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1. A sand-removal bag that's filled with talc-free, reef-safe powder designed to absorb the moisture in the wet sand that clings (oh, does it cling!) to skin, making it incredibly easy to just...brush off! Idk about you, but I'm tired of bringing half of the beach home with me.
Promising review: "We recently moved to a beach area, and we are constantly there. This item has changed our entire lives! It lasts decently long (depending on how much you use it), it smells super good (not at all like baby powder), and it's super effective. It has saved me from vacuuming my car at least 1–2 times a week. And I even use it on my dogs paws and bellies to make sure they're taken care of too. I will definitely be buying the refill & another baggie to have exclusively in the car." —Gabbs Uresti
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
Shakalo is a small business based in San Diego.
2. A super-concentrated soap perfect for camping or backpacking trips or use in the outdoors — it's an effective all-purpose soap you can use on your hands, body, hair, clothes, dishes, gear, and more (you just need a few drops)! The ingredients are designed to degrade safely in the environment over time — just dig a hole six to eight inches deep and pour soapy water inside.
Promising review: "I used this soap to do dishes, clean clothing and wash up in a lake during a recent hiking trip. Can't say enough good things about it. 2 ounces will last a good amount of trips. Smells great too!" —Spawn
Promising review: "This really does live up to the hype. I was super impressed by how well it lathered up with just a couple of drops, even in cold water. The bottle doesn't take up much room in your pack, and it's even small enough to meet TSA carry-on requirements for liquids. This is a great product that I'll be keeping in my kit for the rest of forever." —JB
Get a 2-ounce bottle from Amazon for $8.04.
3. A handheld watermelon slicer so you can more easily enjoy cubes of that sweet, sweet summer melon without wasting time, dealing with a giant carving knife, or shelling out extra bucks for the pre-cut stuff from the grocery store. And reviewers agree it's quick, safe, and creates less mess compared to other watermelon cutting tools!
Check out a TikTok of the watermelon cutter in action. Note: make sure you cut the top of the watermelon off before using the cutter!
Promising review: "Love this watermelon slicer! Makes it easy to cut the watermelon really fast and with less of a mess. Washed this several times already in the dishwasher with no problems. Very satisfying to make such nice even slices. Works well for large Costco watermelons and medium grocery store watermelons." —G Mom
Get it from Amazon for $24.97.
4. An adjustable mister (it can stand on its own or wrap around furniture) that fits any standard outdoor hose faucet and releases a cooling spray that can reduce the temperature of the surrounding area by *up to 20 degrees*!! When the real feel on the news forecast has you feeling like the 🥵 emoji, you'll be so grateful to have it.
People love it for their outdoor plants too!
Promising review: "This has been the most loved purchase in my household so far this summer. Temperatures are reaching 100 in Georgia now and this makes it much more bearable to spend time outside. I can sit outside in full sun exposure and not feel too hot due to this mister. It truly is an essential purchase to save yourself if you have kids or pets who need to spend time outside!" —Maddie Pannell
Get it from Amazon for $27 (also available in multipacks).
5. A refillable plug-in fly trap designed with a light to lure in flying insects in your home — it's especially great for fruit flies and gnats — and trap them, so you don't have to try to get them one by one.
Check out a TikTok of the plug-in fly trap in action.
Promising review: "I can’t say enough wonderful things about these handy little bug catchers! They are simple to use, cheap to refill, and catch a ton of small bugs and flies. I have eight of them now, all around my house! It’s a little gross how many tiny flying insects are around…but it makes me feel a lot better now that I have these!" —Chris H.
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $16.99.
6. And for the outdoors, a high-voltage bug zapper to help banish mosquitos, gnats, and flies from your backyard, so you can enjoy happy hour on the patio, evening bonfires, and backyard barbecues in peace.
Promising review: "It will kill any flying insects like mosquitoes, gnats, flies, horse flies, fruit flies, house flies, moths, bees, wasps, and pretty much anything else that's flying around lol! I use this anywhere it's dark. It has a blue-violet light that attracts flying insects, and the voltage electric grid zaps them on contact, you can hear them being zapped and you're like yes! I like that I don't have to put up with the smell and mess of those nasty sprays that take your breath away and leave a big mess behind. I also don't have to worry about all my little pets and kids smelling that spray.
"It's so lightweight and easy to use; you can hang it everywhere you like. It doesn't have to warm up and starts working when plugged in. I love it ZAP! The best part is it's easy to clean, when the dead bugs fall onto the tray you just use the brush that's provided. The bulb is replaceable, so if it starts being less effective at attracting flying buys, you can replace it and the bugs will continue ZAPPING. This is a good buy. 💯" —Maija solaja
Get it from Amazon for $39.98.
7. And a pack of "mosquito dunks," genius little tablets formulated with BTI (a bacteria that's toxic to mosquito larvae) you can toss into areas of standing water to prevent the little guys from growing up to be old enough to bite you.
When used as directed, it's not harmful to people, honeybees, or the environment in general. And btw, each dunk is designed to last for 30 days and can treat 100 square feet of surface water, so you can also break them up for smaller areas of standing water. Reviewers say they're also great for fungus gnats!
Promising review: "We had a terrible mosquito problem at our new house and the mosquitos were huge (we live in Texas!). We could not be outside without about 8–10 attacking us and we did not want to have to spray our bodies with anything, so we had to run indoors. I created a mosquito bait trap by getting a large container and filling it with water and adding a bog plant. Mosquitoes love standing water! While I waited for Amazon to deliver these dunks I noticed mosquitoes were loving the water and laying eggs, so there were tons of larvae in there just waiting to grow into big mosquitoes and attack us, too. The dunks arrived and I dropped half of one in the water and the next morning the larvae in there were all dead, and so were some mosquitoes!! And the mosquito population attacking us dropped from 5–10 per person to just 1 now and then!!! The bog plant is fine! I love that these dunks are safe for birds, too, because I recommended these to friends who have a bubbling urn and a terrible mosquito problem. They used one in the urn and it cut down on the mosquito population and the birds can still safely stop by for a drink, as can squirrels." —BGuhl
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $10.47.
8. Two-tone PJs made of a moisture-wicking bamboo viscose material that'll feel cool against your skin... and help you not wake up in a pool of sweat night after night (after night, after night).
I bought the sleeveless version and liiiive in them — they're so breezy and comfy!
Promising review: "I like these PJs so much, I bought a second pair. With the daily temperature staying in the 90s for weeks now, this summer, these PJs are perfect for warmer summer nights." —Aniko Szabo
Promising review: "After suffering from menopause night sweats, waking up several times a night in a pool of sweat, these PJs were recommended to me. The PJs fit loosely. The material instantly cooled my body. At night, it pulled the sweat from my body, allowing me to have a good rest. I don't know where the fluid went, but my sheets were not wet. I will be buying several more pairs." —jcwg
Get them from Amazon for $21.66+ (available in women's sizes S–4X and 12 colors).
And if you're looking for other styles, this brand makes tons in the same moisture-wicking bamboo fabric — you can shop them all on their Amazon storefront!
9. A bottle of Tend Skin Solution to stop ingrown hairs and skin irritation in their tracks, making it the perfect post-shaving product with a cult following for a reason.
Promising review: "Great quality. This product is the only thing that works for my razor burn. I hope they never stop making this." —LethalVows
Another promising review: "After many years of razor burn on my face/neck, I finally broke down and bought this per a friend's recommendation. I have sensitive skin and had given up hope that anything could help. This totally changed my outlook on shaving. My neck especially would be the worst. I dab it on immediately after I rinse and dry, post-shave. It does burn a bit but that goes away pretty quickly. Totally worth it to not have razor burn/bumps anymore. I only apply it once after shaving even though the directions recommend repeat applications the following day. Go ahead and purchase, you won't be disappointed!" —bill nye
Get it from Amazon for $26.99.
10. A Yonanas fruit soft-serve maker capable of transforming any frozen fruit into an ice cream–like treat with ease. Also easy? All the removable parts are dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup too! This is a great option for people with dietary restrictions or anyone who LOVES super fruity desserts — I'll take a strawberry-banana ice cream, please!
Promising review: "I saw one of these in action at a friend's house like five years ago and thought it was just a made up memory, because making ice cream out of solely frozen fruit seems wild. But when I saw a TikTok about it I immediately went to Amazon and bought it. Literally this was the BEST decision of my life. I cannot believe still how amazing this thing is! It makes the creamiest, best tasting fruit ice cream ever. It’s easy to take apart and clean, and super easy to use." —DMCKAY
Get it from Amazon for $35.70.
11. A Scotts lawn repair treatment made up of grass seed, mulch, "tackifier" to prevent seeds from washing away, a protectant, and a ~soil amendment~ specifically designed to repair areas that have been "burned" by your dog's pee, so those worn-down areas can look green and lush in no time flat.
Note that the ideal time to spread this is when air temperatures are between 60 degrees–80 degrees, so depending on the weather in your area, it might be a great time!
Promising review: "I have lacrosse players and dogs and this stuff is amazing. My yard looked like an abandoned lot before this and it literally 'grew anywhere' just like it said. The bag I planted last year actually came back strong this year so I put more down and it is working like a dream!" —chchmom
Get it from Amazon for $19.84+ (available in five sizes).
12. AquaGuard, a pre-swim hair cream designed to protect your tresses from damaging chlorine (aka less dryness, fewer tangles, no turning green, and no icky chlorine smell!) — just dampen your hair, apply the cream, and dive in! Now you can play "mermaids" all you want without sacrificing your hair health.
Promising review: "This stuff is AMAZING! Literally nothing else keeps tangles out of my daughter’s hair like this does. Her hair is so thick and very difficult to brush; this makes it easy peasy to brush the tangles out after a swim in the pool. It also softens her hair. When not used, the pool chemicals make her hair very stiff and dry. We even use this every once in a while just because! It smells wonderful and doesn’t make the hair greasy in any way. I cannot recommend this product enough!!!" —Emily Gardner
Get it from Amazon for $21.99.
13. A "Cup Claw" because if you've ever have had to deal with folded up or falling out bra inserts in tank tops, sports bras, or bathing suits, you KNOW why this was invented. Save yourself a scream of frustration every laundry day, and just break out this lil guy instead.
Cup Claw is a US-based, family-owned small business specializing in fashion tools.
Promising review: "After so many lost bra pads, this has been a lifesaver. Instead of feeling immense amounts of frustration, trying to get the pads back into place, this works like a breeze. It is simple to use, effective, and takes a lot of stress out of life. If you are tired of fighting with pads to get them smoothed out and back into place I highly recommend this." —Wesley I.
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
14. A pair of TikTok-famous Cushionaire "recovery" slide sandals that seem to get more popular with every passing day — and for good reason. Reviewers swear the molded cushioned footbed (made from a *waterproof* foam) stays comfy for hours and hours, whether you're using them as at-home slippers or actual outside shoes (great for poolside or the beach!). Plus reviewers say they're great for pain from plantar fasciitis, bunions, spondylilothesis, and more — ahhh sweet relief.
Promising review: "Literally clouds on your feet. Stop looking for better shoes than these; they don't exist. Literally. When I say, Literally. CLOUDS... on your feet. I actually put these shoes on when my feet hurt walking barefoot around our hardwood floor all day. I ordered two pairs of these and was not disappointed. I wear these to all of my weddings as a wedding photographer. (Best business investment ever). I wear these everywhere I go. If I could wear them to bed, I would. If you thought Crocs were comfy... try these. They also are adorable. I ordered my regular size and a size smaller and found that they do tend to run a little larger. I will 110% be re-ordering more pairs until the day I die. And you will be too. TRUST ME!!" —Hannah
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in women's sizes 5–12 and 29 colors).
15. A set of internet-famous Mellanni sheets made of a super-soft and moisture-wicking microfiber fabric over 250,000 5-star reviewers (wow!) love for being cozy and sleeping surprisingly cool, even at peak summer temperatures — and at an unbeatable price! You just might want to ditch your expensive sheets for these babies after the first night.
Promising review: "These have become my favorite sheets. I normally don't like microfiber feeling sheets but these are absolutely amazing. They don't feel hot at all even in 90 degrees NYC weather. I am very picky with sheets and tend to get very irritated at itchy cheap cotton. These are the best sheets I have ever owned and I get amazing sleep on these sheets. You can't beat it for that price! Will definitely order again." —Caroline M
Promising review: "I have been an expensive cotton sheet snob for a long time. But when I saw the reviews on the Mellanni sheets I had to give them a try. Thought microfiber would be too hot and not soft enough. Well it has been over 100 degrees here and their sheets are not hot. Also, I have paid so much for cotton sheets that were scratchy and hard feeling and the elastic on the fitted sheet wore out in less than six months. Mellanni sheets are really soft and I am glad I found them." —john andenes
Get a set of queen sheets from Amazon for $34.97 (available in sizes twin–California king, plus sheet sets with deep pockets for taller mattresses and 45 colors and patterns).
16. And a cooling blanket designed with fibers that can help absorb body heat so you can relax at home (especially when the AC doesn't seem to quite be enough!) in a bit more comfort. One side is 100% cotton, and the other side is a specially designed ~Arc-Chill~ fabric — when you sit on it, you'll be surprised how cool it feels to the touch!
I have a similar cooling blanket, because the fabric of my couch is gorgeous but...gets VERY hot in the summer — they can make all the difference!
Promising review: "I’ve never reviewed anything, but this is the real deal. I love it. I sleep hot naturally, and sleeping next to my 500-degree boyfriend is worse. I used to be up all night and would eventually move to the couch because I was so hot. This blanket cools me down and makes me super comfortable even on 95-degree days." —lizzy
Promising review: "I run really hot and I have tried so many various blankets. Well I am here to tell you, this is the one you need. I live in the southwest where temps exceed 110 degrees regularly in the summer. I used to wake up sweaty every single morning, even with the AC on. Well come to this blanket and WOW, No more waking up sweating, you can ACTUALLY feel the cooling. Almost feels as if the blanket has a built in AC. This is the blanket to get, stop searching and just order it. I promise you'll like it." —Brantley Rockwell
Get it from Amazon for $28.79+ (available in five sizes and seven colors).
17. And! A set of two cooling pillowcases made with similar cooling fibers so you don't have to keep flipping your pillow to the cool side dozens of times on those most scorching nights — these are always the cool side.
Promising review: "Super happy with these pillowcases — both sides are fairly cool, but the cooling side never warms up, which is wonderful in 110-degree California summers. They do not smell (something I worry about with nontraditional linen fabrics). They do tend to get a little wrinkly, but since they zip up, they quickly smooth out." —Tonia
Get them from Amazon for $16.95+ (available in standard, queen, and king sizes and nine colors).
18. A sand-free beach mat, because enjoying the beach is one thing....but discovering a SINGLE tiny grain into your house when you get home?! That's another entirely. This is designed to keep sand from coming home with you *and* is made with stakes (to keep it lying neatly all day) and five zipper pockets to store your stuff!
19. A pair of metatarsal pads to add some extra cushion to your high heels before that big event you have coming up. They're the thickness of four stacked credit cards to provide comfort for the balls of your feet without changing the fit of your shoe, have adhesive backing so they won't slip and slide while you're on the dance floor, and even can absorb sweat.
Promising review: "I read all of the comments for these and thought it might be too good to be true so i wanted to give them a try myself and they are SO GOOD!! The reviews are true!! I put these on some heels I to the club and they were super comfortable, and did not slip at all! They even kinda helped my feet not to sweat or slip around in my heels as well. Would definitely purchase again." —Les
Get a set of two pairs from Amazon for $9.97 (available in beige, black, and clear).
20. One/Size's On 'Til Dawn waterproof setting spray, which gives a matte finish and all-day hold to your makeup look, whether you're dripping sweat or even getting a refreshing dip in the pool!
Promising review: "90 degrees today and was on the boat partying from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. I literally had people asking what kind of setting spray I used because my makeup didn’t move. I love this spray." —TRider
Promising review: "HYPERHIDROSIS GAME CHANGER!!!!!! I don’t know how I ever lived without this product. Not only does my sweating not make the slightest smudge, but I even went swimming and still had flawless makeup." —southerngirl55
Get it from Sephora for $32 (or $17 for the mini).
21. An oscillating tower fan one reviewer nicknamed "THE GLACIER" *and* said is "better than your air conditioner." (I'm immediately sold.) It has six speeds — up to 24 feet per second velocity — and three modes, and reviewers agree that it's super quiet. Installing a window air conditioner can be scary...all you have to do is plug this in!
It's sleek and narrow, so it won't take up a ton of space in your room, and it looks surprisingly cool! It comes with a remote control so you can turn it on from your bed, and the LED lights turn off in sleep mode, so you don't need to worry about being disturbed.
Promising review: "Blown away! Not literally. I originally got this fan for my kid so she could cool down on warmer nights and help her sleep. The only problem was.. it works so well, everyone keeps wanting to take it away (even me!) We've been using this model in almost non-stop operation for months now, changing the settings, using the remote, etc. This thing works like a champ, even after we've accidentally knocked it over a bunch of times. Anyway, I've decided to buy a couple more of these bad boys. Hands down, stop looking and comparing, just get this and be happy." —Lucretius' Quiet Citadel
Promising review: "I am elderly and live in Texas, where we have 100+-degree heat on a daily basis in the summer. This is, hands down, the best and most powerful fan I have experienced. I love it so much that I bought a second one for my sister, who is heat-sensitive. She got rid of the two tower fans she was using as this fan cooled her room." —TJ
Get it from Amazon for $89.99.
22. Or if you are actually in need of some true AC, a portable Black & Decker air conditioner (that also works as a dehumidifier and fan) with all the power and cooling you need, without any permanent changes — you can even move it easily from room to room as needed. And reviewers note it's much cheaper than running central air!
It comes with a window kit for easy installation, too!
Promising review: "Incredible portable AC unit. This unit is a hoss. It is the only one we have gotten that cools our bedroom in under 30 minutes. We have tried at least three other units that were too weak, too loud, or failed after a few weeks. Stop looking around and get this one." —Andrew
Promising review: "I love to sleep in a freezing cold room, but I hate the power bill that goes along with cooling an entire house. This unit was the best solution. It keeps the room frigid, and I sleep like a rock. It barely increases my bill and really improves my sleep." —Mat
Get it from Amazon for $439.99 (available in 8,000 and 10,000, and 14,000 BTU versions, plus a version that also functions as a heater).
23. The Owala Freesip, which might be coming out victorious in The Battle of the Best Insulated Bottle (looking at you, Stanley and Hydroflask!). Why, you ask? It has a built-in straw you can sip out of *and* a wide-mouth spout for tip-back drinking — all covered by an easy push-button lid to keep everything grime-free and leakproof.
And like all insulated bottles, it's designed to keep cold things COLD for 24 hours. Aaaand it has a carry loop for easy toting! I myself am partial to the exceptionally leakproof Brumate Era for my at-home hydration, but I am very tempted by this lid situation to stay hydrated at park and beach hangs this summer!
Promising review: "This is THE water bottle you need! Stop looking for another water bottle!! This is everything you need! I’ve owned Camelback, Contigo, off-brand Hydroflask...and this is the GOAT!" —Austin Martin
Promising review: "I will tell you that we own every brand of metal tumbler they make: Hydroflask, Stanley, Lululemon, Yeti and Owala. They all do their job and keep your drinks cold for the day. BUT I was shocked to see that my daughter's Owala that I filled on Friday was not only still cold but had ICE in it on Monday morning!! Owala for the win!!" —Loves to shop
Get the 32-ounce size from Amazon for $32.99 (also available in 16, 24, and 40-ounce sizes and 22 colors).
24. A pair of almost-too-pretty lace Bandelettes, aka spandex-nylon blend anti-chafing bands guaranteed to stay in place all day long and keep friction at bay so you can strut your stuff on those boiling sidewalks irritation-free.
They're also available in plain (non-lace) versions!
Promising review: "These changed my life. I am not plus sized but I do have some pretty ~thicc~ thighs. I used to come home from events/work/errands with red, bumpy, hot to the touch and very painful inner thighs. Sometimes they would BLEED. No creams or powders were working for me. I tried it all. I gave in and got these beauties and I could not BELIEVE the relief I felt. The first time I wore them was to an outdoor wedding in 90 degree, humid weather. These puppies did. not. budge. It was like magic. No friction at all. I wear them several times a week, hand wash them and air dry. They do make a quiet "swish swish" sound when you walk but I promise, nobody else can tell. Take the plunge, measure your thigh and get you some of these!" —Rebekah Lockwood
Get them from Amazon for $20.69 (available in six sizes and 18 colors and styles).
25. Or Gold Bond Friction Defense, an easy-to-apply stick (just like deodorant!) to reduce friction and moisturize skin wherever you deal with painful chafing when your skin rubs together, especially when the mercury rises. It's unscented and invisible too!
Heads up: they recently changed the packaging of this product, but it's still the same great formula!
Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping editor Ciera Velarde has to say about it: "I've used it for about 12 years now and it's the only thing that I can trust to prevent that dreaded chafing after a sweaty day of walking around. It glides on perfectly, it's unscented, and it doesn't melt away when you start to sweat. If it's a particularly hot day out, it can start to fade after a few hours, so just make sure to bring it with you to reapply. In addition to preventing chafing between my thighs, I've also applied it on my arms where my sports bra rubs against them when I run and it works like a charm!"
Promising review: "I just used it for five days in 90-degree-plus weather at Bonnaroo music festival in the middle of Tennessee on a farm in June with 100,000 people walking several miles, dancing, and sweating every day. I am happy to report that this product is a lifesaver. My thighs didn't chafe once, and I have big ones! I had to reapply once during the day. I strongly recommend buying this if you have large thighs and need relief from chafing. I couldn't wear dresses or skirts in the heat if I was walking anywhere, and now I live in them because of this stuff! Buy it! It works!" —Carwizzle
Get it from Amazon for $9.17.
26. Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, a cult-favorite body cream you're going to want to slather all over your body, thanks to the deep hydration (cupuaçu butter, coconut oil, and açai oil!) and temporary skin-tightening (caffeine!) it provides, plus a fragrance with notes of salted caramel and vanilla that reviewers L O V E.
Caffeine has a number of skincare benefits, including brightening and temporarily reducing the appearance of stretch marks and cellulite, if that's something you're looking to do! You can read more about the skincare benefits of caffeine at the Cleveland Clinic.
Promising review: "Where has this been all my life? I have been using this for maybe three days now, and putting it on in the morning and evening are the best parts of my day. The description of the scent as "pistachio, salted caramel, and vanilla" does not even begin to describe the incredibly decadent smell of this cream on my skin. My skin feels like velvet and I saw improvements in the texture after the first application. I will use it for the rest of my life. Do not ever discontinue this! I did not expect to be so amazed my this cream, but it is life-changing. Buy it! You won't regret it." —Michelle Brown
Get a 2.5-ounce jar from Amazon for $22 (also available in an 8-ounce size for $48).
And if (when) you do fall in love with the scent, they make tons of other products, including a fragrance!
27. A pair of insulating blackout curtains to keep annoying sunlight (and the heat it provides) OUT and your precious air conditioning IN — you might be surprised when you see how big of a difference this makes on the temperature during the hottest part of the afternoon!
Promising review: "I started off by buying the same style curtains for my sliding glass door, it's where the sun hits in the afternoon and without running the ac it creates a sauna in my living room. Well let me tell you, I bought these more for keeping it cooler in the house in the summer as running the ac costs a lot of $$$ where I'm at...where even setting thermostat to 72 we get a $700 electric bill. I ended buying these that are same style and color for my window in my living room. It keeps the room darker which is nice for movie watching and as of right now it's 90 degrees outside and I'm in the house in light sweatpants, it literally is keeping it that cool in here (along with opening windows early morning then closing before it warms up. I looked on my electric company website and my projected bill is only $217, which they show being $150 less from this time last year! Loved the price on these as well, much better than I expected!" —Karen
Get two panels from Amazon for $21.45+ (available in a variety of sizes and colors).
28. A pair of Cushionaire cork-bottom sandals (from the makers of the TikTok–famous cloud slides!) if you're looking for serious wear-all-day comfort without spending Birkenstock money. Reviewers say these are quite similar to Birks and indeed, extremely comfy!
Prime members: You can try before you buy!
Promising review: "I bought these sandals before a three-week trip in Europe; I didn't want to pay for Birks but did want something in similar style with good arch support. I was a little skeptical about the low price but gave them a shot...and they were the MOST comfortable sandals I've ever owned. I walked over 120 miles in them in three weeks on our trip and never once had foot pain. They broke in so quickly and were very supportive from the get-go — and still are! Highly recommend." —Han Lin
Get them from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in women's sizes 5–12, including wide sizes, and 21 styles).
29. A pack of reusable water balloons for a ~burst~ (pun intended) of refreshment *and* fun — just fill them up with delightfully cool water and head right to the backyard. Bonus: they're way easier to fill than old water balloons and endlessly reusable to save you not only time (carefully filling, tying knots in the stems...picking up those tiny balloon pieces all over your yard!) but also money (buying single-use balloons!) all summer long.
Just open them, dunk them in water and close them up (so easy to fill!) and just like regular water balloons, they will delightfully splash the target of your choosing!
Promising review: "It was a hundred degrees yesterday, so we got these out for the first time. They fill up with water in just a second, pop closed right away, and do not hurt when you get hit by them! Sometimes they don't open when they hit, but that just adds to the fun because it gets thrown back at you. These are a little pricey, in my opinion, but I will likely order another set because they work great and are a lot of fun." —TKO
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $15.99 (also available in multiple pack sizes).
30. A portable handheld fan to help keep things a bit cooler when you're on the go during the hottest days of summer — and especially for hot weather traveling. But that's! not! all! It also has a built-in flashlight *and* phone charger so you and your phone can stay refreshed when out and about all day.
I bought this fan (in the pink colorway here), and have even used it several times to quickly dry my setting spray! And it's a game-changer on hot subway platforms in summer waiting for the train to arrive. Check out a TikTok of the portable fan in action.
Promising review: "Swifties, you need this for the Eras tour. This fan has saved my sweaty butt a number of times now. I originally bought it for travel to the PNW — the room I was staying in had no air conditioning — but this baby lasted the whole night on my bedside table keeping me nice and cool. But really this fan proved itself during the Cincy Night 2 concert when it was 90 degrees and 80% humidity. This fan lasted the whole show at full blast as we passed it back and forth along our row to keep us all cool. It folds up small enough to fit on your clear bag & can charge your phone!! 1000000/10 stars." —Jessica Bunch
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in four colors, plus five more colorways here).
31. A pair of sockless shoe liners that are absorbent *and* washable so they can soak up all of that foot sweat so it doesn't soak into your favorite flats and turn them smelly. No need for socks (who wants to add an extra layer when it's that hot out anyway) or special shoe deodorizers!
The liners come with trimming guidelines so that you can cut the insert to your desired size.
Promising review: "I can't recommend these inserts enough! After a week of heavy use, they hardly smell. Pop them in the wash, and they are ready to go again! Super comfy and doesn't move around. So nice to have in shoes you don't feel like wearing socks with! Plus, so many fun patterns!" —Vicky L. Parr
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes [fits women's sizes 6–13] and four colors).
32. A roll-on sunscreen sponge to help you do what you need to do this summer: reapply your sunscreen every two hours. But with this handy lil guy, you can just sponge it right on, and it'll keep your hands mess-free! Idk about you, but I hate that greasy, sunscreen-y feeling on my hands when I'm at the beach.
Reviewers recommend using a thinner sunscreen; if your preferred sunscreen is quite thick, this may not work for you. And JSYK, the American Academy of Dermatology Association (AAD) says most adults need about an ounce (the size of a shot glass) of sunscreen to adequately cover their face and body — and that's exactly what this holds!
Promising review: "Not just for kids. I told all my friends it’s awesome. Pricey, but better than wasting expensive sunscreen in globs. This make the sun screening process much less messy and not as much a drudgery. They even have replacement pads available so the ergonomic container can be reused indefinitely. Consider one to keep at home and one packed to travel. MAKES A GREAT GIFT FOR KIDS. They can almost apply sunscreen on their own with little assistance." —Bette Henry
Get it from Amazon for $15.98 (available in six colors and in a two-pack).
33. And a set of sunscreen reminder stickers if you need an additional nudge to reapply. A good rule of thumb is to make sure to put sunscreen on every two hours, but these little guys can help too! Just apply your sunscreen on top of them, and as it wears off your skin, the sticker will turn from clear to purple, reminding you it's time for another layer.
Sooo...how does it work? It's simple: if the sticker is clear, you're in the clear (aka, your sunscreen is working). As soon as the sticker turns purple, it's time to reapply. Then after you do, it will turn back to clear.
Check out a TikTok of the sunscreen stickers in action.
Promising review: "After yet another bad sunburn even though I'm trying VERY HARD to keep sunscreen on, I bought these. First use was at Disneyland on a 90-degree zero clouds day. This helped so much! I kept an eye (as did my friends) on the dot, so we all knew when to reapply sunscreen and not one of us got burned. I also used these on a weeklong hiking adventure in Utah where it was also in the 90s with an extreme UV index. None of us got burned, so all in all this is one of the best inventions!" —Catherine Shock
Get a pack of 16 from Amazon for $15.99.
34. And if you don't get those, or reapply as often as they suggest, a Burt's Bees sunburn soother so you have it on hand before you get sunburned. Even when we do our best, sometimes it happens!
It's made with a blend of aloe and coconut oil for deeply moisturizing relief that *doesn't* feel greasy. These photos above are four days apart, btw!
Promising review: "Whenever someone I know has a sunburn, I become that super annoying product-pusher friend. I tell everyone about the sun soother! Really, Burt’s Bees should pay me. It rubs into skin like lotion so you don’t feel greasy and can immediately put on clothes after application. A little goes a long way! It smells good without being overpowering (and I’m picky about scents!). Most importantly, it works! I’ve had everything from slight burn to looks-like-a-lobster-feels-like-fire and this sun soother has eliminated the pain/itch and drastically reduced the eventual peel. Even if it does peel later on, it’s minimal compared to what it would be and look like if I had not used this sun soother." —jlgentr3
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
35. A bag of Miracle-Gro water-storing crystals that'll help your plants survive the hottest heatwaves July and August have up their sleeve — or your upcoming long vacation. These babies solve both over- *and* underwatering struggles so your plants thrive — even when your plants are particularly parched. Just mix in with your soil and the crystals absorb water now and slowly release over time. It works for both indoor and outdoor plants, too!
If you don't want to repot your existing plants, just poke holes in the soil and add!
Promising review: "If, like me, you live in a place where sun death rays can destroy a plant in record time... If, like me, you have to ignore 'classic' gardening standards that say that you don't have to water every day 'because it doesn't rain everyday'... If, like me, you literally laugh when advice from experts says to 'water once every couple of weeks once established' because that plant WILL be dead if you did that... If, like me, you live on the surface of the sun- buy these. I'm still confused by the directions and the amounts needed per plant, but I'm annoyed that I only now found this product! It has been consistently over 110 degrees for weeks, never below 95-100 even at night. These have saved many of my seedlings and small plants. For me, working these into the top layer of soil has created a barrier of sorts from the not only the sun but the intense wind storms." —Curious George
Promising review: "I was so worried about my three house plants and what was best to do for them for my three-week vacation, and these were fantastic. When I got home, I was able to take about half of the crystals off the top and put them in the soil of some new plants. I will be mixing these in all my indoor and outdoor potted plants' soil from now on. Great product for the price!!" —BBLuvsSB
Get it from Amazon for $12.23.
36. The Scumbug, an absorbent sponge that floats along the surface of your pool or hot tub and absorbs oil, slime, sunscreen residue, and any other buildup that's hanging out and leaving that weird greasy shine on your water surface. When you see the color change, just wring it out, rinse, and it's ready to use again!
Promising review: "Scummy water bugging you? I just got this gem of a product last night. Popped it into my hot tub and from the picture I attached, you can see that in just about 12 hours, this little Scumbug ate up all the oil and filth in the hot tub. The water not only looks better, but smells better too! Highly recommended!" —Mickey D.
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $14.99.
37. Seamless bra liners made of a cotton and bamboo blend to help wick away moisture and keep you feeling a bit more dry and comfortable when your body is doing it's sweat-producing job...maybe a little too well. It can also add a little extra cushion for underwires too!
And they're completely reusable — just toss 'em right in the washing machine!
Promising review: "Wish I had found these years ago! I liked everything about this item! I am a 36F and ordered a medium and it was perfect. I got black, tan and white and wore all of them while at Disney! I went in February and it hit 90 degrees several of the days we were there! These kept me from breaking out in a rash. I highly recommend!" —Tkb
Promising review: "I bought these for an upcoming trip with 100+ degree, 80% humidity weather. They saved me. Not only were they comfortable, but I was able to enjoy the trip without sweat stains on my shirt. I have washed and reworn them and they just got softer and more comfortable. Highly recommend." —H Smith
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in sizes M–XXL and in seven color combos).
38. A pair of seamless Nippies silicone pasties to solve any wardrobe dilemmas that can't be solved with any of your current bras — or those times you don't feel like wearing a bra at all but also want a little coverage. And fret not, they won't go sliding off even when you're dancing the night away at that outdoor summer wedding in triple-digit temps.
Promising review: "I'm part of the itty bitty titty committee and use these when I wear thin or white shirts. I bought another set (can't remember the brand, but from Amazon) that was still see-through and did NOT wick away sweat. These are AMAZING. I've washed them with gentle soap/water, air dry, and they've gone through at least 10-15 uses so far. I sweat A LOT. How much sweat? Marching band in peak summer type of sweat — it's ridiculous. These haven't come off of me any time I've worn them yet. I've worn it outside in 100+ degree weather in Texas (mild humidity) at outdoor events. What's REALLY impressive is that I wore them on a cruise in 90+ degree weather (Bahamas and Dominican Republic) with disrespectful humidity, and they stayed on! No awkward sweat rings through my shirt, just body sweat because of the heat. It does collect sweat underneath but the adhesive works well to keep it contained until you take it off. Experience might be different for others, but these have been the best covers so far!" —Cathy Do
Promising review: "The best for big boobs. I’m a DD and these have me going braless OFTEN! It’s seamless and I’ve worn them at least 20 times! Totally obsessed with these" —Jennifer
Get a set from Amazon for $26.50 (available in five shades and two sizes: one that fits cups A–C and one that fits cups D+).
They're also available in a version with a tab on top for added lift! Get them from Amazon for $33.
39. A 3-in-1 foldable magnetic wireless charging station perfect for minimizing your cords while traveling, so you can charge your iPhone, Apple watch, and AirPods all at once, without wasting space on bulky chargers. One reviewer compares this under-$40 wonder to the almost-$150(!) Mophie charger and say it's just as good *and* more attractive!
Promising review: "This is my new favorite travel gadget! Super compact and sleek, so far no issues with charging my iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods, and performance remains consistent. This charger has eliminated at least two additional cords and I deeply appreciate not having to shuffle chargers around when packing for travel. The charging light has an on/off feature by the watch pad, so I’m able to keep it on the bedside table at night without a bright green light shining in my face. It’s also hard to overlook when packing back up to leave a hotel, which might be the second most important feature! Overall a great value for the money and such a great tool for staying organized during travel." —Cassandra
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in five colors).
40. A racerback bodysuit in a second skin–like fabric (called Smoke Cloud) reviewers compare to Skims and love for being buttery soft and *not* see-through. And once you fall in love with this sleeveless style, don't worry; it comes in tons of sleeve lengths and necklines!
And btw, reviewers say the double lining in the torso is supportive, so they don't need to wear a bra.
Promising review: "SKIMS WHO?! I am truly amazed by the quality of this bodysuit. They are so good that have purchased them in multiple colors! I own many items from Skims, so I was able to compare. These bodysuits are exact [lookalikes] for the Fits Everybody bodysuits, for a fraction of the price!!!! They even use the same materials/percentage of the FEC bodysuits. Stop looking, and grab these! Customer service is A1 btw!" —Cat
Promising review: "I have purchased bodysuits before that claim to be like skims, but when I tried them the quality was really poor or cheap. I was really skeptical about trying these bodysuits, but it far exceeded my expectations. The quality is great; it's super stretchy and buttery soft. It definitely gives that Skims look for an affordable price." —Tiffany Johnson
Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in women's sizes XS–3X and 16 colors). It's also available in a long-sleeve style, and check out all the styles available in the Smoke Cloud fabric here.
41. A Trtl travel pillow, which is a must for your upcoming multi-hour flights this summer, so you're actually rested when you get to your destination. Why waste precious carry-on space with bulky neck pillows when reviewers like this better?! It folds up thin and compact, and when you're ready to use, just wrap it around your neck — underneath the soft fleece is an internal support structure designed to keep your head in a comfy position for sleeping upright.
Promising review: "I was never able to sleep well on airplanes because of the constant head bobbing. This thing was a game-changer, just like they said. It does look goofy, and the Velcro is pretty loud when I’m unwrapping it on the airplane, though. I never travel without it anymore! I’m so happy I get to sleep through long flights again." —Minz
Promising review: "I don’t normally like travel pillows because I feel suffocated, but I didn’t have this feeling at all. It was a little pricey, but I would highly recommend it. I got 6 hours of sleep on my flight from Miami to Paris and I can’t normally ever sleep on planes" —Bretton Baca
Get it from Amazon for $64.99 (available in five colors).
42. SweatBlock antiperspirant wipes, which are designed to reduce excess sweating for *up to seven days*(!!). Just swipe on before bed, and kiss those pit stains that ruin your favorite shirts goodbye. They're designed to be used for under the arms, but reviewers use them elsewhere too!
Each box lasts two months!
Promising review: "Excessive sweat? Stop looking now! I have only used one or two of these wipes the correct way, and the excessive sweating nearly stopped completely! I was super surprised to find out that after maybe a week or two, like I said, one to two uses, I don’t sweat nearly as bad as I used to!" —Rachel Simmons
Get a 10-count box from Amazon for $19.99+ (also available in packs of two or three boxes).
43. A set of breathable seamless thongs that over 10,000 5-star reviewers (including those who "never wear" thongs and "hate" thongs) swear by for looking seamless under clothes and staying actually comfy all day. And thong lovers say they are just as good or better than brands like Skims and Victoria's Secret.
Promising review: "Ok, I don’t write many reviews, but these are worth it. I read the other reviews before purchasing, and they’re all correct. I have ZERO underwear lines. It’s a good sized gusset (and made out of cotton), and doesn’t end up as uncomfortable floss. They stay in place and don’t move around. I have nothing bad to say about these. Stop looking and buy these." —Emma
Promising review: "Absolutely blown away! I use to be a Victoria Secret panty shopper, mainly due to their sales. The quality of VS underwear makes it so they never last past six months, if that. Not to mention the crotch section of all their underwear types are unrealistically narrow. I bought these as my everyday underwear and couldn’t be happier. They are so comfortable, I hardly can tell I’m wearing them. The crotch part is a suitable size and the back doesn’t ride up or suffocate my back side. They sit perfectly on my hip bone and don’t need adjusting throughout the day. The material is soft and the quality is fantastic. Don’t hesitate, buy these!" —Miranda
Get a set of six from Amazon for $24.98 (available in women's sizes XS–4X and 10 color packs).
44. Missha's Soft Finish Sun Milk, which works as a sunscreen and a primer at the same time. It has SPF50+, skin barrier–protecting ingredients, and a weightlessly smooth finish that sits beautifully under makeup, so you won't feel like you have a heavy, greasy layer on your face when you're already feeling sweaty.
In the progression photos above, you can see a reviewer before applying the sun milk, after applying the sun milk, and then the sun milk under makeup. It is a mineral sunscreen (and untinted), so when it comes to a white cast, YMMV — some reviewers noticed one, many didn't!
Promising review: "This sunscreen is a face saver. I live in Arizona where it is 100 degrees+ six months of the year. I wear sunscreen daily. I have finally found a matte finish that does not dry me out or leave me oily. I use this everyday under my makeup. A little goes a long way and if you allow a few minutes for it to absorb the white film disappears in to a milky finish. I've been out hiking and the sunscreen I put on my shoulders and chest still left me burnt while my face stood the test, amazing results. I wish they made this for the entire body but it is a bit pricey to go slathering it all over. If you are on the fence, try it. You won't be sorry." —Sunnyraes
Get it from Amazon for $17.48.
45. A pack of DressWeights, because it's flowy dress season (altho when isn't it tbh), and these babies will keep that hemline in place when you don't want a gust of wind to...surprise you — and everyone around you. No one wants to recreate the iconic scene from The Seven Year Itch when they don't *want to*.
The adhesive is strong but removable, so they can be used again and again!
Promising review: "These are, hands down, a complete lifesaver. I recently attended a multi-day conference event, where wardrobe malfunctions were a non-negotiable. Add in mid-Atlantic summer breezes and skirts and well, you have a potential disaster on your hands, right? NO. These babies will keep your hemlines down where they belong, and they work hard without being cumbersome — they're lightweight but dense, can easily be adjusted or moved without removing the backing, and they store in their own case — what more could a girl ask for?" —Etsy Customer
Get a set of four from Dress Strong on Etsy for $18.99 (also available in multipacks).
Dress Strong is a New York–based, woman-owned Etsy shop.
46. A TikTok-approved, compact Levoit air purifier with a true HEPA filter that's not only great for daily dust particles and pollen, but can really come in handy during wildfire season in the summertime too!
Promising review: "We retired to the Southwest US, which is just a huge dust bowl. I didn’t want to be breathing in the dust, and I absolutely hate to dust furniture. So I researched air purifiers and chose this model. In order to filter dust, it seems I needed a HEPA filter, which this purifier uses. While not washable, they are able to be vacuumed, which I do about once a week so they last longer. Overall, the price for the purifier and the filters was less for this model than others I researched. I bought the large model of this purifier for the main room of our 1200 sf Townhouse and it works really well. I only have to dust every 3-4 weeks, which suits me just fine. I think the purifier is about as loud as a white noise machine, so not very loud in my opinion. My husband, who wears hearing aids, finds it noisier than I do. I bought 2 of the smaller version of this same purifier for the 2 bedrooms. While they are just a smaller version of this machine they don’t work nearly as well. It gets dusty in those rooms within days. I wish I had purchased the larger version for those rooms too. I’ve had all 3 purifiers going 24/7 for 4 months now and the filters are nowhere near the point where they need changing, again noting that I vacuum them weekly. So all in all these purifiers have been very economical to use." —SuesZoo
Promising review: "Stop looking, buy this! I bought a higher-end unit for my office and this one for my home. Literally no difference! Buy the cheaper one!" —Keith
Get a purifier that can cover up to 1095 st. ft spaces from Amazon for $99.99 (available in black and white, plus a WiFi-enabled version). You can also get a mini size for up to 240 sq ft. for $49.99.
47. Double-wall insulated rocks glasses that'll, yes, will look amazing sitting out on the bar cart, but will also help keep your drink cooler longer, and NEVER SWEAT condensation onto your hands or furniture!
That's right, no annoying condensation. They're made of sturdy borosilicate glass, so you can use them for hot or cold drinks because any beverage deserves to look a little more beautiful. AND they're scratch-resistant and microwave- and dishwasher-safe.
Promising review: "These glasses keep my cocktail cold and prevent the ice from melting too fast and diluting my drink. I live in humid South Florida, so it is really nice that the insulation keeps the glass from sweating. It is the only glass I use for cocktails. Recommended" —Stephen C Marineau
Get a set of two from Amazon for $23.99.
48. A ~Fasta Pasta~ cooker to make perfectly al dente pasta right in the microwave ��� no turning on your stove and heating up your entire kitchen on days where every degree counts. Plus, no more waiting for the pot to boil either!
Bonus: the lid doubles as a strainer, so you really won't dirty any extra dishes!
Promising review: "I've had my Fasta Pasta cooker for about six months now and I wanted to tell everybody else who is considering buying one this: BUY IT!!! BUY IT NOW!!!! It does exactly what it says it does, better than I ever imagined. Everything about it is so simple, my helpless teenage son has started cooking his own pasta without making a mess or screwing it up!!! (You have NO IDEA how amazing that is.) We have never yet had a batch cook over in the microwave and none of it ever sticks in the cooker. You can practically wipe it clean when you're done. Pasta comes out perfect for us every time; never under cooked or over cooked. It's really great when I come in tired from work to be able to toss a couple of servings of pasta in the microwave to cook while I take a shower. No more endless waiting for giant pots of water to boil on the stove (It's ninety degrees outside. My air conditioner really doesn't need the extra work.), no more standing guard over said pots in case of nasty boil-overs. Save those gallons of water and all that electricity you're wasting. Quit spending your life hovering over that pot, go read a book, take a shower, talk to your family, watch TV or buy more crap on Amazon! I just can't wait to see the joy on my son's face when I give him one for graduation...The best thing I've purchased in years!" —K. Byrd
Get it from Amazon for $22.99.
49. A HyperChiller that'll cool hot drinks by up to 130° in 60 seconds with zero dilution. So you can brew hot coffee, and then sixty seconds later, have a perfect iced drink ready to go!
Promising review: “I am an avid (i.e. daily) iced coffee drinker, but I have been extremely hesitant to make my own iced coffee at home because I didn’t want the bitter flavor from two-day-old coffee or the watered down nature of just adding ice to coffee. Thanks to the HyperChiller, I have now found a solution!!! The HyperChilller worked like a CHARM today!!! I was able to create my own iced coffee directly from my coffee maker in the comfort of my own home. I guarantee this item will be used frequently!” —Chelsea
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in five colors).
50. Or a portable Chill-O-Matic instant beverage cooler perfect for anyone who simply cannot stand a lukewarm canned bevvie. Just pop in some ice and your 12-ounce can, and the cooler will spin the can, taking your seltzer, soda, or brewski to perfectly *crispy* in just! one! minute!
Check out a TikTok of the Chill-O-Matic in action.
Promising review: "I was so afraid of wasting money. But I didn’t. I love my sodas cold. But sometimes there’s not a cold one available, and waiting 30-40 min for one to get cold in the freezer is not always ideal. This will get your room temp can to fridge cold in 90 seconds. I let it run double that to get almost freezer cold. I wish it had a power cord. But I do appreciate the portability that the batteries provide. I can’t wait to try it out on vacationing, as access to cold sodas isn’t always available. All you need is a literally a little bit of ice." —G. Massey
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
Chill-O-Matic is a small business that specializes in beverage accessories.
51. Elizabeth Mott's cult favorite Thank Me Later eyeshadow primer to keep your favorite eye makeup look on lock all day AND all night even during your sweatiest summer BBQs, outdoor parties, those hot-hot-hot commutes, and more — *no* creasing, *no* budging. That's right, you will NOT have to reapply before your evening plans.
Promising review: "This stuff is MAGIC. During the summer months when it's 100 degrees, my eyeshadow & eyeliner would be melted into my eyelid creases halfway thru the day and I was having to constantly fix it. This primer will keep your makeup looking fresh for 24 hours. No eyelid creases ALL day and into the night. Even fell asleep with my makeup on and it was the same in the morning! This has become a permanent staple in my makeup bag." —Katie
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
52. A pair of gardening gloves with claws that'll make you feel a little like Wolverine while you *very effectively* tackle any project in your backyard or garden — from digging up weeds or create holes for planting, or even raking up leaves — without getting dirt under your fingernails.
Promising review: "I laughed when I first saw the picture of this item. I thought, well if they don’t work, I’ll use them for a costume. But they are amazing at pulling weeds. I use mine for those pesky weeds in the rocks. One pull and you get root and all." —cynthia Williams
Promising review: "This is the third pair I am buying. I bought the first pair for myself. The second and third pair I bought as gifts for friends because the gloves work so well! I can move rocks and dirt around, very effectively, so much more effectively than regular gloves! I highly recommend them." —Rina Woge
Get it from Amazon for $7.95+ (available in three colors and as a pack of two).