1. A 2-in-1 nausea relief inhalerdesigned to work FAST on spontaneous nausea, motion sickness, morning sickness, and general queasiness (having a human body is hard). Summer road trips and cruises just got a HECK of a lot more bearable. 

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You can either use it as a scent inhaler or rub it directly on the tip of your nose for relief.

Promising review: "Took this on my first cruise. Anytime that I started to feel woozy I’d reach for it. I’m sure the required act of deep breathing helped a lot - and breathing in the fragrance of the essential oil is very calming and effective. Worked for me! Wonderful!" —Willy&Lilly

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $12.99 (also available in a pack of four). 

2. CoverGirl's Yummy Blur Lipstick, which is designed to roll on as a balm and dry matte, giving you the best of both lippie worlds. This gives a smooth, diffused finish for a step above the "no makeup makeup" look. If you're going for a minimalist, easy-to-maintain summer beauty routine, this is a must! 

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Promising review: "Exactly what I was looking for! Smells good, sweet,  moisturizing, but simultaneously has a light powdery feel. The color is also pretty long lasting! I have been looking for something to replace ColourPop's blotted lipstick, and I've finally found it!" —Amber

Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in eight shades). 

3. A set of kid-friendly hydrocolloid mosquito itch relief patches you can wear at the beach, pool, bath, or shower without worrying about them sliding off. Reviewers swear by these not just for helping prevent itching, but to reduce the redness and swelling faster. 

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Quitch is a small business that specializes in family-friendly bug repellent and bug bite relief products. 

Promising review: "I don’t know how this works but it helped my itching SO MUCH! It sticks quite well and even stayed on after a shower. I got them because I was traveling to an area that had lots of mosquitos. I would be itching so bad but once I placed one on the bite, it reduced the itching to almost nonexistent. The pack comes with different sizes. It’s helped with not scarring my legs from the bites. I’ll definitely rebuy this for summer. It’s so easy and great to just throw in your bag." —Holly C. 

Get a pack of 36 from Amazon for $9.99. 

4. An effortlessly chic woven straw summer clutch to pair perfectly with any summer outfit, whether you're kicking back at the beach or fancying it up for a wedding. This is basically the purse equivalent of that one friend of yours who's always like "Yeah, I'm down" before you even tell them the plans. 

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Promising review: "I bought this clutch for a trip this past summer and my sister has already used it more than once, haha! I couldn’t believe how high quality it was! It looks way more expensive than it was, so I was very impressed! It’s a perfect clutch to add to a spring/summer outfit and add a little something extra!" —Hannah

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

5. Solarcaine Aloe Sunburn Relief Sprayfor when those sunburns aren't just an "ouch" but a full on "YIKES!" This is designed for fast-acting, long-lasting relief from burning, pain, *and* itching, so it will be your secret weapon for summer sunburns, scrapes, and bug bites. 

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Promising review: "I brought this with me on a cruise, and I’m so glad I did! After a little too much sun on the deck, this spray was a total lifesaver. It provided instant cooling relief and took the sting out of my sunburn right away. The spray made it easy to apply without having to rub it in — perfect for those sensitive areas. The aloe was super soothing, and the lidocaine helped calm the burn fast. It absorbed quickly and didn’t leave any sticky feeling behind. Definitely a must-have for any sunny vacation or cruise — I'll never travel without it again!" —Barbara

Get it from Amazon for $7.99. 

6. A travel-friendly, K-beauty staple SPF 50 Airy Sunstick Smoothing Bar with a curved balm stick style that makes it super easy to apply, and a nonsticky, white cast–free formula that plays ABSURDLY well with makeup. If you're looking for a lightweight "soft matte" sunscreen to protect your skin, this is your new BFF. 

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Check out a TikTok of the Airy Sunstick Smoothing Bar in action. 

Note that the AAD recommends using at least SPF 30 and reapplying as needed for skin protection. You can read about sunscreen myths and facts from dermatologists for more information! 

Promising review: "NO WHITE CAST! I've been looking for a stick sunscreen and this was just exactly what was needed!! I'm a medium-toned Black woman and looking for something without a white cast is always a challenge. I have applied it on my bare skin and there isn't a white cast at all! It's a 'soft matte' finish, for sure, and looks like natural skin. Like you're not wearing anything at all." —Martina

Get it from Amazon for $17.02. 

7. And Vacation Orange Gelée SPF 30 Gel, a luxurious "balm to oil" blend designed to smell and look so good that you'll wonder how the SPF even got in there. The iconic orange tint blends perfectly into all skin tones and leaves a glossy shine, and the scent is nothing short of decadent — a "French Riviera" scent that blends sandalwood, bergamot, saffron, patchouli, and clove. Suddenly putting on sunscreen doesn't feel like a chore!! 

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Vacation is a small business that specializes in sun care and fragrance products.

Promising review: "LOVE THIS!! The smell is glorious and immediately takes me back in time to when all my girlfriends would gather poolside and slather on the original St. Tropez Orange Gel. I don’t understand why they ever did away with the original Bain de Soleil, but this new orange gel will make you feel like you are on an eternal vacation and give you the best tan you have ever had. Going to stock up on several more tubes and invite my college girlfriends over to the pool. Oh, and mine came with a key for the tube and a cute message from the head of the company. I would give it a sixth star if I could." —S. M. Harris 

Get it from Amazon for$24. 

8. An oh-so-cozy patio lounge rocking chairthat's basically what happens when a couch and a rocking chair have an outdoor-friendly baby. This all-purpose cuddly spot is perfect for any summer agendas, whether it's to read books, gossip with the neighbors, or take biiiiiig long sunshine-y naps. 

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Promising review: "I am OBSESSED with this chair. I wanted something big and comfy I can lounge in for reading on my patio. This was everything I had dreamed of and more. I can’t wait to get home everyday to read on this thing. My cat enjoys cuddling up with me as well. I’ve read three books since purchasing this chair less than a month ago. It was easy to put together too! A little intimidating but totally doable for just one person. I strongly recommend this chair." —Regina

Get it from Amazon for $179.99. 

9. Dove Brown Sugar and Coconut Butter Body Scrub designed to be oh-so-gentle on your skin, with a softer texture that isn't as coarse as other brands but leaves you fully exfoliated and smooth. Plus there's the added bonus of smelling so yummy that you'll be like, "Oooh, should I take a bite out of my own self?" 

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Promising review: "I'm normally a St. Ives girly but decided to give this a try and OMG!! If heaven had a scent it would be this. It leaves my skin feeling cotton soft and smelling amazing. Loving it!" —Latoya

Get it from Amazon for$7.97. 

10. And Olay's Firming Body Lotion full of collagen peptides and a Vitamin B3 complex for *ultra* hydrating relief that's also designed to visibly plump, firm, and moisturize your skin — all at a fraction of the price of other firming lotions, like the internet's beloved $48 Elasti-Cream. 

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Psst — there's a matchingelasticity-boosting collagen body wash as well! 

Promising review: "I have spent a lifetime looking for a lotion as good as this one. I am so happy to have tried this, and now I will use it forever. It smells fantastic, comes in a cute bottle, is reasonably priced, and my skin is softer and more hydrated than ever. I've tried everything for dry, itchy, sensitive skin. I use this daily, and I love it. Butters and oils leave me feeling gross and greasy, and most lotions simply do not do the job, and I'll have to reapply constantly. This I apply once daily, and my skin is so soft and healthy now." —Paige

Get it from Amazon for$9.99 (available in four other styles). 

11. Black Girl Sunscreen's Make It Pop Sungloss with SPF 50 (!!) that reviewers *adore* both as a glossy shine on bare lips, or to make their signature lippies pop. Who knew sun protection could look so chic? 

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Black Girl Sunscreen is a Black-owned small business that specializes in sun-protective products that don't leave a white cast. 

Promising review: "Best SPF lip gloss I’ve tried at a price you can’t beat. It keeps your lips moisturized long after it’s applied and has no white cast. I also have fairly sensitive skin and this has yet to cause any irritation on my lips which is a huge plus. It's generally impossible to find SPF 50 in any lip product, let alone in a gloss — I will purchase again for sure." —Ashlee Meckler

Get it from Amazon for $9.99. 

12. An ingeniousfloating sunglasses strap perfect for windy or hectic days at the pool, beach, or boat when your expensive shades might risk sinking into the watery abyss. Ariel has enough sunglasses in her collection down there, she doesn't need yours. 

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Anchor Glasses Straps is a small business that specializes in floating sunglasses straps. 

Promising review: "These are great. Just bought our first jet skis and found out we definitely need glasses when on the water (due to wind and water spray) but were concerned about losing them on the water. These are thicker than most others online but it is worth it because they truly float. The brighter colors make them easier to see and the connecter is nice and snug. If you don't want to lose your glasses, I would definitely recommend!" —SpeedyJ

Get a four-pack from Amazon for $14.99. 

13. A versatile ribbon scarf you can use as the perfect accent to any summer outfit, whether you're using it to tie back your hair, add some color and whimsy to your purse, or using as an elegant ascot. It's like buying a bunch of accessories for the price of one! 

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Promising review: "This is a beautiful scarf. The material is soft and the print is beautiful. I wore it as a belt and as hair accessories. I got many compliments. Definitely a nice piece to add to your collection." —Yvette Tapia

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 42 styles). 

14. A tinted lip balm so close to the same magic as "Black Honey," TikTok's beloved $25 ~universal shade~ from Clinique, that it will genuinely startle you — especially when you see the price. This is a perfect, non-sticky "go-to" lippie that's just a step above the "no makeup makeup" look, giving the perfect subtly polished effect. 

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I bought this because I crave that Black Honey and will buy it until the day I die, but I am always paranoid of losing it, so I almost never let it leave my bag. I have tried probably five or six "almost" versions of Black Honey that came close, but this one genuinely spooked me. It has the same easy glide, same buildability, and the same refreshingly hydrating effect. It was a two-pack so I gave one to my BFF, another Black Honey fan, who also could not detect the difference! 

Promising review: "Better than Clinique! I bought this one on a whim but never liked the real Black Honey Almost Lipstick by Clinique, since it tends to run red on me. This shade, in my opinion, is exactly what Black Honey SHOULD be, as it looks more like Black Honey in pictures. For the price, it can’t be beat, so I’m buying more." —HAC 

Get it from Amazon for $7.69 (also available in the pink honey version, and in a two-pack that mixes both!). 

15. First Aid Beauty Ingrown Hair Pads to use after you shave to help prevent the infection of ingrown hairs, so you don't have to spend hours psyching yourself up to shave, knowing that you're gonna be dodging a bazillion sensitive spots on your skin.

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First Aid Beauty is a US-based small business that specializes in clean, fragrance-free, cruelty-free personal care products. 

Promising review: "These have been a game changer for me! For as long as I’ve been shaving, I always end up with bad razor burn and ingrown hairs :/. I switched to waxing for a while, but with summer around the corner that’s not ideal to keep up with. I was looking for a product that would help soothe my irritation and decided to try these. They’re easy to use and have really helped my skin! I use them right after my showers when I shave (armpits and down below) and then in the mornings the next day to keep irritation down, and they’re great. No burning or weird residue left after. 10/10 would recommend!" —Tori Wag

Get a set of 28 pads from Amazon for $18.53. 

16. A 16-ounce mini Nalgene bottle for when you're not Big Thirsty, not Little Thirsty, but decidedly just Medium Thirsty. This small, easily portable bottle is great for commuters on the go who don't want the full bulk of a water bottle but also want to stray hydrated (in the most adorable way possible). 

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I am obsessed with mine, which I got in theAmethyst Sustaincolor set (the stickered bottle above). I haven't used a Nalgene since high school but when I lost my usual one and needed a reliable replacement, these were too cute to resist. They are, as always, entirely leakproof, QUITE durable, and most importantly, super lightweight — a boon for me, since I'm a step count monster and always have a tote bag slung over my shoulder. I have gotten more compliments and questions about this adorable bub than any of my water bottles combined! 

Get it from Amazon for $14.16+ (available in 15 stylse). 

17. Wild Iris Musk Body Wash, the summer-friendly sister of the TikTok-famous "old money" Baccarat Rouge 540-inspired body wash. I am a massive fan of both — the moisturizing clean is so fresh, and the scents are so DELIGHTFULLY luscious without overpowering — but trust me when I say that Wild Iris Musk is *the* warm weather scent. It's floral, soft, playful, and grounded all at once. (And yes, just like the original version, it smells ... expensive.  👀) 

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I bought the OG body wash after being peer-pressured by all the lovely reviews and happily used it all winter. I was so happy to discover that the Wild Iris Musk Body Wash was a perfect warm weather update — the scent is so lovely, floral, and fun, and manages to have depth and staying power without being overwhelming. My favorite thing about Cremo body washes is how easily they pair with other scents, because I am a body mist gremlin who swaps out her scents every day. The lather is also deeply satisfying and I feel quite refreshed and squeaky clean without ever feeling dry. 

Promising review: "Oh my. The scent of this is intoxicating. I’m so excited to try the others. I keep smelling my arms. So so good. Great body wash in general. But the smell and price make it my absolute favorite." —Chelsea Shackelford

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three scents). 

18. A set of reusable rainbow poopy "water balloon,"a set of environmentally-friendly splash toys that prove poop really can save the world. Magnets keep the balloons closed, so all you have to do to refill is dunk them in a safe water source and snap the shut again. Let the (kinda gross, but still cute) games begin!! 

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Promising review: "These are such cute water balloons! I know they are supposed to be poop but my 4-year-old thought it was rainbow ice cream water balloons! These are great quality and so much fun for kids of all ages!" —Abbie Harper 

Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $14.50 (available in two other styles). 

19. A reusable, family-friendly sand eraser to *instantly* remove sand from your skin with a quick swipe so you don't feel like an itchy mermonster in the car all the way home. 

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Promising review: "This is a great product and gift for a beach lover. Works great and is a decent size for brushing away the sand after an amazing day at the beach! Going to buy it as a gift!! Easy to use and affordable!" —Sue Krauser 

Get it from Amazon for$13.99. 

20. A four-pack of silicone straw soda can lids that are like, "Oh, you're obsessed with Diet Coke? Let me find you a reason to be even MORE obsessed." Reviewers love these not just for the ~thrill~ of a straw, but because the covers make the cans a whole lot more spill-proof, prevent your drink from going flat, and protect your can from bugs and debris during outdoor hangs. 

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Promising review: "I am obsessed with this! I am a terrible adult and rarely finish my soda because it goes flat (EW). This has been used every day since I got it. Easy to put on and easy to remove. Cinch to clean! It cuts my waste so far down. It stays in place, even when knocked over. I am clumsy, I haven't figured out how to body most days. It does not leak when knocked over. Even violently. Get it! You won't regret it." —Rachael Ryon 

Get a set of four from Amazon for$15.99. 

21. A set of espresso martini instant cocktail tea bags — all the sophistication of tea, the zing! of coffee, and the 😜 of a cheeky cocktail, without the exorbitant bar price tags.  All you have to do is add three ounces of cold water, 1.5 ounces of hard liquor, and the tea sachet into a glass, and you'll have a delicious cocktail in one minute. 

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Sayso is a woman-owned small business that specializes in the first-ever cocktail tea bag, perfect for cocktails *and* mocktails. 

Promising review: "I was a bit skeptical when I purchased, but these are actually fantastic. The taste is great, and the bags make it incredibly easy to mix up what would otherwise be complex cocktails quickly and easily. I've had the spicy marg, espresso martini, and old-fashioned versions, and while they aren't exactly the same as the original they are wonderful for making yourself a cocktail at home. Highly recommend." —Meredith 

Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $14.99 (available in four other cocktail styles and larger packs). 

22. A whisper-quiet Wi-Fi–enabled smart air circulator fan you can control via app, Google Home, Alexa, or remote to keep yourself feeling easy breezy all summer long. Just ask the cast members of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, which is how this luxe little gizmo got on some happy reviewers' radars! 

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Windmill is a small business that specializes in fans, air purifiers, and air conditioners. 

Promising review: "I love this cute little fan! I wanted some airflow in my bedroom and was skeptical about its small size, but I was pleasantly surprised! I ordered the pink fan and it is beautiful. It’s very sleek and minimalistic. What I didn’t realize I would love was the remote control option! I have it positioned on my dresser across the room, and at night, it’s strong enough to blow air directly at me even from across the room. It was a great find for a great price (especially given I was looking at wall mounted options to have the same type of result — I saved a lot of money!)." —Natalie

Get it from Amazon for $69 (available in five colors). 

23. An adorable, clear waterproof sunscreen bag to keep your various SPFs for easy access when you need to protect yourself from the sun's shenanigans, and to keep the rest of your stuff safe if one of your sunscreen bottles decides to go ~kaboom~. (Psst — these have the same vibe as the beloved Stoney Clover cosmetic bags that start at $68!) 

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Promising review: "Awesome bag! Roomy enough to fit your phone, sunscreen, and lip gloss. It's the perfect size to keep your essentials together in whatever larger bag you're using. Super cute "sun' design/label and extra bonus that it is waterproof." —LAF616

Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in 34 styles). 

24. A pair of cheerful, super lightweight boxer-style shorts so comfy and adorable that you are about to put your denim shorts on notice for the rest of the year — especially since these are a MUCH cheaper alternative to the $98 Reformation version. 

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Promising review: "So comfy and they look just like the photo! The quality is great, they aren't see through, and I love the bright color! They fit true to size. They are definitely a great value for the money." —Hope

Get it from Amazon for$9.99+ (available in women's sizes XS–XXL and 20 styles). 

25. Amini colander with folding handles that is basically a mandatory purchase for fruit and veggie lovers — reviewers love how easy it is to plop produce into this lil' guy and rinse it off in the sink with no muss, no fuss of drying everything out after! 

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Promising review: "Good and well-designed. Just the right size and foldable." —Mamasanh 

Get it from Amazon for $8.27 (available in two sizes). 

26. Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza POOLSIDE EDITION (!!) so now you can play this deeply beloved, family-friendly, fast-paced card game all summer long. Bonus: each game only lasts 10–15 minutes, so you can go one or a few rounds depending on how much time you've got together.  

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Dolphin Hat Games is a small business that specializes in family-friendly card games. 

Okay, so the rules: you divvy up all the cards equally, and then all the players take turns putting down cards that have different illustrations on them, saying "taco," "cat," "goat," "cheese," and "pizza" in order. If the card put on the table matches the word that's being said in that moment, whoever slaps a hand down on the card first gets all the cards under it. You keep playing until someone comes in possession of all the cards (or until you all start craving tacos and pizza so much you drive yourselves to the nearest combination Pizza Hut and Taco Bell). 

Promising review: "This is such a great product and game! My son and I love to play this and we bring it with us anytime we travel. Love the convenience of the little ring to store the cards on." —Julie Hrebecik

Get it from Amazon for $14.99. 

27. Spooky Summer, another beloved stress relief coloring book from Southern Lotus, a brand that's made itself famous on TikTok for its cozy, relaxing, easy-to-draw themes. This one is full of happy little spooks enjoying their favorite summer ~haunts~. 

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Psst — Southern Lotus has a *ton* of other cozy stress relief coloring bookswith different themes in theirAmazon storefront! 

Another psst — you can pick up a cult-fave colored pencil set on Amazon! 

Promising review: "This is seriously the cutest coloring book ever! I love the spooky theme which really opens the door for creativity. The pages are single sided which is perfect for coloring with alcohol markers or paint!" —Sarahsmilecoloring

Get it from Amazon for $7.99. 

28. Waterloo Spiced Mango Sorbet Sparkling Water that delivers so well on all three of those flavors that I feel like it just went down to the mocktail playground and beat up all the summer favorites. 

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I'm a sparkling water gremlin and I love this for summer! It is definitely mango forward, but with a softness to it that evokes sorbet and juuuust a hint of a kick. It's rare that you can taste a sparkling water and really catch all the "flavors" in it. This is definitely in my top five drinks of the summer now, if not top three! If you're throwing a shindig and want a fun mocktail option, this is your best bet. 

Get a 12-pack from Amazon for $7.49 (available in 17 other flavors). 

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