Cosmopolitan articles from February 2004

Cosmopolitan archives from February 2004

All about Alicia.(The Cosmo Cover Look)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... For a look like Alicia's, try High Impact Eye Shadow in Sierra Glaze, Glosswear for Lips Sheer Shimmers in Sunshine, Quickliner for Lips in Honeystick, Eye Shading Pencil in Pewter, and Long Last Soft Shine Lipstick in Honey Gloss all by...

Perry's foxy look.(The Cosmo Cover Look)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Fashion director Michelle McCool gave Matthew his casually hot style by pairing dark Diesel jeans with a Ralph Lauren sports jacket and a Ted Baker shirt, Photograph by Patrick Demarchelier. Grooming by Edward St. George for www...

Why women need men.(From The Editor)(Editorial)
February 1, 2004... A few weeks ago, while hurrying up my block in New York City, I spotted a sight that nearly made my jaw drop. Two 30-something men were walking side by side, pushing baby strollers. Now, I'm certainly aware of how evolved men are these days,...

This month's fun fearless females: the reasons these Cosmo readers live up to the title.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Sarah Reinertsen, 28 Program manager Coronado, California Fearless: My left leg was amputated when I was a kid, but my disability inspired me to challenge myself. Recently, I completed my first biathlon. I was competing with...

Reader e-mail.(December Issue)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... "The Maxim Sex Files: What Men Really Want in Bed' gave me the scoop on what's going on in my guy's head." --Angela Baab, Tucson, Ariz. "'Try a Little Tenderness' made me realize exactly what went wrong with my last boyfriend. It seems...

Creepy caller update.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Since printing "Have You Been Scrammed by a Cosmo Impostor?" in November, we've received more than 60 letters from readers who've also received phone calls from these pervs who pose as survey takers for our mag. Thanks for helping us track this...

Guy test-drive: one man mouths off about the December issue of Cosmo.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... "'Sneaky Hints He Won't Commit' was right on. But you missed a biggie: when he won't make plans more than a couple days in advance. And I'm guilty of the '4 Little White Lies Guys Tell,' but I wouldn't call them lies... they're more like...

Split decision.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... [RAVE] "'Weird Habits He Won't Ever Change' made me realize my fiance's sloppiness is normal Now when he leaves crumbs behind, I don1 think he's an insensitive oaf;, I think I'm lucky that this wonderful oaf is willing to marry my...

10 things not to do when you're drunk.(cosmo commandments)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... 1 StairMaster 2 Make a few edits to tomorrow's presentation 3 Get within dialing distance of a phone when you're armed with your little black book of all your ex-boyfriends' numbers 4 Allow photos of any sort to be taken of you....

Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets.(Confessions)
February 1, 2004... tattoo taboo "One morning, I went to brunch with my friend, and she brought along a friend who's a dominatrix. I was intrigued by her job, so I asked her to tell me what a typical night was like and what kind of guys came to see her. She...

Men admit to their dirtiest deeds and most shameless scams ever.(Guy Confessions)
February 1, 2004... acid trip "I was chatting with a few of my male coworkers about my crazy college clays and all the dumb stufferd pulled when I was younger. One of the girls who worked on my floor came in to get me to sign something. I felt bad that she'd...

Ask Cosmo anything.
February 1, 2004... friends fantasy I've been going out with this guy for a while, and things are great. But every time we make love, he asks me to describe my friends having sex with their boyfriends. I've told him I hate it, but he says it's a huge turn-on....

Why we're addicted to the O.C.: there's nothing more tempting to women than a though-acting hottie with a tender side. And therein lies the reason we can't tear our eyes away from Benjamin McKenzie's irresistible alter ego, Ryan Atwood.(Cosmo interview)(Interview)
February 1, 2004... * If you're like the rest of us, from 9 to 10 p.m. on Wednesday, you let the answering machine pick up calls from anyone who has the nerve to ring during such a sacred hour. That time slot is dedicated solely to the Fox phenomenon The O.C. A...

Famous last words: Hugh Grant.(informer)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... THEN "I spent so much of my life as an unemployed actor that I quite like jet-setting around the globe [to promote a movie]." NOW "I don't feel inclined to rush off and make a film and hawk it around the world. It's complete...

Gwyneth's fashion comeback.(informer)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Thank God, our style icon is back--we were beginning to fear we'd lost her forever! After months of dressing more like a schlubby housewife than a Hollywood star, Gwyneth is once again donning crave-worthy clothes. The likely reason she's...

Why we love to hate socialites.(informer)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... With The Simple Life, MTV's Rich Girls, Paris Hilton's sex video, and the HBO documentary Born Rich, the offspring of the rich and famous are in our faces like never before. Behold the reasons why we can't stop watching them: * THEY SAY...

Q: Sandra Bullock looks much thinner. What's up?(informer)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Q: Sandra Bullock looks much thinner. What's up? A: Sandra, who likes to eat more than hit the gym, has said she gets serious about shaping up before she films a movie. (She's used the Zone Diet to slim down in the past.) So her extra lean...

Who wears the pants?(informer)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The following pairs are all considered power couples in Hollywood, but we asked body-language expert Patti Wood to tell us which mate has more control. HE DOES Cameron Diaz + Justin Timberlake Justin may be nearly 10 years younger...

On the run from the paparazzi: these days, celebs have to go to crazy extremes to escape fiercely determined photographers. Here, a few examples.(informer)
February 1, 2004... Celebrities have always bitched about being hounded by paparazzi. And traditionally, those complaints have been met with zero sympathy from the public. Today, however, stars' outrage over aggressive photographers may actually be justified. Why?...

Satin dolls.(informer)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Celebs look seriously stunning in this season's hot new silky dresses. Heather Graham made waves in this revealing ruffled frock. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In her halter dress Angelina Lolie leaves us green with envy. ...

Party pix.(informer)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Mischa Barton doesn't just play a guy magnet on TV. Here, her O.C. costars, Ben McKenzie and Adam Brody, stick to her at an NYC party. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Pink, Alicia Keys, and Tommy Lee: The three of them have enough tattoos to...

Boys who steal our hearts.(Man Manual)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Surely these Romeos would wear their hearts on their sleeves--if they had any! Our Valentine's Day wish: To be bestowed with a yummy guy instead of a box of chocolates. "Did my heart love 'til now? Foreswear it, sight!--for I ne'er saw...

You've got male: take a closer look at your new dude's online messages to decode his disposition and desires for you.(guy spy)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... * Subject line. If he uses a creative subject line or a new header every time he replies to your e-mails, he likes to take the lead and may be controlling. Spontaneous studs, however, will leave the line blank--they'd rather respond quickly...

Sober sex is the hottest kind to have with you.(the secret he wants to spill)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... We all know that a glass of wine helps loosen inhibitions before a nude rumble. But unbridled, booze-free bed sessions have the sizzling-hot upper hand. First, we don't have to worry about our soldier failing to salute because we've knocked...

Read between his lines.(guy spy)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... HE SAYS: "I'm not ready for a relationship right now." HE MEANS: "I'm willing to have sex with you, but nothing more." SOURCE: GEORGE WEINBERG, PHD, AUTHOR OF WHY MEN WON'T COMMIT

4 questions all guys can't stand: take note of the killer queries no sane man would attempt to answer.(his point of view)
February 1, 2004... * Guys aren't allergic to responding to questions on topics like our favorite sex position (um, 'all of them) or how our rock-hard abs got so damn rock hard. But before you channel Barbara Waiters, know that certain queries guarantee an eye...

Guy without his his shirt: check out this month's half-naked hunk.(Man Manual)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Name: Erik Larsen Age: 26 Height: 6 feet 1 inch Weight: 180 pounds Sign: Scorpio Hometown: Lake Mary, Florida Favorite thing: "I love racing cars at the track. Driving at such high speeds is so exciting." Enter...

Pickup tips that will really work.(Cosmo for your guy)
February 1, 2004... * Hitting on a hot chick can be downright daunting. Play your cards right and you could score her digits, but play'em wrong and you'll be slapping a bandage on that bruised ego. The following moves are guaranteed to get a good reaction. ...

Women don't like sex as much as men do.(Myth of the Month)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... "Females are just more demanding. Sex is like pizza to guys. They can enjoy it even if it's so-so. But for us, it actually has to be pretty good for us to want it."--Beth, 28 "Maybe women don't want sex anytime, anyplace, but that doesn't...

What a Cosmo girl needs in February.(Cosmo Shopping)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... * A red-hot top: When better to expose your heart than on Valentine's Day. And now you can do it with the help of a flirty scarlet tank. * Oodles of ruffles: This feminine effect was all over the spring collections. * Fashionista sneakers: You...

8 great date outfits.(Getting Dressed Guide)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Bold colors and totally glam textures make on-the-town ensembles hot enough for a to-die-for date or a big-deal bash. Stretch-satin charmeuse bustier, Cynthia Steffe, $175, www.neimanmarcus.com; pin-striped pants, Express, $78,877-415-4551...

Best Western.(Trend Tip Sheet)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Suddenly, country is cool, so lasso some cowgirl-inspired styles for your closet. Necklaces, Arianne Jeannot, $120 each, www.ravinstyle.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Suede miniskirt, June, $145, www.junewear.com [ILLUSTRATION...

Black magic.(Lingerie Special)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... You'll look naughty but oh-so-nice in racy ebony lingerie with rock 'n' roll touches like mesh, lace, and metal details. Mesh-and-leather bra, Christina Scott, $209 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Velvet bra with satin trim and rhinestone...

Wine and roses.(Lingerie Special)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... We fell in love with these lusty red and sweet pink panties and bras... and he will too. Nightgown with matching thong, H & M, $19.90 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Lace bra, $26, and boy short $16, Lily of France [ILLUSTRATION...

What's in store.(Lingerie Special)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Now some of your favorite fashion destinations are getting in on the boudoir biz. Here's where to score the coolest panties and bras. FOR CUTE PRINTS GAP BODY Cherry-print bra, $24 Floral-print thong $10.50 floral-print...

How Uma looks so sexy.(beauty lessons)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... After taking a time-out from the spotlight for the past few years, Ms. Thurman is back on the scene, looking more radiant than ever. "The key to this luminous look is to use tons of peach blush and lipstick," says celeb makeup artist Scott...

Make dry skin dewy.(Rachel's Tip)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... If your skin gets dry in the winter, use a cream or gel blush. They are more moisturizing than powder formulas, plus they're easier to blend over your day cream and won't enhance the appearance of flakiness. I'm a fan of Lancome Colour Dose...

Perfume OD Rx.(Flub Fixer)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... When you spritz on too much flagrance, swipe the skin you sprayed with rubbing alcohol. "This is more effective than water, and you'll still have a hint of scent left over," says perfumer Sarah Horowitz-Thran. To avoid future overloads, only...

2 ways to wear bright shadow.(beauty lessons)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Celebrity makeup artist: Robin Siegel Who she primps: Jennifer Aniston on the set of Friends The beauty scoop: A splash of vivid color is a great way to liven up any midwinter lid look, but applying intense hues can be...

The tool all pros rely on.(buying guide)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Don't forget to stock up on Q-tips; says makeup artist Mally Roncal. She uses them to: * Fix flubs. "I put a dab of makeup remover on the tip to wipe off mistakes without ruining any other makeup." * Apply shadow. "They're great for...

Spa-style treats.(Bargain Buy)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... February is the time to give both your body and mind a break from the winter, but if, like most of us, you can't spend the time or money on a sunny spa trip, then check out Calgon's brand new Ahh... Spa! Ocean Oasis A Day At the Spa Kit. It...

How to pick a foundation.(buying guide)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Figuring out which base will look best on you is tricky. Keep these insider pointers in mind when you're shopping. SOME PROS BELIEVED YOU SHOULD pick a yellow-based foundation, no matter what your skin tone. "You want your complexion to...

Find your best polish shade.(buying guide)(Brief Article)(Illustration)
February 1, 2004... FIND YOUR BEST POLISH SHADE Dark nail lacquers look supersexy in the winter, but some rich shades are more flattering for your hands than others. Here, Elsbeth Schuetz, a manicurist in Los Angeles is who has worked with Sarah Jessica...

Most in-demand lip gloss.(Top Seller)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... According to The NPD Group a market information company, MAC Lipglass is the hottest-selling gloss across the country. And we think it's pretty funny that out of the 35 shades MAC makes, clear is the most popular! That's probably because it...

Beauty sneak peek.(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Baked. Cubed. Lacquered. Check out this year's mind-bending makeup. Take Concealer 101[TM] Duo and ace it. At last you don't need a Ph.D. to figure out how to properly conceal those dark under-eye circles (with yellow) and blemishes (with...

Cosmo's celebrity hair awards: celebs know that a sexy hairstyle is just as important as a hot outfit, and there are a handful of stars whose locks stand out from the pack. Here, we honor the ladies with the best tresses and give tips that will have your hair looking red carpet-worthy too.(Fun Fearless Beauty)
February 1, 2004... CATHERINE ZETA-JONES Sexiest Bangs We didn't think it was possible for Mrs. Douglas to get any more stunning--and then she hit a movie premiere with these flirty, side-swept bangs framing her gorgeous face. * The trick for scoring...

What's sexy this second ...(Cosmo Look)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Sexy Women Scorned In the wake of their high-profile breakups, we've noticed that stars like Halle Berry and Urea Thurman are bouncing back better than ever. Sure, they could have hid out, but instead, they've stepped out looking hot and...

Make over your Brawny Man: show him off to the world!(Make Over My Brawny Man)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... He's strong, gentle, and always there for you. But we all know there is always room for improvement! Here is your chance to give him the finishing touches that will help him look and feel his best. Show him how much you appreciate him with...

He'll totally fall for these romantic gestures: serenading him with a gushy seal ballad will just make him nauseous. You have to pull a man-friendly move to show your love. These are proved to melt his macho heart.(love special)
February 1, 2004... * You want to shower your guy with affection, but you know that the biggest crime of passion a woman can commit is getting all schmoopy on him--testosterone and mushy moves don't mix. So the million-dollar man question: How do you become...

6 surprising discoveries about love: think you're an expert on romance? A fascinating new book examines the science of amour and reveals some info you'll be able to put to good use.(love special)
February 1, 2004... * No matter how much or how little success you've had in love, no doubt you've discovered that it can be confusing as all get-out. That's why you'll be psyched to hear about a book that has just hit stores. In Why We Love: The Nature and...

Are you in love ... or forcing it? Sure, you like your guy, but is your bond bona fide love? Take this quiz to find out.(Cosmo Quiz)
February 1, 2004... 1 Have you ever asked friends if they think your guy is the right person for you? -- a. Actually, yes. You wanted their reassurance that you made the right choice. -- b. No. You're dead sure about your feelings for him and don't need...

Decode his V-Day gift: learn what that hooker negligee and lonely single red rose really mean.(love special)
February 1, 2004... * Every present is a statement of how your guy sees you and the relationship, says George Weinberg, PhD, psychotherapist and author of Why Men Won't Commit. Here, Weinberg weighs in on the good, the bad, and the downright uggg-ly. swanky...

"The sweet way he won over my friends": introducing a new man to your clique can be pretty damn terrifying. Here, readers gush about how their guy got major props from their posse.(Heart Copy)
February 1, 2004... "Andy and I had been seeing" each other for a while, and we decided to move in together. Although I was excited to live with him, I was a little bummed to be leaving my roommates, Aimee and Shana, because we had been together since college....

Signs cupid's shot you in the ass: sometimes love strikes and you don't even know it ... yet. Behold the clues you re falling hard.(Heart Copy)
February 1, 2004... Every Cosmo girl can admit to a time when she's fallen mental-ward crazy in love with a guy. (That's easy.) But then there's that other, trickier occasion when an attraction just creep-creep-creeps up on you and it's so dang subtle, you don't...

Cosmopolitan fun fearless females 2004.(Fun Fearless Female)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Our favorite kind of chick here at Cosmo? The type who can wear the pants even in a miniskirt, has the guts to go after what she wants, and never forgets that having fun is as important as making her mark on the world. That's why every...

Alicia Silverstone: we can't get enough of the star of the adorable Miss Match. Check out all the other reasons Alicia's claimed Cosmo's top title.(fun fearless female of the year)(Interview)
February 1, 2004... "The funny thing about feeling fearless is that all the things I've loved the most in life were my biggest risks." Was any woman not mesmerized by Alicia's sassy, spoiled-girl-makes-good character, Cher, in Clueless? After all, with that...

Matthew Perry: there are lot of hot guys out there, but how many of them can make you laugh out loud? That's just the start of why Matthew Parry is only the second guy ever to be crowned with an award from Cosmo.(fun fearless male)(Interview)
February 1, 2004... "Friends has been 10 years of my life, and these people are my family, so I don't know how we're going to handle the end." * Last year we crowned our first ever Fun Fearless Male. And due to the over-whelming response you gave us, we...

Diane Lane: adventurous actress.(fun fearless females 2004)(Interview)
February 1, 2004... "I know I've made the right decision when I've followed my heart." Diane Lane has been acting steadily since her big break at age 14 when she appeared in the hit movie A Little Romance, but only recently has the 39 year-old begun to...

Sofia Coppola: fascinating filmmaker.(fun fearless females 2004)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... "You can be strong without giving up your femininity. I think femininity is a strength." Sofia Coppola comes from a family who have made their mark on the movie industry (her dad is veteran director Francis Ford Coppola and her cousin is...

Ashanti: sexy songbird.(fun fearless females 2004)(Interview)
February 1, 2004... "It means something to be classified as fearless, so to be picked by Cosmo is awesome." Ashanti Douglas first made a name for herself by teaming up with successful rappers such as Ja Rule and Fat Joe. But these days, the sultry...

Kristin Chenoweth: Broadway babe.(fun fearless females 2004)(Brief Article)(Interview)
February 1, 2004... "I try to be myself. It's not always pretty or happy, but it's me." Every year, thousands of talented young singers and actresses come to New York City with the dream of becoming a Broadway star, though very few make it. Kristin Chenoweth,...

Sue Wong: fashion fireball.(fun fearless females 2004)(Brief Article)(Interview)
February 1, 2004... "I have an overflow of ideas. I have to say 'Stop... enough.'" Her ultrafeminine gowns are worn by such celebs as Molly Sims, Sheryl Crow, and Eva Mendes, but 54-year-old designer Sue Wong prides herself on being the "every woman's...

Lucy Liu: kick-ass screen queen.(fun fearless females 2004)(Brief Article)(Interview)
February 1, 2004... "Being feminine is about feeling comfortable... without any makeup on, in you pajamas." Actress Lucy Liu isn't just pushing the envelope these days, she's tearing it wide open. People used to think of her as a smart-mouthed sidekick (Ally...

Holly Hunter: powerhouse producer.(fun fearless females 2004)(Brief Article)(Interview)
February 1, 2004... "Acting has been a wild ride. I haven't really ever had the desire to do anything else." Holly Hunter personified the ambitious working girl in the 1987 hit movie Broadcast News. And now, 17 years later, it's clear there was more than a...

Parminder Nagra: spunky starlet.(fun fearless females 2004)(Brief Article)(Interview)
February 1, 2004... "In my career, I'm very brave or very stupid--probably a bit of both!" When 28-year-old Parminder Nagra was cast as a teenage soccer player in the indie flick Bend It Like Beckham, she had no idea how much it would change her life. Not...

Lisa Scottoline: awesome author.(fun fearless females 2004)(Brief Article)(Interview)
February 1, 2004... "It's what you do after you fail that makes you fearless." Lisa Scottoline's first career was working as a trial lawyer in Philadelphia, but she secretly dreamed of writing legal thrillers instead of legal briefs. After five years in that...

Mischa Barton: knockout ingenue.(fun fearless females 2004)(Brief Article)(Interview)
February 1, 2004... "I feel most brave when I'm acting, because I used to be really shy." Every few years, a show comes along and produces a star so sizzling, no one can stop talking about her. This year, it's The O.C.'s Mischa Barton. The 18-year-old New...

How to ... tell him you want to get more serious: the idea is to take the relationship up a notch, not freak him out. These pointers will make it painless--for both of you.(Couples)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Timing Is Everything Trust your instincts. If he's had a bad day at work, that's no time to discuss shacking up together. "The most opportune time to talk is when he's relaxed and in a good mood," says William July, author of Confessions...

"He never admits he's wrong!".(Spat Of The Month)(human behavior)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... "Many men fear being seen as weak, so they prove themselves by winning arguments," says Alon Gratch, PhD, clinical psychologist and author of If Men Could Talk. To take your man down a peg: Show him you're informed by building a logical case....

Give him a wild wake-up call.(Blow-His-Mind Tip)(romance)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Pick a random weekday morning and set your alarm to go off an hour early, unbeknownst to your beau. When your groggy man starts groaning about having to get up, coyly say that you still have some time to kill. Then initiate some...

The hottest sex tips on the planet: just when you thought you'd heard it all, Cosmo rounded up the steamiest tricks and mattress methods from women around the globe. Grab your passion passport and start reading!(Love And Lust)
February 1, 2004... * Sure, we American chicks know how to give and get toe-curling thrills in bed, but there are still a few frisky things we could learn from booty-lovin' babes abroad. With the help of Cosmo editors and readers around the world (there are a...

How to ace the first three dates: you know you're a catch--now help him figure it out. Here, advice on hooking him during critical early encounters.(Love And Lust)
February 1, 2004... * In the initial stages of dating, men can be as easily spooked as a horse in a field of firecrackers. So if you want him to stick around a bit, you have to impress him from the start. "On the first few dates, you're trying to see if you...

Dating don'ts: 8 things you should never do when out with a new man.(Love And Lust)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... * Fill him in on all the details of your ultimate fantasy wedding. * Stick your feet in his lap and request a foot massage right in the middle of dinner. * Bring a camera and ask the waiter to take pictures of the two of you together....

Dare to wear what you want: find out how ephedra-free Hydroxycut in your fitness plan can help you get the kind of body that will look amazing in miniskirts, bikinis, and form-fitting jeans!(Advertisement)
February 1, 2004... Isn't it funny how your closet is overflowing with clothes, but you never seem to have anything to wear? More than likely, you just don't have anything that you want to wear. Back in your thinner days, the thought of shopping for clothes would...

The moan zone men ignore most: if your guy neglects your nipples, your missing out on mucho bliss. Finesse his foreplay skills with these sensational tips.(Love And Lust)
February 1, 2004... * Sure, they'll come in handy when you need to nurse your babies one day, but the only purpose nipples seem to serve in the pre-mommy years is providing an instant weather update to everyone in sight. Most guys, in fact, tend to rush past the...

When everything's great but the sex: you two have major sparks ... yet between the sheets, it's more not than hot. Here's how to fix it pronto.(Love And Lust)
February 1, 2004... * He's amazing. And the relationship could easily have the background score of a Meg Ryan heart-tugging romance flick. So how come you and your man aren't setting the bed ablaze? It's not that he lacks sack skills or you two aren't destined to...

Loot you'll love.(Advertisement)(Calendar)
February 1, 2004... Score free loot you'll love on Iootyoulllove.com! You could win $100 worth of prizes every day throughout the month of February. How to Enter: This "Loot You'll Love" interactive calendar gives you the chance to win prizes valued at over...

"Why I strip": Britney goes to the clubs to crib new moves, Christian Slater gets dragged out of them by his wife, and pole dancing has become the latest workout craze. Listen in as three strippers reveal the reasons they take it off for a living.(Hot Topics)
February 1, 2004... * The nation's economy may still be shaky, but there's one industry that has experienced rapid growth: strip clubs. There are now about 2,500 nationwide, according to Dave Manack, editor of Exotic Dancer magazine, the number having doubled in...

Are men becoming obsolete? Take-charge chicks are surpassing guys in so many arenas. Cosmo explores how the growing divide is affecting the sexes.(Hot Topics)
February 1, 2004... Sick of waiting around for your guy to get down on one knee? Well, apparently you don't have to--at least not in order to wear a rock on your finger. There are now right-hand diamond rings you're supposed to buy for yourself. "Because beauty...

Yummy things to do with your mouth.(Pleasures)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... As the sexiest part of your body above the neck, your mouth can give you as much pleasure as it does your guy. Try these tantalizing tips for a superstimulated kisser: LIP Slide your tongue between your bottom teeth and the inside...

Pamper your peepers: a cool trick for tired eyes.(Pleasures)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... A new favorite technique of massage therapists is to chill two smooth, flat rocks and place them on top of their client's puffy eyes. "The sensation of the stones on your eyes helps you feel relaxed and centered, and the cool pressure instantly...

A sexy stretch for two.(Quick Lift)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Here's a muscle-loosening move that will not only make your chest and shoulders feel wonderfully relaxed and energized but will also make you and your man feel ultraclose in the process. Just follow the easy directions from Jon Freeman, a...

Everything you need to be a fun fearless female: every FFF possesses a certain cocktail of characteristics that makes her irresistible to be around. Read on for the undeniable indicators that you're one fabulous force to be reckoned with.(You You You)(Fun Fearless Female)
February 1, 2004... * What does it take to be the feisty, sexy, independent chick who has Cosmo's trademark Fun Fearless Female motto written all over her? Attitude, of course. But being an FFF is also about cultivating and following a full-steam-ahead approach to...

The fun fearless female hall of fame: a fine line of brazen, trailblazing ladies.(You You You)(movie industry's personalities)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The 1960s HELEN GURLEY BROWN: Brown's groundbreaking 1962 book, Sex and the Single Girl, revved up the sexual revolution. In 1965, she became editor of a failing literary journal called Cosmopolitan and transformed it into the bible for...