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I am a contributing writer and former BuzzFeed Shopping fellow and I love writing about the latest fashion trends, the cutest home decor, and what beauty products are actually worth adding to your makeup bag.

Stick it in the freezer, apply your favorite moisturizer on your face, and then sweep the roller all over. 

Promising review: "I was skeptical about this product. I wasn't sure how it was much different than rolling any other frozen thing on your body. I'm beyond pleasantly surprised. I've used it for sinus pain, migraines, swollen neck glands, under-eye circles/bags, inflamed acne, TMJ pain, etc. Not to mention, when I used it on my face, it leaves my skin feeling tight and wakes me up in the mornings. It also stays cold forever but never sweats or leaves water behind. It's like magic. I also bought one for my mom, who suffers from nerve damage in her arms and legs. I think it'll really help when she has bad pain days." —Jessica McRee

Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in eight colors and bundles). 

Promising review: "It's great for calming sensitive skin, sunburn, any type of skin irritation, cooling down from being overheated (put it in the fridge for a while, and it feels AMAZING) or even just setting your makeup if it's looking too matte. If you have rosacea, then it's a miracle product, and you should buy this immediately. Recommended it to my mother, who was experiencing hot flashes due to menopause, and she loves it too. You won't regret it." —SP077

Get it from Amazon for $11+ (available in three sizes and a pack of two).

Other ~cool~ features? It has a remote control, covers up to 90 degrees of space at once, and has a sleep mode that turns off all its fancy LED lights (even while it's still running) so they don't keep you up. 

Promising review: "Cools like magic. Great fan. It’s super hot this summer, and I would not survive without it. Several speeds and functions. Quiet. Durable thus far, and it has run 18 hours a day every day since May. I didn’t think the remote was a big deal, but now I wouldn’t want to be without it. Would recommend and buy again." —Javygirl

Get it from Amazon for $89.98+ (available in three colors and two styles).

If you don't want to drill into the wall to install curtains, we recommend using a tension rod, Command hooks, or brackets that attach to existing blinds. In the winter, these'll also help keep your room warmer!

Promising review: "I bought these 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 the thermostat to 72 we get a $700 electric bill. You can literally walk up to being within a foot of them, and you can feel the heat because it's retaining it, and you can't feel it if you get more than a foot away. I ended up buying these that are the 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 checked my electric company's website, and my projected bill is only $217, which they show is $150 less than this time last year! Loved the price on these as well, much better than I expected!" —Karen

Get them in black from Amazon for $17.46+ (available in many sizes and colors).

It features a programmable LCD controller with a heating and cooling thermostat and automated fan speeds. 

Promising review: "My home was generally too hot in the summer and a bit cooler than I liked in the winter. Now, with this product, the entire house is much more balanced — upstairs and downstairs. In the winter, after my HVAC system shuts off, the unit continues to run as long as the duct continues to put out heat. In the summer, the unit blows cold air upstairs even when the HVAC system is off, making the upstairs bedrooms very, very comfortable for an afternoon nap. Setup is not difficult. Best of all, my energy bill went down. I was concerned that it would go up since these units are plugged into a receptacle, but they appear to be 12- or 24-volt (low amperage). Bottom line, an outstanding product that I feel is well worth the money I spent." —Sharon

Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "Finally got around to putting this in. New neighbors have obnoxious kids, and this helps block out their foul-mouthed yelling and other annoying sounds outside. It is two strips per roll, which is actually the width needed for my windows, door, and sliding glass door. I used a chopstick to push it into place since the spaces in my windows were exactly the width of each strip. I was amazed at how much sound this managed to block out, and it will likely do wonders for letting air escape during the hot summers here as well. I wish I’d put it in sooner, and I will be ordering more to finish sealing my sliding glass door." —Tabitha

Get it from Amazon for $7.97+ (available in four colors and two lengths).

Promising review: "I’m renting an apartment, and my front door doesn’t brush up against the floor. There was about an inch gap, which was annoying because it meant light, noise, and bugs could get in. Ever since I’ve installed this, I’ve had almost no bugs, no light, and so much less sound! It’s great. The soundproofing is especially amazing because my bedroom is near the front door, and I hated hearing my neighbors' conversations so clearly in the stairwell. It’s not totally noise canceling, but it’s so much better." —airazedy

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in four colors).

Promising review: "I'm a chronic night sweater living in a really hot New York City apartment — I'm so glad I invested in these. They are really soft, and while I still have to kick off the sheets a few times throughout the night (as usual), I feel much cooler than normal, and I stayed dry! I really am able to sleep much better." —Vanessa

Get them from Amazon for $25.83+ (available in women's sizes S–4XL and 20 colors).

Promising reviews: "I’m very satisfied with this soft hair clip.  I use it everywhere, from traveling to my hot yoga class. Good grip and doesn’t hurt my head when I’m lying down. Highly recommended." —Amel G.

"I love these Mello hair claws! I fell asleep with them on my hair a few times, and it didn’t injure my scalp or hurt my head. It actually kept my hair intact. I’ve got the original mixed combo of Mello hair claws, the ones that are 4 inches and 3 inches. I might get more of these as presents for friends and family. Also, those spring colors for myself!!" —Connie L. 

Get it from Mello for $25+ (available in three sizes, 12 colors, and in multipacks). 

Promising review: "Quite simply the best pillows I have ever owned. I have gone through pillow after pillow for YEARS, and nothing has been comfortable. These pillows provide loft and don't flatten out. They work for back sleepers and side sleepers. They stay cool and look great as well. Highly recommended." —John C. McDonnell

Get a set of two from Amazon for $61.37+ (available in queen and king sizes).

Promising review: "My mattress topper was just one of those typical memory foam ones, and those things love to retain heat, so despite the other things I had, I kept waking up sweaty and nasty anytime it was over 70 degrees in my apartment. My sister grabbed one of these and said it was a night and day experience, so I gave it a shot last summer and HOLY. SHET. This thing works. Not only is it soft and well-made, but it's breathable and keeps me nice and perfectly cool all night, year-round. It's not cold in the winter, and it's not hot in the summer, and I have had very few sweaty nights over the last 365 days thanks to this thing. This thing is a cooling godsend." —The Overlord

Get it from Amazon for $28.82+ (available in sizes from twin to California king and in three styles). 

Promising review: "I am a very hot sleeper; therefore, I am very picky about my sheets. These sheets are very comfortable and do not make me hot. They are soft and very comfortable. Also, the company is great to work with! Excellent customer service! When my sheets arrived, there was a small problem with the fitted sheet, so I emailed them (the sheets came with a flier with their contact info) and they sent me another fitted sheet right away. They said they are a family-owned business and really want the customer to have a great experience. I was impressed with that level of service, especially in this day and age! Bottom line: great sheets, excellent customer service, and great price! Do not hesitate to buy!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in twin–split king sizes and 45 colors).

Heads up, friends: The brand and reviewers strongly urge you to measure your door first. I know you think you have a standard door size, but what if it's...not? Double-check.

Promising review: "I initially bought one for my back patio and loved it. It was great for allowing air to circulate and for keeping flies out during the summer. So I ended up buying another for the front door. It's great for pets, too, to act like a doggy door. The product really works and does exactly what it states. I highly recommend this product!" —Frank Zapata

Get it from Amazon for $14.95+ (available in two styles; comes with the screen door, nine hook and loop strips, and a 20-pack of push pins).

It works with the iPad Air Mini, Galaxy Tab, Kindle Fire, Nintendo Switch, and other 4.7-10.5-inch devices.

Promising review: "It is a very cool device, and I love using it with my Kindle and Kindle page turner for hands-free reading!!! It is very secure and doesn’t move once attached properly. It is tough to adjust if it’s not attached, and I like that. Highly recommend!" —Dottie

Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in two colors).

Cup Cozy Pillow is a family-run small business that created this product after wanting a way to keep a drink close by while working on a laptop on the couch.

Promising review: "I’m very impressed and love these. I got tired of having guests over and having nowhere to put drinks, so I bought two and have no regrets. The center slot holds a coffee/tea mug, my water bottle comfortably fits in another, and they are so sturdy that when the dogs get up nearby, I’m not stressed about them getting knocked over." —RW

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in nine colors/designs).

Promising review: "I bought these to wear under dresses for a trip to Europe because it was supposed to be really hot, and they worked great. They were light and stretchy, with no chafing. Maybe not the most moisture-wicking, but they were very comfortable, and I wore them several times." —Meghan O'Leary

Get it from Thigh Society for $39+ (available in women's sizes XS–6XL, six lengths, and 11 colors). 

Psst — you should definitely "patch test" this on a small area of skin before applying it to ensure you don't have a reaction! 

Promising review: "I saw this product on TikTok, and I decided to give it a shot since it was only like $20 for 10 wipes (that's 10 weeks, 2.5 months) of no underarm sweat. It worked! I was so happy to finally be able to wear all the shirts I own that are not black!" —Nes172011

Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $19.99 (each box lasts two months).

Promising review: "I love these. I have a few cute summer dresses with sleeves — eeek! The first time I tried the shields, it was 104 degrees at an outdoor event, and I was sweating bullets! The shields worked BEAUTIFULLY. Not a sweat stain in sight." —Cosmic Girl

Get a pack of 24 from Amazon for $14.99.

Promising review: "Quality is great, these are a lifesaver working in the summer with a bunch of gear on, and they keep you cool for a while. All you do is add water, wring it out, and you’re good to go. Comfortable to drape over your neck or head while working outdoors or exercising. The amount of towels you get for your money is great. The size of them is good." —Alexis Gonzalez

Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in nine color sets). 

After 15–20 minutes of inactivity, the pad will "recharge," and your pet can resume enjoying its cooling effect. 

Promising review: "This Cool Pet Pad by The Green Pet Shop has been a fantastic addition for my golden retriever. She’s the type of dog who easily gets warm, especially in the summer, and this mat has become her favorite spot to relax. No setup required — it’s ready to go straight out of the box, with no water, refrigeration, or electricity needed. Just place it down, and it activates when your pet’s weight is applied. Super convenient! She loves to nap on it, stretch out, and even chew her bones while lying on it. I’ve definitely noticed she seems more comfortable and content, especially on hot days. The cooling effect is gentle but effective, and the gel is non-toxic, which gives me peace of mind. If your dog tends to overheat or needs a comfy cool-down spot, this is a great investment. We’re both very happy with it!" —Christina Wilkinson

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in five sizes and colors). 

Promising review: "This ice pop maker cleans up easily and fits in a compact space in the freezer. I like being able to make custom ice pops with fruit purée and yogurt. The designs are whimsical, and the pops are small enough that you aren’t going overboard on sweets — even if you use a more sugary base. The ice pops release easily, and it is so easy to use. A great addition to the summer treat tool set!" —Jes

Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in four colors and with regular or animal shapes). 

Promising review: "I absolutely love this fan. I think the color is so cute, and it's small enough that it looks great just sitting on the end of my dresser or desk. You can swivel the fan up and down, and it makes noise, but it's not loud. It's the perfect level of noise if you like a little white noise before bed. Nothing like my roommate, where I can hear his eight fans blowing all the way from his room across the hall, with both of our doors closed...In addition to all that other stuff, it actually does its job. My room gets unbearably hot, and I'm not one to usually say anything is too hot. And this fan cools my room right down. Lately, I've even sat about 4 or 5 feet away from it to help my hair dry faster while I watch TV before bed. It's honestly my favorite thing that I own outside of my game systems and my TV." —Ariel Thompson

Get it from Amazon for $18.86+ (available in two sizes). 

Windmill is an independent AC brand that aims to combine three generations of family knowledge in the air-conditioning business with an updated design suited to modern living. 

Promising review: "Not only is this unit sleek and discrete looking, but it is also so quiet and works so well! It keeps our room so cool. So happy we got this. Such a huge plus that you can control it from your phone as well as the remote!" —Chelsea G.

For more details, check out our full Windmill AC review (Spoiler: It's a hit!). 

Get it from Amazon or Windmill for 279+ (available in four BTU levels). 

Just add coarse-ground coffee into the mesh filter, pour water into the pitcher, screw the lid on (with the filter attached and submerged in the water), let it brew for 12–24 hours, and serve. You can pour it straight over ice cubes or cut it with water or milk. Read our Tayeka cold brew maker review!

Promising review: "I LOVE this product so much! I drink iced coffee daily, but the system I had just wasn't cutting it for me. I found out about this product through TikTok, and it is a GAME CHANGER. All you have to do is put coffee grounds in the filter, fill up the main compartment 3/4 full with water (I use water from my fridge), screw the filter into the lid, and screw the lid shut, shake it a little to put the coffee grounds to work, and let it do its magic for 12–24 hours! This is probably the best investment I've ever made. You need this!!" —Carmen E

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in two sizes and three colors).

I have two sets of these at home, and boy oh boy do they come in handy on hot days. You just keep the necklace in the freezer and throw it on whenever you need to cool down — it's that simple. The magnetic clasp makes it so easy to put on, which is a huge plus when you're already hot and annoyed and have zero patience for fiddling with jewelry. The pearls run a little larger, but with so many styles to choose from, you can find one that works for you — and honestly, they're a lot cuter than pressing an ice pack to your chest. This is such a smart idea that I'm genuinely annoyed I didn't think of it first.

Get it from Hot Girl Pearls for $100 (also available in many other colors and styles). 

Promising review: "Very solid construction and good design. The cover (I think it's silicone) works great at keeping freezer smells off the ice. The cover is also used to drain excess water after filling the tray; just hold down the cover, and the water channels will drain it before you put it in the freezer. Removing the ice is easy. The shape of the ice easily fits in any water bottle I've used." —D. Harlan

Promising review: "This ice tray set is a GAME CHANGER. Worth every penny. I hit a wall with my ice trays, always breaking, being hard to get ice out of, and emptying too quickly. I splurged on this set and am really impressed. I already have a bin (which comes with it) full of ice and two backups freezing. And the little scoop is fun as heck. Highly recommend if you don't have an ice maker!" —Kascidy Badon

Get it from Amazon for $14.44+ (available in four colors and in multipacks).

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 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

Promising review: "Probably my FAVORITE Amazon purchase EVER! I'm super hot all. the. time. I was tired of always having to move my portable fan and charger pack wherever I went. I use this all. the. time! I usually use the lowest setting, and it lasts all day. I'm super grumpy when I'm hot, so this fan probably saved our marriage. Bonus! When it's running I can't hear my son talk about Roblox or Minecraft. He thinks I'm listening, but I can't hear him. 🤷‍♀️"—Randall McCormick

Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in eight colors).

And they're completely reusable — just toss 'em right in the washing machine!

Promising reviews: "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

"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 $15.99+ (available in sizes M–XXL and five color combos). 

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