Cosmopolitan articles from January 2005

Cosmopolitan archives from January 2005

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January 1, 2005... Sex Tips From Guys Want to know what men are dying for you to do to them? We asked dozens of dudes what makes a woman unforgettable in bed. Scroll through 150 hot how-tos and you'll be ready to rock his body. Carnal Counselor When you...

Kate's style clues.(The Cosmo Cover Look)
January 1, 2005... To cop a look like Kate's, try Fabulash Mascara in Black, Cream Blush in Rosy Glow, ColorStay 12-Hour Eye Shadow Quad in Copper Spice, and Superlustrous lipstick in Raspberry Freeze, all by Revlon. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] THE LOOK FOR...

What's on your mind.(From The Editor)
January 1, 2005... Our article "How to Handle a Train Wreck Friend" (page 110) describes the dilemma of having an out-of-control pal. Below, readers share their experiences. "My friend burned her ex-boyfriend's sweatshirt in the driveway of my sorority house...

Cosmo men heat up the city.(Behind the Scenes at Cosmopolitan)
January 1, 2005... In October, our 2004 batch of Hunkiest thinks (featured in our November Cosmo Men issue) flew into New York City--among from as far as Alaska!--for an all-day media blitz. It started with the Today show, where they were interviewed by Katie...

A $10,000 reason to love shirtless guys.(Behind the Scenes at Cosmopolitan)
January 1, 2005... Thousands of you wrote in to guess who the hunk emerging on the spines of your 2004 Cosmos was for our Who's That Guy Without His Shirt? sweepstakes. Those who guessed right (Germ Albers, August 2003's Guy Without His Shirt) were entered into a...

Things I didn't know till this issue.(Behind the Scenes at Cosmopolitan)
January 1, 2005... Jumping rope is the fastest way to burn calories. It zaps 10 calories a minute and 300 in half an hour (page 126). It's easier for most guys to discuss serious topics when sitting side by side rather than face-to-face (page 88). A...

Awesome advice.(You Tell Us)
January 1, 2005... "'How Not to Lose a Guy (in 10 Days)' couldn't have come at a better time. After a couple of dating disasters, I feel really hopeful about this great guy I just started seeing and don't want to screw things up. Even though my natural instinct...

Below-the-belt bonus.(You Tell Us)
January 1, 2005... "'Be a Pro With His Privates' is the Cosmo article I have been waiting for! Being able to surprise your man with new tricks really adds to the excitement. Thanks for giving us ladies exactly what we want!"--Laurinda Hellwig, Philadelphia ...

Heartbreak help.(You Tell Us)
January 1, 2005... "Thank you for writing 'Bounce Back From a Breakup.' I wish I'd had this info a few months ago, because a few of the points described me to a tee. In retrospect, I am now aware that I was rebounding in my own way as opposed to just having fun....

Mouthwatering Matt.(You Tell Us)
January 1, 2005... "I loved your November issue with Matt Damon. He is so gorgeous! I hope his girlfriend knows how lucky she is. I could never get tired of seeing him." --Amanda Smith, Camden, Tenn.

Flipping over Cosmo men.(You Tell Us)
January 1, 2005... "I absolutely love the new layout of the November issue with Cosmo Men on the flip side. What a great idea! Keep up the good work."--Gaff McCrory, Coral Springs, Fla.

Room raider.(You Tell Us)
January 1, 2005... "Are you kidding me with the article 'Psst... He's Sizing Up Your Pad'? Seriously, next time a guy says he can't handle your framed photo of Fido or your cheesy love CDs, tell him to beat it, and find yourself a man who loves the real...

Split decision.(You Tell Us)
January 1, 2005... RANT "The majority of the 'Hunkiest Hunks in America' are under 25! I want to see hot men in their late 20s and 30s. Not all 30-year-old women are married and living like Desperate Housewives. We are single and sassy with all of our teeth....

A word to the wimps.(November Issue)
January 1, 2005... "While 'Why That Guy Went MIA' explains a man's lack of dating closure and offers tips on how a woman should adjust her behavior, it fails to address how men should adjust their thinking. To pretend a woman does not exist and offer no...

Guy test-drive.(You Tell Us)
January 1, 2005... One man mouths off about the November issue of Cosmo. "I agreed with not parking your stuff at my place ["How Not to Lose a Guy in (10 Days)"]. It's an invasion of space when a girl leaves something behind without asking. But I didn't...

10 Things you should never do at his place.(Cosmo commandments)
January 1, 2005... 1 Mark your territory by sneakily stashing your eye shadow/razor/thongs in various places (the silverware drawer?). He knows what you're up to. 2 Sniff out his porn collection. Do you really want to find out that he owns the entire Planet...

Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets.(Confessions)
January 1, 2005... Howl-Worthy Revenge "When I found out my boyfriend, Greg, had been cheating on me with two different people, I called both girls to fill them in on the situation. To get back at him, we met up at the local copy shop to make 'lost dog'...

Men admit to their dirtiest deeds and most shameless scams ever.(Guy Confessions)
January 1, 2005... Humping Iron "There was a gorgeous female trainer at my new gym, so the second I joined, I signed up for a personal session with her. We started with the bench press, and she leaned over the bench to spot me as I lifted. Halfway through...

The pimple healer.(Cool Tips Hot Buys)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2005... Mario Badescu's famous Pink Drying Lotion dries out pimples overnight and helps prevent breakouts. Order: 1-800-BADESCU (223-3728). In NY, 212-223-3728. Or send ck/mo $17.00 + $4.95 s/h: Mario Badescu, Dept. CO0105, 320 East 52nd St., NY, NY...

Picture this.(Cool Tips Hot Buys)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2005... Watch Picture This and find out how host Michelle K brings photos to life. Trend-setting designer Michelle K turns home improvement dreams into beautiful reality--using only magazine pages for inspiration! Picture This, Wednesdays at 9pm, on...

Is oxygen the secret to your dream body?(Cool Tips Hot Buys)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2005... Put the Nobel Prize winning science of nitric oxide on your side. Developed by a leading PhD in food and nutritional sciences, Oxylene akg is formulated to help promote oxidized fat burning, muscle tone and energy levels by enhancing nitric...

Warming comfort.(Cool Tips Hot Buys)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2005... Experience long-lasting lubrication and increased blood circulation to the skin with Basic Solutions Thermal Warming Personal Lubricant. Vitamin and herb enriched with L-Arginine for enhanced intimate sensation, water based Thermal is gentle on...

Healing relief for cold sores.(Cool Tips Hot Buys)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2005... Cold sores can be very painful and often very embarrassing for sufferers. Viractin Cold Sore & Fever Blister Treatment, a new over-the-counter remedy available in gel, has a unique patented formulation containing Tetracaine that penetrates to...

Captivating Kate: Kate Bosworth is take-your-breath-away beautiful and on Hollywood's hot list these days. Plus, Orlando Bloom is gaga over her. No wonder she's smiling.(The Cosmo Interview)(Interview)(Cover Story)
January 1, 2005... When you hear the name Kate Bosworth, the image of the sun-kissed surfer chick she played in Blue Crush comes to mind. But in real life, the 22-year-old actress is petite and delicate, with skin so fair and flawless, it's clear she worships the...

Informer.
January 1, 2005... Q Is it true Colin Farrell has a brother?. If so, is he as wild as Colin? A Colin has a cute older brother, Eamon, 35, but he's reportedly not a party animal like Colin. The brothers do, however, share a passion for acting and dancing....

Men admit to their dirtiest deeds and most shameless scams ever.(Guy Confessions)
January 1, 2005... NICK LACHEY & JESSICA SIMPSON * These two follow traditional gender roles in both instances. Nick likes to take the lead when they're posing... and even when they're strolling (notice how he stands in front of her in both shots). And in...

The new Angelina: she's ditched her doom-and-gloom dress code and become one of Hollywood's most fashion-conscious stars.(informer)
January 1, 2005... What we expect, given her last name means pretty in French. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Her new motto: A little black goes a long way. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Now she's a caped crusader! [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The cat's...

Teri Polo.(Fun Fearless Female)
January 1, 2005... BABE BIO Current gig: Playing Pam Byrnes in Meet the Fockers Age: 35 Romantic status: Has been dating Jamie Wollam, drummer of the band Avion, for a year BALLSIEST MOVE "I was in my boyfriend's music video, and we met the...

Ryan Kwanten.(Hunk Of The Month)(Brief Article)(Interview)
January 1, 2005... * Move over Russell and Heath--there's a new Aussie babe taking Hollywoods by storm. Former Down Under soap star Ryan Kwanten is now steaming up our continent as a hunky surf instructor on Summerland. And while he's quickly becoming a...

Party pix.(informer)
January 1, 2005... Jamie Foxx to Will Smith: "No uppercuts; I'm not playing Sugar Ray Leonard." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Is Maggie Gyllenhaal attempting to protect her bro, Jake, from future heartbreak? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Lindsay tries to...

Is he a hugger or a kisser? The next time a guy greets you, notice his body language. It can reveal a ton about him and his feelings for you.(Man Manual)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Half Huggers "Guys who give a one-armed embrace tend to be guarded with their emotions," says Audrey Nelson, PhD, author of You Don't Say: Navigating Nonverbal Communication Between the Sexes, "but in the sack, they're able to unleash all...

Early signs you're a love match.(guy spy)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... While it takes time to test true compatibility, there are some clear clues that you and your new guy may have found the real deal. * You crack each other up. If you're a pair that really spark and get each other's sense of humor, that bodes...

We want you to have a sexual past.(the secret he wants to spill)
January 1, 2005... Sure, we're the ones who ask stupid questions about your sack experience and then get huffy when you give us the honest truth. But the fact is, we like it when you have a few bedroom tricks up your sleeve (that we know didn't come from a book)...

Read between his lines.(guy spy)
January 1, 2005... HE SAYS: "So, are all of your friends married?" HE MEANS: "Are you looking to get married anytime soon?" SOURCE: JAY CARTER, PSY.D, AUTHOR OF NASTY MEN

4 sneaky ways to hook him: getting your guy just a little bit jealous can be a very good thing.(his point of view)
January 1, 2005... * Here's an uncensored truth about guys: We get bored easily. If we think we have your devotion locked up, we want it less. That's why it's key for you to ramp up the excitement by making your man slightly jealous. If a dude thinks he's in...

"My successful jealousy trick".(guys speak out)
January 1, 2005... "I checked my missed calls with my girl right next to me so she could see an ex called. She got territorial, confirming her feelings for me." --John Weingarten "I asked a friend to pretend she wanted me in front of my lady. The second...

Guy without his shirt: check out this month's half-naked hunk.(Man Manual)
January 1, 2005... Name: Kris Kranz Age: 19 Height: 6 feet Weight: 170 pounds Sign: Taurus Hometown: Bloomington, Minn. Favorite thing: "I'm a mechanic and I love working on cars. Having fun and saving someone's day is the coolest...

Show her now to please you.(Cosmo for your guy)
January 1, 2005... * Regardless of how good your girlfriend is in the sack, sometimes you may need her to do things a little harder or softer or, you know, move around more. But how do you tell her that without hurting her feelings? Or losing sex privileges for...

When you dump a girl, she falls apart.(Myth of the Month)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... "When a guy dumps me, I'm usually upset for a couple of days... until I realize what a jerk he is for letting me go. That just gives me incentive to shake it off, come out on top, and move on." --Kirsten, 22 "Getting dumped is the...

10 flirty must-haves.(Cosmo Shopping)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... 1 Ruffly Wrap Cotton-blend sweater, O Oscar, $60, 866-966-7227 2 Romantic Cami Camisole with lace and ribbon detail, Single, $179 3 Floral-Print Purse Bag with bamboo handle, Banana Republic, $58, www.bananarepublic.com...

Key pieces, lots of ways: score a few sexy staples like a fitted tweed blazer, winter white trousers, and a lingerie-inspired cami, then mix and mix and mix--they all match.(Outfit Advance)
January 1, 2005... at work Necklace, Roxanne Assoulin for Lee Angel, $130 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Skirt, Nicole Miller New York, $158, 800-348-6940 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Leather pumps, Seychelles, $70 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] for a...

You glow, girl: look amazing after dark in metallic and gilded brocade pieces that put the lust in luster. Check out our pick of high-shine steals.(Trend Tip Sheet)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... METALLIC Ali Larter Sequined scarf, Gap, $39.50, www.gap.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Sequined jacket, Bebe, $189, www .bebe.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Metallic-leather wedges, Michelle K, $135 [ILLUSTRATION...

Skirt chasing: yes, the mini still gives you maximum exposure. But a girl's gotta have options. Here shape of things to come.(Selections)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... FULL Sarah Jessica Parker Brocade A-line skirt, Express Design Studio, $98, 877-415-4551 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Floral-print skirt, Perry Ellis Women's, $128, 800-HBENDEL [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Knee-length skirt, Club...

Striking Espresso locks.(beauty gossip)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Trendsetters like Reese Witherspoon, Renee Zellweger, and Ashlee Simpson have gone for a daring dark-brown hair hue. Espresso and sable colors are great if you really want to make a statement, says Margot Hernandez, colorist for NYC's Oscar...

A-list cuticle tip.(beauty gossip)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Some of Tinseltown's most glamorous fingertips, like those of Cameron Diaz, are tended to at L.A.'s Paint Shop. A quick trick we snagged from owner Julie Serquinia: If the skin around your nails is dry and rough, rub on a drop of tea tree oil...

Jamie-Lynn gets sexy.(New Star Style)(Jamie-Lynn DiScala)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Sassy Sopranos beauty Jamie-Lynn DiScala has dropped her Super-cutesy look for a more sultry style. How did she pull it off? For starters, she exchanged her coiled-up curls for sleeker strands. As for her makeup, she ditched the flashy silver...

A blond's brow secret.(beauty gossip)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Ever wonder how babes with bleached hair, like Denise Richards, ensure that their brows look in sync with their fake flaxen locks? trick is to make sure your brows are never darker than the darkest shade in your hair color," says makeup guru...

Get a natural glow.(Pro Tip)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Bronzers are a salvation in winter, but they can sometimes look fake. For a realistic effect, apply a peach blush to your cheeks before swiping bronzer all over. The pop of peach will break up the monochromatic effect of bronzer and will make...

Are you using the right fragrance?(beauty lessons)(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
January 1, 2005... For the longest-lingering results, match your perfume formula to your skin type. If you have dry skin... use an eau de parfum, the most potent type of scent. Skin that lacks moisture doesn't hold fragrance well, so it's a good idea...

How to paint your nails red (perfectly).(beauty lessons)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Guest nail pro: Suzy Weiss-Fischmann, artistic director of O.P.I. Her fans: Gwen Stefani and Courtney Thorne-Smith The beauty scoop: Bold nail lacquer can be tricky to apply because even tiny mistakes are obvious. To avoid going out of...

Ask Rachel.(beauty lesson)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Q. No matter what kind of mascara I use, my lashes always clump. Help! Try combing your lashes between coats. Believe it or not, I like to use a toothbrush because the full bristles lift off any globs. Also, let the first coat dry...

How stressed are your tresses?(hair how-to)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... To fix dull, strawlike locks, you first need to figure out the cause so you can use the right remedy. Our simple test: One morning, use a deep conditioner. Around 6 p.m., touch your hair. If your strands feel just as bad... Your locks...

Built-to-last blowout trick.(hair how-to)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... If your style calls it quits only hours after you dried it, there's a likely culprit: Even though your hair feels hot while you're blow-drying it, it's not completely dry, says Tammy Laimos, a stylist at the Minardi Salon in NYC. "You must get...

Mandy's pretty pixie.(Hot Short Hair)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... No matter what lock length Mandy Moore sports, she always looks gorgeous, but we really love this nape-hugging style. It has lots of texture and volume, which gives it a fresh and sexy effect. To copy her coif, ask your stylist to snip in a few...

The key to foxy curls.(hair how-to)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... A curling-iron strategy that creates loose, cascading spirals: Don't use the clamp. It will make the curl too springy. Here's the lowdown. STEP 1 Mist an inch-wide section of dry hair with hair spray. Pull it taut and place the iron about...

Twice-as-nice beauty loot: be prepared to primp anywhere, especially during this crazy busy season, with these smart double-duty (or multi-duty) products.(editor's picks)(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
January 1, 2005... Tweezers/Brow Gel and More This sleek kit is the uffimate brow groomer, corp taining tweezers, a brush, a pencil, a highlighter, and gel. Estee Lauder Artist's Brow Essentials, $25. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Moisturizer/...

2 girls get Cosmo-tized: it shouldn't take hours to get hot. Here's how we made two readers look absolutely gorgeous in only 30 minutes.(instant makeovers)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Before Kathryn's hair was healthy, but her cut lacked shape and the color seemed drab. She liked to wear eye makeup, but she didn't emphasize her full lips. After We gave Kathryn a sexier hairstyle by first cutting some peekaboo...

Heartthrob comebacks.(instant makeovers)(television actors)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... It was a sad day when Party of Five was canceled--and we've missed Bailey and Charlie Salinger every day since it went off the air. Thankfully, both of the show's studs are back: Matthew Fox stars on ABC's hit Lost, and Scott Wolf is on The...

Being fashionably late.(instant makeovers)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... When it comes to parties, being the first to arrive is lame. But so is showing up when the bash is half-over and the host is ready to disown you as a friend. Siobhan Flaherty, of Flaherty Miller Events, offers her soiree-throwing expertise:...

Unbuttoned blazers.(instant makeovers)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... To take this season's buttoned-up look from serious to seductive, wear a cute cropped jacket without anything underneath. Leave the bottom button or two undone to reveal a peek of midriff, and pair it with loose low-rise pants to create a...

What's sexy this second ...(instant makeovers)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... What's Sexy This Second... SEXY VS. SKANKY Wrapping a Draping faux-fur stole yourself in around your head-to-toe shoulders mink The...

How to ... spice up your union.(Love And Lust)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... A few years in, you may find that while love grows, excitement wanes. Here are ways to get back the thrills. Shock your guy. Show him that you still have some surprises up your sleeve. "Men love to discover, so learning new things about you...

"He needs to know where I am all the time.".(Spat Of The Month)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... This behavior probably stems from the fact that he's smitten, but the underlying message is he doesn't trust you. "Tell him you feel like he's keeping tabs on you," says David Niven, PhD, author of The 100 Simple Secrets of Great Relationships....

Slip into some sexy bed wear.(Blow-His-Mind Tip)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... You don't need those flannel jams to keep you warm at night... at least not when he's sleeping over. So don something more alluring. Perfect example: Snug hipster briefs (for that naughty, sporty sexiness) with a cleavage-revealing cotton cami...

His secret sex wishes: your man may not be telling you everything you need to know to know to knock his socks off in the sack. Luckily, we will.
January 1, 2005... * Sure, guys might pipe up about some of their bedroom preferences, but the truth is, they don't always reveal everything they're aching for. "Often, men worry that if they suggest what's really on their mind, you might feel insulted or...

5 truths women don't know about boyfriends: to keep your bond strong, you have to get wise to these totally-guy love behaviors. Take a peek into the male mind so you can comprehend him.(Love And Lust)
January 1, 2005... * You love the guy and feel like you pretty much know him and all of his quirks, and yet inevitably, your boyfriend does things during the course of the relationship that make you go "Huh?" That's because there are guy-unique love habits you're...

Sex mistakes even hot couples make: Cosmo talked booty with the author of a buzzed-about sex book. He shed light on the passion pitfalls that can sometimes snag even the most amorous duos.(Love And Lust)
January 1, 2005... * Even couples with a full-throttle sex life can hit a speed bump between the sheets. To keep you and your man moving and grooving, Cosmo talked to Ian Kerner, PhD, sex therapist and author of She Comes First. He clued us in on the mattress...

Should you be friends with an ex? When a relationship ends, it's hard to know where in your life to relegate your old beau to. Our miniquiz will help you organize your ex files and figure out who is wise to keep around.(Love And Lust)
January 1, 2005... * Since women these days are waiting longer to get hitched (current U.S. Census figures show the median age of marriage is 25 and rising), chances are, you've racked up a bevy of old beaus. And unfortunately, some are harder to get over than...

Feel sexier than ever before: don't wait for a man to anoint you a sexual person. You can tap into your most sensual powers all by yourself.(Love And Lust)
January 1, 2005... * Ever been around a woman who oozes sexual energy and wished you could be more like that? Many women make the mistake of believing that to feel and be sexual, there needs to be a guy lighting that part of her on fire. But the best way to...

Buzz worthy: the promos, products and hot happenings that have people talking.
January 1, 2005... the promos, products and hot happenings that have people talking buzz worthy Log on to Hot Spot in the "products & promotions" box on www.cosmopolitan.com for more great promotions and special offers. WIN A NEW 2005 FORD...

"His lusty scheme that won me back": these dudes pulled some seductive moves to score a second chance.(Heart Copy)
January 1, 2005... "The chemistry between me and Jamie was great, but he never took an interest in anything I liked. I loved to dance, but Jamie always refused, saying he looked stupid. Meanwhile, I would accompany him on all of his outdoor activities even though...

"I drove drunk and killed three people": a celebration turned to tragedy when Nicole LaFreniere, 23, made the fateful decision to drive after drinking too much. She tells Cosmo about the accident that landed her in prison.(Real-Life Reads)
January 1, 2005... * Saturday, February 23, 2002, was the last normal day of my life. A week earlier, I'd started a new job at a hair salon in my hometown of Livermore, California--I loved styling hair--and I wanted to celebrate my first big career step. So...

How to handle a train wreck friend: if your BFF makes Paris Hilton look like a friggin' nun, read on. When a chick you're close to is on a collision course, you don't want to go down with her.(What You're Dying To Know About)
January 1, 2005... * These days, you can't pick up a magazine or read a gossip column without coming across a story about some self-sabotaging celeb. Seriously, how many sequels of Paris Hilton's sex tapes have to slip out before she gets a due and stops making...

How long can you wait to have a baby? Thanks to some headline-making fertility treatments, young women feel better about postponing pregnancy. But do these experimental methods hold more hype than they do hope?(What You're Dying To Know About)
January 1, 2005... Call it the great biological-clock catch-22: By the time you feel ready to have a baby, getting pregnant may not be as easy its it would've been when you were younger. At age 27, your ability to conceive dips, and after 35, your chances are 50...

Could a Cosmo girl be drafted? Due to the war in Iraq, there's buzz that a draft might be reinstated. Is it true? And will women be called up-too?(What You're Dying To Know About)
January 1, 2005... * No doubt you've heard minors that the draft might be making a comeback. But there's no reason to panic yet. President Bush said in October that "we're not going to have a drain--period." And the same month, the House voted down a bill that...

4 sexy ways to beat cabin fever.(Pleasures)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Wintertime doesn't have to leave you feeling cooped up and Sluggish. Keep form going stir-crazy with these fun moves: 4 Sexy Ways to Beat Cabin Fever Wintertime doesn't have to leave you feeling cooped up and sluggish. Keep from...

Melt away neck stress.(Pleasures)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Rub your hands together vigorously, then place your palms on either side of your neck, advises Reiki master William Lee Rand, founder of the International Center for Reiki Training in Southfield, Michigan. Slide your palms down so they lie flat...

Vanilla bliss.(Quick Lift)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... You may crave a rich, piping-hot cup of java to pull you out of bed in the a.m., but the Vanilla Coffee Exfoliating Scrub from the Spa Without Walls at the Fairmont Orchid in Hawaii will perk up your bod without leaving you jittery. To make at...

24 ways to simplify you life: if you're in desperate need of some downtime (who isn't?), try our sanity- and time-saving shortcuts.(You You You)
January 1, 2005... While leading a full life is a worthy aspiration there's a point at which you risk spreading yourself too thin. Are you in touch with that feeling? Thought so. And aside from being frazzled, there are other consequences to taking on too much....

Booty camp: 7 steps to a beautiful butt: we got tush technician Leandro Carvalho, creator of New York's hottest derreire workout, to design this awesome routine. It'll make your ass fabulous.(You You You)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Q "I've heard the StairMaster will bulk up my behind. Is it true?" A "Because women have low levels of testosterone, it would be almost impossible to 'spot add' to this area," explains exercise physiologist Kevin Steele, PhD, vice...

Do you have sexy confidence? Some girls know how to embrace their hotness. Find out if you're secure in your skin this quiz.(Cosmo Quiz)
January 1, 2005... (1) On a coed ski trip, everyone's hopping into the Jacuzzi... including a chick with a jaw-dropping Halle Berry bod. You: a. Feel a little daunted but wear a suit you know you look okay in. b. Proudly sport a string bikini. c....

"My clothing crisis": women reveal their true tales of wardrobe malfunctions.(Your Work Life)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... * "I was wearing a new skirt that was a little on the short side. Before going to lunch, I used the bathroom and then headed out. While I was standing in line at the deli, my coworker came over and said 'Trish, you need to fix your skirt.' I...

"How can I last through the day when I'm completely exhausted?".(Your Work Life)
January 1, 2005... Stay busy, because taking it easy will only make you more sluggish. Focus on simple tasks like sorting through paperwork. "This way, you're still being productive without taxing your fried brain," says Karen Randall, author of The Twelve Truths...

Step it up.(Trick Of The Month)(read your boss' mind)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Could you be on thin ice with your boss? Below, signs it's time to get your rear in gear. Your boss demands more details. Does she ask for extra info every time you turn something in? "It's clear you've been letting things slip through the...