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Spring pollen is coming. Make sure your nose and eyes are ready.

As we get further into spring, we’ll start seeing more and more flowers, bees and yellow blankets of pollen to which my immune system never reacts well. Growing up in Georgia, I was always surrounded by pollen-filled pine trees, and even when I visit now I have to keep several items on hand to make sure I can survive (hello, lifetime supply of Claritin). Itchy eyes, a scratchy throat, stuffy nose and sneezing are a couple common symptoms of seasonal allergies, and more specifically, allergies caused by pollen. 

But even though these symptoms are often disruptive and annoying, I’m going to let you in on a couple of the products I use to make it through the spring and others that reviewers swear by, including nasal spray, a highly rated air purifier and face masks to cover your mouth and nose. If you’re bracing yourself for a rough spring, check them out below for a hopefully less intense allergy season.

This air purifier has over 2,400 5-star ratings on Amazon and can capture 99.97% of airborne pollutants like viruses, pollen, dust, pet dander and mold. It's also whisper-quiet so you can use it while you sleep, works with app or voice assistant control and can clean up to 3,048 square feet of air in just an hour.

Promising review: "We have major sinus/allergy issues in our family. I found out that I needed to have my 3rd sinus surgery in 29 years and knew that I needed better filtration than just the heavier HVAC one we were using. After much research, I chose the BLUEAIR 211i Max, cleaning 3049 sqft in one hour. I have been using it for 11 months, 10 after surgery and am well pleased. I have experimented with the positioning of the unit and am happiest where it sits in the photo, as it is closest to the return air duct in the ceiling. I even ordered one for our son's house, on a different Coast, as they suffer the allergy curse as well. It runs quietly and effectively in the auto position for both households, revving up when a smell from cooking or opening the outside door often, etc. We are both well satisfied with this quality product!!" —Donna

Congestion ruining your sleep? Try out these nasal strips that have been selling like hotcakes among readers, which can open your nasal passages for easier breathing. You can choose between an unscented version, eucalyptus or lavender, and one package includes 45 sensitive skin-friendly strips. Using them could not only help you relieve congestion, but can also encourage nose breathing over mouth breathing for better airflow.

These pillow protectors are made with tightly woven yet breathable fabric to prevent particles (ahem, pollen) from collecting in your pillows. And if you're a hot sleeper, fear not: They don't retain heat, so you don't have to worry about sweating.

Promising review: "This is my third purchase from this brand and their products are great. I have the mattress cover as well as pillowcase covers, they all are made out of a soft fabric that is pleasant to sleep on. I am the type of person that is easily irritated by the fabric on my pillow,( FYI, it's called princess and the pea syndrome) but I have had no problems adjusting to this pillowcase cover. Highly recommend if you are dealing with environmental allergies." —Curry Woo

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in two sizes).

If your allergy symptoms are exacerbated by the dry air in your office or home, a desktop humidifier can help to keep your sinuses happy. Designed for small spaces up to 200 square feet, this MistAire humidifier can run for up to 12 continuous hours. It has two mist settings, an auto-shutoff feature for safety and a capacity of 0.7 liters, great for people who don't want a big, bulky humidifier taking up desk space. Many reviewers report only needing to refill it about once a day, making maintenance as easy as watering a plant.

Promising review: "This is my second Pure humidifier and I LOVE IT! I keep this one at my desk, turns out I don’t really blink while looking at the computer all day and this makes a huge difference! Winters in Colorado are so dry! It’s quite and pumps out a good amount of mist during an 8 hour work day. I could see using this on my bed stand also. This is great for the office or if it sitting close by you. I usually only have to fill it once a work day." —Spring25

Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in two sizes).

When I visit my grandmother back home, I have to wear a face mask to cover my nose and mouth, or else pollen from the multitude of pine trees in her yard will eat me alive. The pandemic has made it less odd to wear one, of course, and with more contagious variants circulating, it's basically second nature. This N95 mask is NIOSH-approved and comes in white and black. 

Get a 10-pack at WellBefore for $19.99 (also available in a 20-pack).

When you open your front door or crack open a window, gusts of air are likely letting in particles that could trigger allergies. Easily clean them up with this Shark vacuum that has a HEPA filter to trap dust and allergens. The vacuum has a lift-away functionality that includes a detachable pod for getting under furniture. It also has a dusting brush and LED headlights to shine on spots you may have missed.

The vacuum is absurdly well-reviewed, with over 32,000 5-star ratings. It's particularly beloved by users with allergies. As one reviewer put it, "Hands down the number one reason I love this vacuum: it cleans so well that it will help with your allergies! This thing sucks up so much dust, allergens, pollen, lint, and everything else in the air and floor. My girlfriend suffers with chronic allergies. After using this vacuum in her bedroom a few times, her allergies began to improve!"

In a previous story about cold and flu season essentials, contributor Marissa Miller said, "My friend put me on to this doctor-created saline nasal rinse, and I haven’t gone back," adding, "It feels odd at first, and then weirdly satisfying." She noted its usefulness for seasonal allergies as well, making it a smart item to have in your medicine cabinet year-round. 

The kit comes with 50 saline packets, which you can mix with warm water in the included bottle to then squeeze into your nasal passage. Easy-peasy.

This Flonase allergy relief spray provides 24 hours of non-drowsy relief of runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose and watery, itchy eyes.

One of my springtime essentials are these non-drowsy Claritin antihistamine tablets that provide 24 hours of relief for over 200 indoor and outdoor allergies and alleviate symptoms like sneezing, itchy eyes and itchy throat. They're also FSA and HSA eligible.

Reviews for this post have been edited for length and/or clarity.