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You might as well just keep all of these items within easy reach all season long.

I'm a staff writer on the BuzzFeed Shopping team who covers a variety of topics from beauty to home to travel, while having a special enthusiasm for K-beauty, quirky (but useful!) trinkets, and all things luxe and aesthetic.

The rechargeable fan lasts for up to 16 hours, and it has six different speed settings. Reviewers say it's especially great for people who work outside all day and still need their hands free to do tasks.

Promising review: "This fan works so well! I was worried about how hot it is in the South that it wouldn't keep me cool when I go on walks in 90+ degree temps, but on the strongest wind setting, it produces a nice blast of air! I love it! It does make it hard to hear, but it's worth it to keep me cool. Would recommend." —Aaron Johnson

Get it from Amazon for $23.99 (available in three colors).

Promising review: "I've been using these pillowcases for about a week now, and I have to say that they have really seemed to help my hair not be so frizzy when I wake up! I live in a hot and humid climate, and my hair normally just makes my life awful this time of year (summer). I have been trying a couple of new things to help my hair, like using Moroccanoil on the ends and these pillowcases, and it's really a lot better. I also feel better about sleeping on my side now and don't worry so much that I'm creating wrinkles. I would definitely buy these again and recommend them!" —R. Spann

Get a set of two from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 39 colors and four sizes).

Promising reviews: "This was a splurge for me, but worth it. Love the way this feels on my skin. Smooth application." —Caj9410

"I absolutely love this sunscreen. I’m always wary of “for everyone” tinted products because they aren’t usually made with us in mind. But this one hits the mark. It looks amazing on my brown skin. Non-streaky, no white cast. It gives my skin a subtle shimmer. For reference, I have combination, 30-something-year-old skin. Glowscreen is officially in my skincare rotation." —Lovely91

Get it from Amazon for $19+ (available in three sizes and four shades).

Promising review: "This is probably the best sunscreen I’ve ever used. It doesn’t leave a white cast on me and makes my skin look dewy and hydrated and not oily at all. Every time I use sunscreen on my face, I apply it around my eyelids to prevent wrinkles and prevent darker eye bags. With other sunscreens, this’ll eventually make my eyes cry and ruins my makeup I applied underneath. This one doesn’t give me that problem, it literally feels like I just put moisturizer on. I don’t think I’ll ever buy another facial sunscreen — this is seriously a 10/10." —Brenda

Get it from Amazon for $18 (available in two sizes and a set).

These come with a wireless charging case that provides up to 45 hours of playtime when you're on the go. The case itself can be fully charged in under two hours!

Promising review: "I can sit here and bore you with a bunch of verbiage, but I won't. Let me be clear: These earbuds are AMAZING. Seriously. They do EVERYTHING very well, and they are just as described! High quality stuff! I wear them while cycling in (right now) 100+ degree humid heat in South Carolina, and not only do they stay in place, but they are unaffected by sweat, etc. Amazing sound, amazing clarity. These things should easily cost $200." —Gene Reyna

Get it from Amazon for $18.95+ (available in six colors).

Promising review: "I will never buy another pair of warm weather PJs again other than these. I am a thirtysomething post-baby lady, and with my hormones paired with living in Arizona, I needed PJs that were cool and comfortable. But I often found that the fabric of other PJs would rapidly get worn, pilled, and rough. These silky soft PJs have been going strong for months now through countless hot flashes and heat waves when it would get into the 80s in our bedroom. If you are a hot-blooded person and need to cool down, I can't recommend these PJs enough. I literally never leave reviews but felt compelled to preach to others the good word of Latuza's PJs." —Margery

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in women's sizes S–4XL and 20 colors).

Elizabeth Mott is a Korean American, woman-owned biz!

Promising review: "Just received this last night. It arrived quick. I used the primer this morning and was very happy with how my makeup stayed on after eight hours — when I come home from work I usually see blotches and my broken capillaries but not today. It went on smooth and has a slight tint to it which provided some coverage before makeup (which will be good in the summer when I won’t wear makeup but need SPF protection from sun)." —Linda B

Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in seven formulas and in bundles). 

This pitcher is BPA-free and dishwasher safe. It also locks in fresh coffee flavors for up to two weeks in the fridge. Just add ground coffee, cold water, refrigerate, and voila! My caffeine obsession will definitely be getting much worse now.

Promising review: "I LOVE this product so much! I drink iced coffee on the daily, but the system I had just wasn't cutting it for me. I didn't know how to brew cold coffee at home (all we have is a Keurig, and there's no cold brew option), so I would go buy iced coffee from Dunkin' every morning. Now don't get me wrong, I love my Dunkin', but I wanted to find a way to be able to make that same iced coffee at HOME, and I think my wallet and gas tank wanted me to figure that out too. 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 three-quarters 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 $22.39+ (available in two sizes and three colors). 

Promising review: "For those not fully familiar with how it works, what it's accomplishing is trying to surround your liquid with as much ice-behind-metal as possible. So, it has a center chamber of ice behind the metal, then an outer chamber of ice. The inner chamber fits inside the outer with about a cup's worth of space between the inner and outer chambers. This exposes your liquid to the greatest surface area of super-cold metal that they can, and since your liquid is only touching metal, and not the ice itself, it doesn't matter the temperature of the liquid poured in. You can pour in boiling water, and while it may end up melting a bunch of the ice behind the metal, none of that water will mix with your drink. So, whether you're chilling a wine, dropping hot coffee to cool it off, or just wanting to rapidly drop the temp of that fresh lemonade you made without making it watery, this will get that done." —P. E.

Get it from Amazon for $18.53 (available in five colors).

This product is formulated without parabens, phthalates, petrolatum, or SLS.

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 the skin like lotion, so you don’t feel greasy, and you 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. I don’t burn easily and love this product; my husband is as fair as they come, and it’s his favorite sunburn solution as well. Highly recommend!" —Jessie Patterson

Get it from Amazon for $8.93 (available in two sizes).

Check out the Owala FreeSip water bottle on TikTok!

For years, I've been a running, cycling, and Pilates enthusiast, sooo my water bottle is basically attached to me at the hip all day long. And through sweat-filled workouts that leave me lookin' like a ripe tomato, this means I need a bottle that *actually* keeps my H2O cold and keeps it from leaking out as I'm on the go. After going through a lot of trial and error with all the most popular brands as well as some more niche ones, I've finally found the one! Seriously, I wake up at 6 a.m., fill my bottle with ice and water, and I can still hear ice clinking around in there by sunset. And the double-spout built-in straw is so comfortable and effortless to drink from — def a feature I never knew I needed in a water bottle. Keeping it forever, love love love it!

Promising review: "This is the second one I have purchased. I love this water bottle for the ease of drinking. The built-in sipping feature is a game changer, and I appreciate being able to close the top and keep the mouthpiece clean, unlike bottles with exposed straws. Don't ever change the design!" —Jill

Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in 21 colors and four sizes).

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 puts out cold air upstairs even though the HVAC system is off — making 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 the units appear to be 12- or 24-volt units (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 and two colors). 

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: "If I could rename this machine, I’d call it 'The Glacier.' Not only was it easy to put together-just attach the base. But the remote control comes with a battery and is ready to go when you plug it in. The fan is basically silent and keeps my room cool for those much-needed REM cycles. I wish I had known about this fan a long time ago. I’ve wasted so much money on loud box fans that just move heat around. Toss out your air conditioners and old fans. Best purchase ever!" —Elle

Get it from Amazon for $89.94+ (available in two colors and styles).

Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping writer Amber Usher says about it: "Naturium is a staple in my body care regimen, so when I found out about this version, I knew I needed it immediately. I live in Georgia, and ever since I started using this body wash, I've noticed a significant reduction in body odor throughout the day, whether I'm outdoors gardening or doing my daily Hot Girl Walk. The scent is so light and fresh, and the cooling sensation is especially appreciated."

Promising review: "When I say this works for BO, it’s magic. For someone living in a hot state, working in a hot job, always working out and sweating, this product keeps you in check ALL DAY! No skin irritants, no dryness, and I feel clean. The mint isn’t strong, so you can feel the tingle, but not for long. I let it sit on my skin for at least three minutes before rinsing off. Best soap ever! I will continue to use this. Forget Dove antibacterial, forget Dial, BUY THIS!" —Shelby

Get it from Amazon for $16.88 (also available in 10 other formulas).

Check out how all the colors look when applied in this TikTok!

Promising review: "Yes, it's a pricy lip gloss. I splurged on one of these and a lip mask, just to see what all the hype is about, and...it's valid. Very valid. Ridiculously valid. This lip gloss goes on thick like a luxe gloss, but smooth like an oil. Lots of slip on the lip and absolutely zero stickiness. It also lasts for hours, whereas most lip gloss is gone with one sip of water. It is, seriously, the best lip gloss that I've ever used." —DarlingBlueEyes

Get it from Amazon for $13.30+ (available in 11 scents).

Promising review: "We've been using Brita water filter pitchers for many years, and they've all been great! The reason why I've purchased this unit is only to replace our old pitcher for a fresh look and larger capacity. The difference between drinking tap water and filtered water is immediately noticeable, so based on years of experience, I can highly recommend THIS brand to everyone!" —MR. G.

Get it from Amazon for $28.49 (available in four colors).

It's also reusable and has no chemical insecticides, making it safe for children and pets.

Promising review: "I won't post any pictures because it is so gross how many flies this thing has captured. I was very skeptical that this would do anything at all, but with the Texas spring/summer flies making a nasty appearance in my house, I figured it wasn't too expensive to at least try it. My goodness, after just one day, I noticed a significant decrease in the number of fruit flies, and it managed to snag a few regular flies too! I move it occasionally to where I see them most, but not even sure if it's necessary. Just bought some sticky pad replacements. Definitely worth the purchase and a lot more discreet than other fly traps I've seen." —Lily

Get a trap and two glue cards from Amazon for $10.59 (available in six sizes).

Promising review: "This swimsuit was a shot in the dark for something fun and vibrant. It is very pretty, covers the butt well, has removable cups, and is very comfortable. The adjustable straps allow for various torso lengths. My sister and I both bought them for our surfing trip and family vacation." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in women's sizes S–3XL and 20 colors).

Promising review: "One of my absolute favorite bathing suit styles! This black bikini hugs you in all the right places and looks incredibly nice on the body. I love it so much that I actually own it in three other colors! The top has padded support and such a beautiful cut — it accentuates your chest without being too revealing, and it gives that perfect, confident look. The bottoms have just the right balance of coverage and cheekiness, sitting perfectly on the waist to highlight your curves. The material feels thick and high-quality, not flimsy like some other suits I’ve tried. This bikini is a must-have — it’s timeless, pretty, and makes you feel amazing every time you wear it!" —Ariel

Get it from Amazon for $30.99 (available in women's sizes XS–XXL and 42 colors and patterns).

This Italian skincare brand is based in the Piedmont region of Alba and is centered around their most prized ingredient, white truffle (also known as the "underground diamond").

Promising review: "Love this spray! I use it after a shower when I’m tired and don’t want to take time to put lotion on my face, so I just spray this on, and my face is soft, and I’m ready for bed!!" —Pj Wade

Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (also available in three other formulas).

Promising review: "I really enjoyed using the Thermacell insect repeller in my yard this spring. I find the device to be very effective, and each pad usually lasts long enough for most evenings we spend outside. I also like that it has minimal smell and doesn't require spraying anything or having more heat. It's still pretty cost-effective and worth the price. Overall, I would highly recommend this for insect control." —Krash

Get it from Amazon for $18 (available in five colors and in a two-pack).

Note: The CDC recommends only formulas with DEET, picaridin, IR3535, oil of lemon eucalyptus, PMD, and 2-undecanone to prevent mosquito bites, so YMMV with these bands. For best results, replace every four hours.

Check out a TikTok of the mosquito-repelling bracelets in action. 

Promising review: "I moved last year from Southern California to North Carolina. Bugs of all types have always been attracted to me, but the number of bites I got last summer was WILD. Someone gave me one of these types of bracelets to use one day, and it seemed to work SOOOOOO I decided to buy myself an arsenal to prepare for this summer. I read the reviews, and about 99% of them had great results. I've only used this bracelet twice, but both times I was outside and untouched. Delivery was very quick, so that was a plus. I'm not fond of the smell, I'm hyper sensitive to smells, but I'd rather have the odor than being chewed alive." —Tracey Agopian

Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $9.99 (available in two styles and four pack sizes). 

Promising reviews: "This is a summer staple here in Florida! Or anywhere that has mosquitoes. I will not leave my house without these awesome designs, kids love to put them on. They’re all natural, and they last up to eight hours! I even use them too. Sure, that must be kept sealed to keep its potency." —Jaime

"These things have changed the way I view the outdoors this summer. My dogs are so happy cause we are back to evening walks, and I am able to play in the yard with them without a single bite. I am usually a mosquito buffet, I am not joking, I go on the patio for two minutes with any skin exposed, and they find me. NOT 👏 ANY 👏 MORE! 👏 I use two personally, but one seemed to work fine as well for an afternoon walk. Stuck them to my clothes cause I am sweaty, and they DID NOT BUDGE. I even fell asleep with them on my sweats one night, and they stayed on through breakfast until I noticed. Please, please get these. They worked incredibly for me, I'm never turning back." —Courtney

Get a pack of 48 from Amazon for $14.90 (also available in larger packs).

Promising review: "I am a candle snob, and I can say without a second thought that Volcano is my favorite candle of all time. I have one in the living room, bedroom, and bathroom. I gift them often for housewarming (pun intended) gifts or just because. They're the perfect addition to a home, and they SMELL SO GOOD, Y'ALL. Absolutely recommend these candles to everyone." —Jennifer

Get a 19-ounce version from Amazon for $35 (available in four sizes and seven scents) — see all of Capri Blue's candles here.

Promising review: "I love the glowy/dewy look. I looked through so many different product reviews, videos, etc, and finally decided to try two products, and this was one of them. I love how it looks alone *and* mixed in with lotion or foundation. I also love how it looks when you put a little dab along the cheekbones as a highlighter. It's the prettiest natural glow-from-within look! Can't wait to see how it holds up and looks in the summer when walking around in the heat." —Kelsie M

Get it from Amazon for $29 (available in four colors and a mini size).

Plus, these are machine-washable and come in so many colors that you don't have to sacrifice your home decor style for function!

Promising review: "These curtains are awesome! They are simple and elegant. They are not heavy at all, and they hang nicely. They definitely block out all light. My home office desk is set up right next to a window, and I get chilly during the winter. These curtains have been a lifesaver by insulating the cold window from me. :-) And the price was great too!" —Nancy Sal

Get it from Amazon for $26.92+ (available in nine sizes and 33 colors).

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

BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord loves these: "I recently bought these shorts because I needed some more breathable summer options, and they're phenom! I love the huge array of colors you can buy these in. (At other places, they often sell out too quickly to get to pick!) I love that the high-waistedness of them meets about where my running crop top ends, so I don't have to get bonkers with sunscreen, and love love loooooove the side pocket for my keys or face mask. I only have them in purple so far, but I'm excited to try other colors!"

Promising review: "LOVE these shorts. 🥰 I live in Puerto Rico 🇵🇷, and the humidity was getting uncomfortable in regular cotton shorts. These are so light and breezy. The little zip pocket is handy and discreet. I loved the beautiful packaging, too. I will order more colors because they are so great!" —Abnnassif

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in women's sizes XS–3XL and four colors). 

This paw wax is made from food-safe oils and waxes that both protect and heal dry and cracked paws, so it's A-OK for when your dog decides to lick! No worries if they lick right away — reviewers say this balm is fast-absorbing as well as moisturizing. 

Musher's Secret is a third-generation, family-owned business from Canada. Their recipe was originally developed for Canadian sled dogs, so they knew it needed to be effective.

Promising review: "I've only been using this for two days, and I already see a HUGE difference in my chihuahua's paws. Sometimes, people forget that pavements can get very hot and don't think twice about their dogs' feet. It's pretty hot here now, so I got this to protect my chihuahua's paws. It's odorless, easy to massage into doggy paws, and my dog isn't even bothered by it at all! He doesn't lick it and only smells it out of curiosity, then goes off on his merry way. It doesn't get on furniture, carpet, clothes, etc. It dries very fast. It smoothed out the cracks and dryness on his paws. As a bonus, he also loves being massaged when I'm applying it." —Kerchie

Promising review: "When I bought this, it was totally on a whim. I was convinced that because it was so inexpensive, it would be a cheap piece of junk! Was I wrong! It does a great job of lighting up the table with the three different settings. AND, if you turn it upside-down, you can further vary the brightness. (Sometimes you just want a hint of a glow, rather than a spotlight in your face.) I'm very happy with this, especially since I left it out all summer long with no issues. It was hidden under a closed umbrella, but I'm sure it got a little damp with rainwater and it survived! For just $10, it is such an easy solution for my patio that has no electricity, and therefore, needs something battery powered." —LouiseN

Promising review: "I love spending time outside, and we entertain on our patio, too. But when it's over 100 degrees outside, nobody feels like visiting. Until now!! I bought one and liked it so much I ordered another to cover both patios. They lower the temps to a more moderate level in just moments and don't use 100 gallons of water doing it! I put mine along the top of our privacy fence, and then put a fan behind it, and made it almost like having an AC unit outside. They're easy to put up and take down, and come with convenient hanging hooks! I read the reviews people wrote about the heads getting stopped up, and they WILL, but as a plumber, I'll tell you a trick to keeping them working like new: vinegar. Just remove the heads and soak them in a little straight vinegar, then use a small bristle brush like a toothbrush or nail brush, rinse them off, and replace them in the mister tubing, and they should be like brand-new." —Sonya Combs

Get it from Amazon for $16.96 (also available in multipacks).

Read more about how temperature therapy can help with migraine prevention at Mayo Clinic. Many reviewers also say it helps reduce puffiness on their face when used in the morning!

Promising review: "Well made for the price. I find it’s helpful in the morning for puffy eyes. It’s great to use after a workout in sunny Florida. I use it to cool down and reduce redness after exercising." —Amazon Customer

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

It also has a nonslip backing, adjustable headrest anchors, seat anchors, trunk cargo liner, and two seatbelt openings to keep your pup in place.

Promising review: "This is a great product. The fit is easily adjustable, and I love that it can zip up on the sides to protect the inside of your door if you're worried that your dog is gonna paw at it. My dog is 80 lbs, and even with just a dog seat belt, he used to rock all over the place, and I'd feel terrible if he fell off the seat. Thanks to this, he's perfectly comfortable in a hammock and nice and secure. The dog seat belt gives enough leeway for him to peek his head out the window, but keeps him securely inside my car. All the while protecting the material in my 2018 Honda Civic from scratch marks! I also love that there's Velcro for the parts where the belt clicks in so that you can seal it off and prevent his fur from getting inside. I've taken my dog hiking, to the beach, parks, etc., and have found the clean up very easy with a vacuum at your local car wash! Very satisfied with this and will recommend it to my fellow dog owners! Thanks!" —Brianna Golez

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

Promising review: "I love that I can just stick this in the door of my freezer in any direction and the ice cubes turn out perfect every time! Not to mention the ice cubes are so cute; they’re faceted and look like jewels. I’ve frozen ice in it about three times now, and it’s working great so far! Since the ice cubes are smaller in size, they also don’t take too long to freeze. I would recommend getting the see-through plastic version, though, because it’s almost impossible to see the max fill line through the opaque plastic." —Sara K.

Get it from Amazon for $19.89+ (available in five colors and different pack sizes).

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