Cosmopolitan articles from January 2001

Cosmopolitan archives from January 2001

NEW YEAR Hot New You!
January 1, 2001... The secret to looking your absolute sexiest: Follow our get-foxy formula for volumizing your locks, plumping up your pout, and making you yes smoky and seductive. Scoop these step-by-step how-tos from the pros behind some of Cosmo's stunning...

MEN UNZIPPED: THE SECRET HIS UNDIE REVEAL.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... We decided to fly south this winter to visit our favorite hot spot--the male nether regions. Here, Cosmo deconstructs the meaning behind guys' underwear selections to give you the long and short of what your stud's Skivvies say about him. ...

Are You Making Your Skin Sick?
January 1, 2001... If your complexion seems to be going schizo these days, your lifestyle may be to blame. Find out why 2Osomething women are suddenly baffling breakouts, weird bumps, and other face bummers--and what you can do about them. Elizabeth [*], 28,...

Make 2001 your lucky year.
January 1, 2001... Want to land a promotion or a totally "10" boyfriend? Forget crossing-your-fingers hocuspocus. We explain how you hold the key to creating your dream destiny. * So you're hoping this is going to be your year? The time when you get those...

Very superstitious.
January 1, 2001... Move over, four-leaf clover. These readers rely on really off-the-wall ways to ensure a charmed existence. "I believe, never buy a man shoes-he'll walk away from you in them My superstition is so bad than no only will I never buy a guy...

Play Sexy for Me.('Night Tales')(Excerpt)
January 1, 2001... From Night Tales, Nora Roberts' gripping, naughty novel... When a stalker targets deejay Cilia O'Roarke, a hunky bodyguard steps in to protect her. But Cilla gets more than she bargained for when she falls in lust in record time. As a...

6 ways to start the year in style.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Host a potluck. Everyone brings-a-dish suppers are reportedly all the rage in Hollywood. So tell your friends to get cooking and come on over. All you need to do is provide utensils and mix up some chic drinks, like apple martinis (1). ...

Pick-Him-Up Pointer.
January 1, 2001... One fine way to get a guy's attention This move is guaranteed to make you a mane attraction. Before approaching an adorable guy, put your hair up in a loose ponytail. Once you two get in the chatting groove, slowly pull the elastic out of...

Dating Dazed and Confused.
January 1, 2001... "I traded digits with a guy. Can I call first?" Courtney Weaver, author of Unzipped (Doubleday, 1999), says, "Gone are the days when chicks need to wait by the phone. Most guys think assertive girls are a turn-on, so dial him up and tell...

Role-Reversal Rendezvous.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... If your guy usually plans your dates, surprise him with a sexy swap: Pick the restaurant (and nab the tab), even make the first move. Usually the date deviser? Tell him he's in control of the evening. "Doing something in your relationship...

Shoshanna says...What's a great gift for a dinner-party hostess?(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Cosmo's contributing editor Shoshanna Lonstein suggests: "A handwritten IOU for dinner or a gift certificate from a gourmet store are thoughtful options. Both say 'Let me take care of your meal sometime,' and since throwing a soiree is such...

"The Best Post-Sex Words".(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... "She asked if she could have a repeat performance of the night before." Nick Brachelli "She said, 'Oh God, I can't uncurl my toes,' so I knew she was happy." Lewis Robertson "Afterward, she smiled and asked where I was hiding...

Be chic even with winter sniffles.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Don't let a cold kill your fashionable image--snag some trendy tissues when you're under the weather. We've spotted everything from python and tiger print to camouflage patterns and even Hello Kitty hankies. They'll ensure that you look your...

Get the Guy Every Girl Wants.
January 1, 2001... Trying to snag the most drool-worthy dude around? Here's how to floor the most-wanted man in the room with a fresh, no-fail flirting style. * You're at a party kicking it keg-side with your girlfriends when he walks through the door: a guy...

Babes Behaving Badly.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Superstuds who turned out to be obnoxious duds I was out with my friends when we ran into Brett, a guy who was superhot and knew it. I whispered to my friends that I had dibs on him for later. We continued to all hang out together, until at...

Cosmo's Save Your Hide Guide.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Sometimes you just can't help giving in to your darker urges. And to get away with those (rare) devilish deeds, you need to act fast to cover your ass. We show you how. * We can't be angels all the time. There are simply some occasions in...

Boost Your Bedroom Bond.
January 1, 2001... The best way to kick nooky up a notch? Intensify the intimacy between you and your beau. These tricks will help bring your carnal closeness to an awe-inspiring level. * Sure, you and your man sizzle between the sheets. But in order to have...

Beyond the Bedroom.
January 1, 2001... The following everyday tactics can tighten your connection. Let him dress you. That way, he knows you value his opinion. Plus, every time he looks at you, he'll be reminded you did something special just for him, says Joan Elizabeth Lloyd,...

"The Sleazy Way He Dumped Me".
January 1, 2001... Elaborate lies, cold-blooded blow-offs, and heartbreaking betrayals... read on for kicked-to-the-curb capers so horrific, you'll be glad you never dated these dirtbags. * Getting dumped is never any fun. But it really sucks when the guy...

Ex-orcise Your Ex.
January 1, 2001... Banish breakup pain with these three rituals from Phyllis Curott, author of Book of Shadows (Broadway, 1999). * Bum, baby, burn: Invite your best friends over to help you ignite something of his. Singe an old love letter, a piece of his tee...

"I went Through Menopause at 19".
January 1, 2001... As a college freshman, Molly Parker was struck with mysterious hot flashes and mood swings. Here, she describes what it's like when your body ages before its time. * When I was 18 years old, I felt that my life was off to a new start. It...

When Your Periods Pause.
January 1, 2001... How to tell if your skipped cycle is a gyno glitch or a serious sitch. If your typically regular period suddenly pulls a no-show one month, you shouldn't jump to the scary conclusion that you're going through early menopause. First, you...

Jordana's Amazing Class Act.
January 1, 2001... The sultry Yale sophomore spills all about smooching on the set and her sexy main squeeze, Mark Wahlberg. * While Jordana Brewster's female Yale classmates sweat over juggling study time and dates with college guys, the Hollywood...

"I Stuck It Out!".(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Readers share how they stayed tough in a hard situation and scored success. "My live-in boyfriend quit a high-paying job at an investment bank to 'discover himself'--which meant playing his guitar for two months while I paid the rent. I...

Henry Simmons on baring his assets and understanding women.(Brief Article)(Interview)
January 1, 2001... By now you'd think that everyone knows about the NYPD Blue butt clause--a paragraph in the actors' contracts that says they agree to show their "assets" on screen. But the strip-and-bare-it requirements of his role came as a surprise for Henry...

O Yes! Cosmo's Guide to Having an Orgasm.
January 1, 2001... Each month, we receive hundreds of letters from women aching to know the secret to achieving heaven-on-earth ecstasy with a man. Behold the tips, tactics, and bedroom tricks that are guaranteed to catapult you to kingdom come. * If you...

5 Love Ruts--Repaired.
January 1, 2001... Stuck in a same-old, same-old repertoire? Hit the reset button on your relationship to turn it into a rockin' romance that's anything but routine. * When Valerie [*] 25, a teacher in Newark, New Jersey, first started dating Joe, they were...

COSMO DARES YOU.
January 1, 2001... We're challenging you to say buh-bye to your inhibitions with bold acts of babelicious bravery--from stripping sassily to flaunting false eyelashes. We promise they'll shake up the status quo and spike your life with spine-tingling excitement....

BROKEN HOME, BROKEN HEART?
January 1, 2001... If your parents split when you were a kid, it could be impacting your love life today. Cosmo looks at the effects of divorce through the eyes of women who were willing to open old wounds. * My parents divorced in 1985, the year that actor...

"If He Finds Me, He'll Kill Me".
January 1, 2001... The man she once loved turned into a deadly enemy. Now he's disappeared, and she's transformed her entire identity just to keep herself alive. * When I first met Daniel Perez, I was only 13 years old. Daniel was already out of high school,...

Be honest.
January 1, 2001... Do you always wash your hands after going to the bathroom? A recent study conducted by the American Society of Microbiology found that while 95 percent of people polled said yes, only 67 percent actually do. If you sometimes skip lathering up...

Freshly squeezed OJ.(pasteurized or 'from-concentrate' juice recommended)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Freshly squeezed OJ and nonpasteurized apple juice sound superhealthy, but you may want to think twice before you down either. According to Josefa Rangel, a medical epidemiologist and an investigator at the Centers for Disease Control and...

A New Abortion Choice.
January 1, 2001... The long-awaited oral option is now available. Mifepristone, the pregnancy-terminating drug that has been available in Europe for at least a decade (known there as RU-486), recently received FDA approval in the United States. While it...

Can Pills Cure PMS?(recommendations)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Want to send your pre-period bloating, cramps, and crankiness packing? Arthur Bassin, a gynecologist and medical director of a private practice called The Healthy Woman in Torrance, California, sums up the potential benefits and risks of these...

"I wake up several times during the night to go to the bathroom. Is this normal?".
January 1, 2001... Q: "I wake up several times during the night to go to the bathroom. Is this normal?" A: Although an occasional midnight run to the loo is normal, a nightly ritual of more than two trips could mean you have an overactive bladder, explains...

"Yikes, I Said That?".(embarrassing comments made at work)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Cringe-worthy comments women have made in front of the boss "My manager asked me to help him take down some paintings in his office, and I made a crack that they did seem pretty ugly. Turns out his wife painted them and he was taking them...

"Do I have to wait a year to ask for a raise?".(wages)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Q: "Do I have to wait a year to ask for a raise?" A Most companies determine raises on an annual basis, but there are a few exceptions, says Cherie Carter-Scott, Ph.D., author of If Success Is a Game, These Are the Rules (Broadway, 2000)....

Shake the 3 P.M. Slump.
January 1, 2001... Pierce Howard, author of The 0wne's Manual for the Brain (Bard Press, 2000), on how to fight postlunch fatigue Slack Off While an afternoon nap may not be an option, taking 10 minutes to just zone out can do wonders. Put on headphones...

2000 Buckingham Gallup Poll.(most employees feel their strengths are not often used at work)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... 69% of employees say they don't have a chance to use their strengths even once a week at work.

The Secret He Wants to Spill.(failure to call within two weeks)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... If He Doesn't Call Within Two Weeks, It's Over When a guy neglects to ring you 14 days in a row, he's choosing the wimpy way-- ignoring you--to (silently) say "See ya!" Whether you had a date that he Thought bombed or his college crush is...

Rub Him the Right Way.(touching: arm, knee, face, back)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Where you touch your man speaks volumes. Follow these tips from Phyllis K. Davis, Ph.D., author of The Power of Touch (Hay House, 1999). * Arm: The elbows and shoulders are the most neutral territory on the body, so slipping him a stroke...

Male mind reading.(men express opinions on dating other women)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Should she assume you're seeing other people until you tell her differently? We asked more than 400 guys about their views on dating around. 48% No, I usually date one gril at a time. 32% Yes, I won't mention it until I want to...

Serta's "Getting Ready For Bed" Report.
January 1, 2001... While 20% of men reported that they usually sleep naked, only 7% of women did.

My Best Setup Ever.(successful dates)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Readers reveal the fabulous fix-ups that prove you can beat the odds and find bliss on a blind date. "I had just moved to Seattle from Boston and wasn't dating anyone. A coworker of mine wanted to fix me up with this guy Jeff. I'm pretty...

Drink hot chocolate seductively.
January 1, 2001... Take a swig of cocoa, smearing whipped cream over your top lip. Then slowly bring your tongue up and across your upper lip. Look him in the eye, say "Mmmm," then swallow. "It'll turn him on big time," says Janeen Sarlin, coauthor of 50 Ways to...

Stop racing through life.
January 1, 2001... If you're sorely missing out on me-time, reassess your schedule, says cherie Carter-Scott, Ph.D., author of If Success Is a Game, These Are the Rules (Broadway, 2000). "Sketch a pie chart of how you'd like to spend your time--more hang-time...

Dance with your dude.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... You don't need fancy footwork to get your man in the mood. Just grab him and move to your natural sexy rhythm. "The closeness and touching create an incredible physical intimacy," says Craig Marcott, author of Three Minutes of Intimacy: Dance...

Get foxy with fake fur.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Stylish stars like The Street's Jennifer Connelly are looking sophisticated and sexy in Prada-esque nuzzle-me neck pieces. Try one and you're guaranteed to spark some animal attraction. You can stay hip and keep a clear conscience by choosing a...

Minnie's Hot Pink Pucker.
January 1, 2001... For a low-maintenance makeup effect that'll make a seriously sexy statement, copy Minnie Driver's megawatt mouth. "Shiny, rosy pink lips like hers are stunning and send the message that you're not afraid to be noticed. It will definitely turn...

Can I toss that inner lid in a jar of cream alter I open it for the first time?(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... The purpose of that mysterious piece of plastic is to prevent the cream from spilling all over when you first open it since jars get tossed around a lot during shipping, says Maria Ulrich, assistant vice president of research and development...

Must-Try Celeb Manicure.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... The most fun, fearless fingernail trend we've spotted recently is the ornate custom paint job. "It's an attention-getter and a hip look right now," says L.A. manicurist Lisa Jachno, who created Madonna's stunning pink and gold nails (above)....

Lipstick for Lovers.
January 1, 2001... Looking for a lipstick that'll survive a sinful smooch or a greasy slice of pizza? Check out Max Factors Lipfinity Lipstick, $12.75, available in 20 scrumptious shades. It boasts a new ingredient called PermaTone, an oil- and water-resistant...

Win It! Frisky Fragrance.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Spritz Origins Ginger Essence Sensuous Skin Scent, $47.50, all over when you want a night (or day) filled with affection. We love how this fragrance mixes lust-inspiring notes of ginger, sandalwood, and vanilla with hints of stimulating citrus...

Wanted: Slutty Lashes.
January 1, 2001... Glam girls on red carpets to runways always have enviably lush lashes. The insider trick to such foxy eye fringe: Pull the mascara wand out until just the brush is in the tube, then bend it downward almost 90 degrees. "A bent wand makes it...

SILKY BODY SECRETS.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... My skin is pasty and parched all over! Any tips to make it soft and radiant? It's simple to get a head-to-toe glow even in the dead of winter, says Virginia Fry, lead aesthetician for The Avon Centre Salon & Spa in NYC, who's polished the...

POST-GYM HAIR HELP.
January 1, 2001... How can I freshen up my do after a workout? It's too cold to wash and go. A sweat session need not be followed by a time-sucking shampoo-and-styling ordeal. If you're sporting straight hair, refresh strands by slowly blow-drying from roots...

LOTION LIFE SPANS.(skin cream effectiveness)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Are there any guidelines to determine if old skin creams are still effective? "If a product feels or looks different from the first time you used it, then toss it," says Lydia Evans, consulting dermatologist for L'Oreal. So check for...

Scaly Brow SOS.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... My eyebrows look flaky. Should I be concerned? Don't fret over a dandrufflike brow condition. It's likely the result of winter dry skin or a buildup of facial cleanser that's stuck between hairs. Here, arch ace Vivian Hidalgo of NYC's...

Perk Up Your Pecs.
January 1, 2001... Score captivating cleavage with this bust-boosting move. Ring in the New Year with a bust that begs for a low neckline. No matter the extent of your chest dimensions, you can give your breasts a lift (and prevent future sagging) with this...

Can You Slack When You're Sick?(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Should you curl up on the couch or go work out? Head cold Fitness Rx: Expending your normal workout effort won't worsen or extend your cold, says Lewis Maharam, M.D., president of the Greater New York chapter of the American College of...

"I've heard it's smart to strengthen your core. What is it, and how do I do it?".(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Q: "I've heard it's smart to strengthen your core. What is it, and how do I do it?" A: The latest body-part buzzword, core simply refers to the torso--the abs, hips, back, and pelvis, all of which provide balance and strength for the rest...

"Are herbal weight-loss teas safe for me to drink?".(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Q: "Are herbal weight-loss teas safe for me to drink?" A Cancel that tea party, pronto! Diet teas often contain senna or cascara, herbal laxatives that stimulate the colon. "This laxative effect can cause minor weight loss, but it's mostly...

No-Brainer Diet Tricks.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Get lean with these easy tips from Joanne V. Lichten, author of Dining Lean (Nutrifit Publishing, 2000), and Barbara Rolls, author of The Volumetrics Weight-Control Plan (HarperCollins, 2001). 1. Soak it up. Pat your pizza with a paper...

The New Year's Diet Resolution I Kept!
January 1, 2001... Real women reveal the healthy eating habits they adhered to after January 1st. "I said good-bye to my four-can-a-day Dr Pepper habit and became a water-drinking fiend. Feel--and look--much healthier now." Mel, 28, artist "I...

HEALTHY-HABIT CHECK.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Q Can using my boyfriend's toothbrush make me sick? A If he's sick, it sure can. In fact, it may be an even more direct means of getting an infection than kissing him because brushing pushes viruses and bacteria beneath your gum line where...

Help for Hush-Hush Horrors.
January 1, 2001... Irksome Eye Irritations "I have a small, painful bump on my eyelid. Could it be a sty?" Most likely. Sties--one of the most common eye ailments--are inflamed oil glands that rim your eyelids (think pimple). "Stress is often the...

Hip Hottie Hollyanne.(Interview)
January 1, 2001... Although Cosmo cover girl Hollyanne is beyond genetically blessed and jet-sets all over the world as a sought-after model, she proves to be just a regular gal. The 22-year-old Canadian-born bombshell loves to explore the local flea markets near...

Cover Makeup Tips.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Makeup artist Dee Dee used Channel cosmetics. Eyes: Dee Dee used Basic Eye Colour in Crepuscules. She swept the shimmering burgundy across Hollyanne's lids, then dusted her brow bones with the sparkly nude hue. Top lashes were curled and...

The Bare Essentials.
January 1, 2001... January Cosmo is legendary for Bedside Astrologer, the all-year horoscope book that we insert in the magazine (and this year's guide is a must-read, especially considering the millennium actually starts now). But I notice we have another theme...

Cosmo mailbox.(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2001... MAN HANDLING "Thank you for November's 'How to Please a Man With Your Hands'! My boyfriend couldn't get enough. He says his body has never been manipulated so well." anonymous PRAISE FOR PEYTON "Thank you for your article on...

Fun, Fearless Female Report.
January 1, 2001... We scoured the country to find the most fun, fearless females, and each month two of them dish on what's going down in their towns. Teri Drennon, 26, manufacturing purchasing agent, Waterloo, Iowa "We're huge sports fans here. On...

Cosmo confessions.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets. HE'S COME UNDONE "My live-in boyfriend had an affair, so I decided to give him a fitting farewell: I cut the zippers and buttons off every pair of his pants. Then...

Women on the street cast their votes.
January 1, 2001... "To get back at my cheating boyfriend, I went to a matchmaking Web site and signed him up as a gay dominant male seeking a submissive mate. I typed in his new girlfriend's E-mail address as his return mailbox so she'd receive all the freaky...

Guy confessions.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Men admit to their dirtiest deeds and most shameless scams. BOOTY BURGLAR "I wanted to surprise my girlfriend with a late-night visit. She still lived at home, so I snuck in through her window. She woke up, screamed at what she thought...

GOOD GUT OR GOOD-FOR-NOTHING? Readers rate this man's MO.
January 1, 2001... "My girlfriend dumped me for a rich, older guy. Since I'd been using her car while mine was in the shop, I decided to get revenge before returning it. I punched small holes in her tires so they'd slowly deflate and leave her stranded." ...

What Was Hot in 2000.(fads)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Meg ran off with Aussie bad boy Russell, and Survivor became a national addiction. Look what else snagged our attention last year. * We had to pare down our purse contents to nothing more than lipstick, condoms, and mad money--that's all...

Uma Harks Hack.(Uma Thurman at charity auction)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Uma Thurman will really go the distance when it comes to charity. She and husband Ethan Hawke recently hosted the Room to Grow charity auction at Christie's in New York City to raise money for underprivileged kids. Near the end of the evening,...

Pop Princess's Private Passion.
January 1, 2001... When it comes to romance, Britney Spears knows all the tricks in the book. Apparently, the sexy songbird goes out in public with 'NSync crooner Justin Timberlake just to throw people off the trail of who her realbeau is. The pop princess only...

Jealous Julianne.(Julianne Moore)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Julianne Moore's gruesome scenes as the character Clarice in Hannibal, the upcoming sequel to the 1991 blockbuster thriller The Silence of the Lambs, must be putting her in a foul mood. The actress flipped out recently while filming a scene for...

Secret Star Beauty Trick.(wine-based beauty products)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Celebrities have long been connoisseurs of fine wine, but now some of them are slathering the sweet libations rather than sipping them. Stars like Madonna, Jennifer Aniston, and Catherine Zeta-Jones are all wild for grape-based products from...

Model Gone Mute.(Gisele Bundchen is nervous about speaking in public)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Gisele Bundchen, the model dating Leonardo DiCaprio, has no problem prancing on the runway wearing next to nothing, but when it comes to speaking in public, she's petrified. The Brazilian beauty was so nervous about her broken English that she...

You Asked, We Answered.(celebrity news)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Is Winona Ryder engaged to Beck? Even though Ryder attended a concert of Beck's in Ireland and has been seen sporting a diamond ring, don't be fooled, She's had the sparkler for years--that same ring started the rumor mill churning back in...

Pillow-Talk Taboos.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... These four conversation topics are big no-nos when you and your man are both naked. Here's why. * It's tempting to let conversation with your beloved get totally uncensored after a session of between-the-sheets bonding. But it's wise not...

Don't Let Finance Freak You Out.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2001... Women need to overcome investing anxiety * As a TV journalist covering Wall Street, I've talked to a lot of women about investing, and sometimes I hear them say "Oh, it's all over my head." In fact, in a recent Harris poll, women were...