tell. But it could be all of them, and that’s the point! Honestly, it was always sort of too impressive when influencers had nary a smudge nor a sink edge in their mirror selfies. But it wasn’t until Houston-based influencer Kara Del Tor
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Big Girls’ Club
Through this look, Bella gives us a lesson in how to balance proportions. The wide-leg trousers make her appear taller, while the midriff-baring top draws attention to her taut stomach. And the XXL puffer coat—definitely the star of the show—is the p
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Celeb Memoirs With A Difference
EmRata may be beautiful, famous, and successful, but she leaves all that at the door in her intimate new book of essays on womanhood. We nodded along emphatically while reading, angrily agreeing with many of the chapters, and emotional about the trut
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So How Exactly Do We Feel About Travelling Again?
First up, do you have any trips planned for 2022? 50% I’d like to, but nothing’s set in stone. 31% Yes! 19% Nope. I am still not comfortable travelling. If yes (or soon-to-be yes), where are you headed? 27% Somewhere international, depending on restr
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Disney’s New Breakout Star
Rapper, drummer, dancer, and most recently, star of the new Disney remake, The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers, Swayam Ranjeet Bhatia aka Sway is a jack of all trades. And she’s only 13 years old! Naturally, we had to get the inside scoop on all things D
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Into the Wild
“I am a big fan of photographic storytelling, and try to capture the wild in its most natural settings. Wildlife photography is my way of acting as a bridge between the insides of the woods and the outer world. Baby animals, especially langurs and de
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‘‘My Job is Simply to Make You Laugh”
Cosmo: Your Netflix special, Vir Das: For India, was been nominated for the Emmys…how did that feel? Vir Das: “Surreal! This Netflix special featured a blue door and a guy with a mic…it was a one-man show. But to be nominated alongside shows that pro
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Just a List of Cool Sustainable Materials
What happens when pineapple leaves are turned into a leather-ish fabric that can make v cool coats, shoes, honestly anything. Hello to this cactus leather known for its softness (no spikes on that jacket!). Only the most mature parts of the plant are
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Shop Local
“A bag is usually just a bag, but every once in a while, it can make an entire outfit. This brand is at the forefront of unique shapes, including this unusual beauty that creates a beautiful geometric balance with its triangular form and removable wo
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Puff Fashion is At Its Peak Now
Along with classic monotonal blacks and greys, consider investing in bold and bright puffed pieces to help you ace this trend like a breeze. Marshmallow texture has officially gone beyond where it dared to tread before. It’s no longer contained to ja
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These Chic Wraps Double As Blankets for Any Freezing Flight
While bright colours seem hella attractive in winter, it is wiser to opt for a neutral palette as it is versatile and timeless.
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Ready, Set, Go!
Don’t hesitate to let your big bag steal the show as the oversized aesthetic now applies to your humble tote too, as paraded across international runways. Elbow gloves, to instantly introduce some ol‘ world charm to your ensemble. Get yourself a pair
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~Postive Vibes Only~
Get yourself one of these elegant pendant chains that make for the perf addition to your dailywear. Even though these charming beauties work well as standalone pieces, you can also layer them up for an *extra* dose of positivity, and create your own
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For The Love Of Local
“My all-time favourite Indian designer is NoughtOne by Abhishek Paatni. I love the brand’s aesthetics—the way it blends utility and street wear. The co-ord set seen is not just neon, it also comes with ample pockets. I walked into the designer’s stud
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As Snug As a Bug
It’s time to kiss your argyle and cable-knits goodbye. This season’s cold-weather fits come in bright tones, graphic patterns, animated characters, and unique weaves that resemble a picturesque landscape…and they sure do feel like a warm hug. These j
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AirPods Cases Now Look Like Cool Li’l Baby Purses
Yes, this situation may seem a little extra—but these teeny bags both protect your Pods and save lots of time for you (read: no more digging around in your actual purse for them or losing one earbud entirely). So, bougie *and* functional. You’re very
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Turn Up the Heat
Printed bikinis are not just a fun addition to one’s collection, they also tie in beautifully with nature themes—which we are all craving at the moment. A large print helps increase volume, whereas a small one gives the illusion of a smaller frame (b
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Street Style
“Being a huge fan of athleisure, this grey co-ord set is my go-to look. I have added a puffer vest and a simple watch to complete my look.” “This ruffled, leopard-print dress is the definition of easy glamour. I have paired it with black accessories
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Style News
The House of Gucci has launched a new collection to celebrate the Year of the Tiger. Featuring a wide selection of ready-to-wear pieces and accessories, the collection depicts the tiger against a colourful backdrop in a pastel palette. Fun fact: the
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3 Ways to Make Lip Liner Your Thing
You know it, your mom knows it, Kim K knows it. A modern refresher: line your lips with a brown pencil two shades darker than your natural lip colour, then swipe on a layer of nude lipstick in either satin or matte finish. Oh, look, the epitome of co
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Waterless Beauty Products Are the Upgrade You Didn’t Know You Needed
Historically, the beauty industry has used a tonne of water in its products, which isn’t exactly ideal from an environmental POV (you know, fresh water being a scarce resource and all). Water-rich products also often require plastic or other types of
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We Need to Talk About Eye Cream
WHY CAN’T I JUST USE MY REGULAR FACE CREAM? Well, “Most face creams contain some sort of fragrance, which can aggravate eye skin,” explains NYC-based dermatologist Dr Dendy Engelman. “And thick ones can also cause the under-eye area to retain moistur
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8 Perfumes So Pretty, It Doesn’t Even Matter What They Smell Like
1 A little fruity, a little floral, and a whole lot wearable no matter what time of day it is. TYVM, notes of black currant, blue rose, and ambrette seed. Tiffany & Co. Rose Gold EDP, 9,100/75ml 2 The best part about this violet-leaf-, cedarwood-, an
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How to Get Smooth, Oil-Free Skin
With face masks cementing their place in our everyday #OOTD, it is important to get with the programme and shake up your make-up routine. To prevent your base from sliding off or smudging on your mask (we have all been there!), stick to powder founda
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The Biggest Hair Trends From the ’70s
Named after the actor and model who rocks this hairstyle, giving us the ultimate roller-blading-and-eating-ice-cream-on-a-summer-day vibes, all you need to achieve this look is curtain bangs parted in the middle and huuge waves! These are a li’l bit
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Beauty Scoop
Picking the right eyeshadow palette is no easy task, but once you find it, the possibilities are endless. These five palettes offer a multitude of hues—ranging from oceanic blues to earthy browns and pastel pinks to copper tones—and can be used to cr
Cosmopolitan India6 min readGender Studies
Who Run The World? Fearless Women!
Actor Kubbra Sait has a lot to say… but she’s also willing to listen. Spirited and opinionated, the actor’s one true wish is for women to come together to form a community—a safe space for one another—within which they offer and find support to reali
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Kirti Kulhari
Kirti Kulhari is a lot like her character Anjana Menon from Four More Shots Please!—where she plays a successful lawyer, who is also a single mother constantly trying to upend societal expectations of motherhood while juggling her career. As we chat
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Rasika Dugal
Wall know Rasika Dugal from the wonderful characters she has portrayed in films, TV shows, and web series. But up until now, we didn’t really know her, know her. She might appear coy at first glance, but there is a fire burning inside her. A firm bel
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The Scientific Reason Men Ghost You After, Like, Three Months
Zero of my relationships have lasted longer than 90 days. It is a cycle: after going on a few dates with someone, we both delete our dating apps, actually save each other’s phone numbers, and get super-deep. Then, suddenly, poof! The person I thought
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Just a List of Things That Aren’t Flirting, But Feel Like It
1 That moment when someone offers to take your picture—and then takes it from multiple angles without you having to ask. 2 You = asleep on a flight, drooling. The person next to you = grabbing one extra snack bag for when you wake up. 3 ‘This song re
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The Pull Out Method is More Popular Than Ever, But Um, Why?
Brittany and Jax on the American reality series Vanderpump Rules are doing it. An estimated 41% of women ages 18 to 24 have tried it. And perhaps you’re using it too—especially considering that ‘spray and pray’ is now the third most-used form of ‘bir
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“Everything I Learned After I Quit Drinking For a Year”
It was a small piece of glass wedged into my shoulder that did it. Where did it come from? I could not remember. I’d spent the night downing shots and requesting to play Sophie Ellis-Bextor in a South London gay bar…but so much of it was still hazy.
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Getting Ready For a Trip is So Much More Complicated Now
By now, of course, you know that getting vaxxed, masking up, and avoiding COVID-19 hotspots are the trifecta of safe travel—but if you want to go abroad, they are just the beginning. Precisely timed tests and paperwork likely also stand between you a
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Maitreyi Ramakrishnan is Determined, Hilarious, and—Above All—Real
It has been over a year since we first sat down to chat—virtually, obvs—with Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, just after the release of Netflix’s chart-topping original series (and Maitreyi’s first foray on the small screen), Never Have I Ever. This time when
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Harness The Power Of Aromatherapy
“A romatherapy isn’t new—it has been around for over 6,000 years, pretty much making it one of the oldest forms of self-care. It basically involves the inhalation or application of essential oils so that the aroma finds a route to relax the mind, imp
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How To Know If The Latest Health Hack Is Legit Or All Hype
I recently considered shoving garlic up my nose because social media told me it clears congestion. And yeah, it gets worse…I am a health journalist and I literally just wrote a book about this stuff (ahem, It’s Probably Nothing: The Stress-Less Guide
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The 28-Day Menstrual Cycle is a Myth
It is one of those health ‘facts’ that we have all come to take as gospel over the years, but in reality, while there are some of us out there who get their period precisely every 28 days, for the vast majority? Not so much. Only 13 percent of those
Cosmopolitan India5 min readProfessional Skills
Are You Working Hard, Or Hardly Working?
During her final term at the University of Oxford, Grace Beverley wrote 40,000 words, sat for exams, launched a business, rebranded another, and hired her first full-time employees. “I felt like I was hustling, but I was volatile and stressed out,” s
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The Big Cosmo Survey 2022 What Women Want
1. Are you single at the moment? 52% Yes 48% No 2. If single, do you feel the pandemic has hurt your chances of meeting someone? 70% Yes 30% No 3. If in a relationship or married, has the pandemic helped or harmed your relationship? 62 % Helped 38 %
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(arm) Candyland
Model: Scarlet at Feat Artists; Hair and Make-Up: Shreeya Thakur; Fashion Assistants: Shubham Jawanjal and Swanand Joshi; Production: Studio Little Dumpling ■
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A Study In Scarlet
A wash of bright colour on the lips is all it takes to turn a blank canvas into a striking one. Since red is a bold shade in itself, soften the impact by opting for a velvet formula instead of a matte one. Get your digits to match, and you have yours
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The Most Honest Guide to Clean Beauty You’ll Ever Read
The next time you head to a major beauty retailer: entire sections—both IRL and virtual—are now dedicated to showcasing the best ‘clean’ skin, hair, and make-up products. And you probably can’t even scroll through your Instagram without seeing new cl
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Beauty Expert
A: Alpha-Hydroxy Acids aka AHAs are a group of acid compounds derived from plant-based sources. The most common types of AHAs are glycolic, lactic, citric, and malic, which are found on the ingredient list of many a skincare product. AHAs offer many
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Lust List
If you are looking for a lipstick that doesn’t budge, then this M·A·C classic is just what you need. Offering intense colour pay-off, this long-stay formula will stand the test of many coffees (and kisses)! A long-wear, lightweight formula, this blus
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Just A List Of Steps To Make The Middle Seat Suck Less
Yes, the extra legroom is great for comfortably stretching out your bod, but on some planes, it is also a clutch for storing all your snacks. More food = more fun times. Proper airline protocol says that you get both of these bad boys as consolation.
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Hummus>>> Everything Else
What could possibly be better than dripping legit everything in a homemade, creamy hummus? A low-effort, high payoff food situation is the gastro dream, so we spoke to UK-based Dalia Dogmouth, Waitrose food ambassador, who shares her ultimate hummus
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The Sweet Taste of Success
“I was always fascinated with chocolate as a child—and I loved watching Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory and Chocolat. And when I became an entrepreneur at the age of 14, I knew it was my true calling. I was amazed at how chocolate can be used to
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Your 2022 Horoscope
(21 March–19 April) Think of this year as a test run for Future You—like your 20-year-plan Future You. Jupiter, planet of growth, is in your sign from May to October, so any projects you start now are going to have lasting significance. Here is the c

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