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BEAUTY & WELL-BEING

The Nod Shop

Need my compact. Where’s my….phone?

From Fenty Beauty to Charlotte Tilbury, the coolest accessory is a lip tint, blotting powder, or compact that’s compatible with your device
By Navya Sharma
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Hair & Makeup

Diwali parties need an emergency beauty kit. 4 experts spill what’s in theirs

Because surviving the marathon of card parties and late-night dinners requires tactical intervention, not just wishful thinking
By Patsy Anthony
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Everyone's talking about

Can XERF really give you a jawline that could cut glass?

Kim Kardashian and Priyanka Chopra Jonas are fans. Now, the Korean skin-tightening technology has arrived in India. Two dermatologists break down what it can deliver, where it falls short, and whether it’s worth the price tag
By Sheree Gomes Gupta
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Wind Down

Singer-songwriter Raveena Aurora is finding beauty in simplicity

The LA-based musician reflects on creativity after loss, why she’s embracing a pared-back look in ‘Blissed Out’, and the wellness rituals that brought her back into her body
By Avani Thakkar
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The Tab

Personal trainers, Pilates, protein: how much does your fitness habit cost you?

India’s growing obsession with breaking a sweat is creating new spending habits across demographics. And they don’t seem to be complaining
By Avani Thakkar
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Confessions

Who put the eldest daughter in charge of everyone’s health?

She’s explaining pea protein to parents who raised her on Complan, recommending Pilates to the aunt who counts a leisurely stroll as exercise, and has hawk eyes on everyone’s blood-test markers
By Tara Singh

CULTURE

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Entertainment

Does Netflix’s ‘The One About Matthew Perry’ offer closure?

One ‘Friends’ superfan argues that it does—but not in a way you’d imagine
By Rehana Munir
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In collaboration with Don Julio Non-Alcoholic Carbonated Beverages

Bringing Don Julio Non-Alcoholic Carbonated Beverages’ Day of the Dead event to life, Mumbai style

Rooted in heritage, alive with music: a celebration of Mexico in Mumbai, in the spirit of Por Amor
By Sanaiya Mehta
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The Diwali Handbook

The fine art of what not to do as a Diwali host

How loud should the music be? Can you have too many statement pieces? Thoughts on string lights? And what’s the secret to keeping guests entertained? These industry insiders share their dos and don’ts
By The Nod Desk
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In collaboration with Hacienda Patrón X Kapoor 2.0

Hacienda Patrón brought Día de Muertos to Delhi and Mumbai

From bringing Mexico’s iconic festival to two Indian cities to an immersive cultural experience and a collaboration with Kapoor 2.0, here's what made the celebrations worth talking about
By Vanshika Jain
Virtual Life

Amidst the protests, Gen Z found a new tool—gamification

Using AI and code, young creators kept up from a distance, be it by delivering virtual taplis or creating games inspired by Subway Surfers
By Manasvi Pote
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Shuffled

16 Vikrant Massey facts for the curious cats

Like most of us, the actor too comes with irrational fears, an appreciation of Japanese food, and a childhood love for Superman. Unlike us, he has a room full of trophies
By The Nod Desk

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