33 Products For Those Summertime Problems That Are Super Normal, But Can Feel Embarrassing
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Promising review: "Last-minute purchase for a trip to Jamaica. So happy I bought them. They always kept our towels on the chairs correctly. It was also easy to tell our chairs apart from others on the resort. Will definitely be recommending them to others." —RG
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $11.99 (available in five colors).
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Grampa's Weeder is a family-owned small biz that sells tools to make weeding easier!
Promising review: "I saw this tool used on TikTok, so we decided to try it out. It works really well — it is not difficult to get to the root of the weed and is fairly simple to use, as well. We would recommend this tool to anyone who finds it difficult to do the crouching required to pull weeds." —Mary
Get it from Amazon for $39.97.
Promising review: "I've been searching for something to remove the weeds for a while and came across this amazing tool. Since I refuse to use chemicals in my yard, I've been left with scraped knuckles every time I attempt to remove weeds. The weeds have grown so tightly in the concrete cracks that I pretty much gave up; even weed-whacking it didn't help much. Yes, you do have to use a little bit of effort, but the end result was so worth it!" —Shelley Arakaki
Get it from Amazon for $16.95.
Promising review: "This is one of those things that I wish I'd found years earlier. I've suffered from mortifying stress-induced under-boob sweat for most of my adult life. Also, I'm a lifelong Seattle girl who gets upset when it's warmer than 65 degrees outside. So when I stumbled upon this product, I was curious enough to buy a small pack. And yes, I've come back for MORE! For real, I won't put on a bra without one of these liners now. It absorbs all the moisture from heat and stress. And because it's a really soft bamboo/cotton mix, my skin is finally not feeling tortured under there! To the makers of this ingenious, life-changing product: thank you, thank you, thank you! Sincerely, all the grateful ta-tas you've helped to care for." —Niko
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in women's sizes M–XXL and several color combos).
Promising review: "Better than bike shorts! I gave these two solid test drives before writing my review because I was that skeptical, but y’all…THEY’RE AWESOME. I’ve been doing the bike shorts thing for pretty much my entire life, but the extra layer is annoying, and bike shorts tend to ride…er, up? I got these as a skeptic, figuring maybe, just maaaaybe there’s a better solution out there, and you guys. Seriously. This is IT. I got the black lace ones, and these bad boys stay put! Initially, I had them on for about four hours, but I took them for a full eight-hour workday yesterday, and they did great! I love that they don’t ride anywhere during the day, they’re super easy to put on, take off, and hand wash, and they look way prettier than my bike shorts. For the first time, I’m excited to wear dresses this summer!" —Jill S
Get them from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in sizes S–3XL and in 18 colors and styles).
Promising review: "Purchased this due to getting heat rashes along underwear line during work (running around a lot and it gets hot!) I wasn't sure how this was going to work out, but it has actually turned out to be really awesome!! When I use it, I never get rashes from the heat buildup. It holds up all day during my 12-hour shifts and has yet to fail me." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in three sizes and multi-packs).
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Promising review: "Used for a business trip where I had to be dressed up for 12 hours in the heat for several days in a row. Even used these after getting off flights, needing to refresh before meetings. Made me feel fresh, almost showered, and the deodorizing smell was long-lasting and subtle. Definitely recommend!" —Amazon Customer
Get a pack of 30 from Amazon for $8.99.
Promising review: "I have been trying all kinds of deodorants for months, trying to find one that works! I sweat a lot at work and this stuff works! I don’t have to reapply. This doesn’t leave any staining on my clothes. The smell is nice and light. Finally found something that works!" —Zindarella
Get it from Amazon for $8.49.
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 three colors).
Promising review: "This product WORKS! You won’t be disappointed. I used to get embarrassed taking off my flats in my office because they smelled so bad, but not anymore! My work flats make my feet sweaty, and this spray helps keep the awful odors away for at least four to five days (probably longer, but I was so excited I just sprayed my shoes again because I liked the smell, haha!) The lemon is strong, and I love the eucalyptus, so I would purchase it again! Although it will likely last a while! I have a little boy who gets sweaty feet also, so I’m sure I’ll soon be using this in his shoes, too." —Traeannah Brown
Get it from Amazon for $13.95 (available in three scents).
Promising review: "My 6-year-old daughter has keratosis pilaris, commonly known as 'chicken skin.' This year, it really flared up during warm weather, so I gave this wash, along with lotion, a try. Wow, I saw results after just a few uses, and after a couple of weeks, most of her bumps disappeared. Thrilled we skipped a trip to the dermatologist! Can’t beat this price for the results either." —Ashley Steigerwald
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
Promising review: "PERFECT for hot summer Florida days when you are outside for long periods of time and still want to look good! Removes oil without removing makeup. I have not noticed a scent. They absorb well, and I use one to two depending on how oily or sweaty I am." —Catherine
Get a pack of 100 sheets from Amazon for $6.95+ (available in three scents and multipacks).
Promising review: "I traveled to Italy this summer, and this thing was a lifesaver. It was so hot there, and I was drenched in sweat, but after using this, I no longer looked sticky or shiny. 10/10 would recommend." —Shyenne
Get it from Amazon for $8.02.
Promising review: "I have a small three-tier water fountain on my patio.Naturally, the birds in the community have come to rely upon it for drinking and bathing. I literally sprayed this product and walked away. I actually left it on overnight because I got busy with other tasks. When I checked back all of the mold was gone, everything, with no damage to the painted stucco wall or cement and no scrubbing. Literally spray and leave." —Mark
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in smaller and larger sizes).
Promising reviews: "These undies are sooo super comfortable!! I purchased them to wear for work, and I can't believe how well they stay put. No wedgies, no shifting, smooth and comfortable. Even when I get very sweaty and am on my feet all day, the underwear holds up." —Mikey Hudachko
"Very good quality fabric. Cotton stretch is perfect for warmer weather. These have just enough support." —P.Witt
Get a five-pack from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in women's sizes XS–5XL and 10 color combinations).
BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord calls these undies "wedgie-proof." To learn more, check out her UMMISS underwear review.
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Promising review: "Perfect for my little one! My back seats don't have air vents, and I noticed even on days when it wasn't really that hot out, she was soaking wet in her car seat. After installing this, we've had no issues, and it cools her off within seconds! 🫶🏻" —jaimee
Get it from Amazon for $64.95+ (available in two colors and three lengths).
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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.
This works by suctioning up insect venom, saliva, and other irritants under the skin, which in turn prevents your body from producing a reaction to said irritant. You can also use it to treat bites from bees, wasps, biting flies, no-see-ums, chiggers, and sea lice. Bug Bite Thing is a family-owned small biz!
Promising review: “You need this! I am a magnet for bites of all kinds and carry topical and medicines with me at all times – so I figured this would be a good product to see if it really works. I used this little tool (3x per the instructions) and documented it with photos. Immediately after using it, [my bite] stopped itching! And less than 24 hours later, the bump/bite was gone! There is a very faint red mark from using the thing, but it is a small price to pay, IMO. Bottom line: it’s awesome. I’m carrying it with me everywhere!” —Rebecca
Get it from Amazon for $9.95+ (available in one-, two-, or three-packs and in three colors).
Promising review: "Scummy water bugging you? I just got this gem of a product last night. I 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 two-pack from Amazon for $14.99.
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Read more about the use of antiperspirants to manage symptoms of hyperhidrosis at Cleveland Clinic.
Promising review: "I used this product on my 10-year-old son. He sweats A LOT on his hands. He would tell me that he was embarrassed at school and he had problems making friends. My son told me he had never shaken a hand outside of mine ever before in his life...it broke me. As a father, I knew I had to fix this. I set an appointment with his doctor and got nowhere. The doctor said it's normal and should go away in the coming years. I asked about surgery, and they said it would cost around $10,000, so I started saving. A couple of weeks went by, and I came across this product. I asked my son if he was OK with trying it, and he desperately said yes. We put it on, and his hands are completely dry now. When it worked, he started practicing shaking hands and high-fives with his brother. It's been two weeks now, and it is working. AMAZING." —HECTOR LORENZO
Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (also available in packs of two and three).
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Promising review: "For someone who sweats A LOT, I can honestly tell you this product is genius. I always blister no matter what type of shoes I’m wearing in the summer. So far, I’ve worn this under flats, sandals, and sneakers without socks! No blisters!!!! I only wish I knew about this product sooner!" —Ozone99
Get it from Amazon for $8.99.
First, prep the area by removing dead grass and loosening hard soil. Next, apply the EZ Seed so that the area is mostly covered but bare ground is still visible. Step three is to water thoroughly!
Promising review: "I used this in the spring to fill out our lawn more, and it worked great! I was worried because I feel like you always hear grass seed horror stories, but I just raked our lawn good, spread seeds all over, and watered it once (sometimes twice) per day, and it filled the lawn in beautifully!" —Mariah
Get it from Amazon for $16.20 (available in five sizes and four styles).
Promising review: "This is convenient for indoor or outdoor use. It is also compact for carrying in a purse or backpack. It comes in a soft plastic bag within a drawstring bag to keep it clean and easy to carry. It is easy to clean. Just rinse with water and a gentle soap. You can also use a wipe (flushable or baby wipe) until you are able to wash it. Shake it dry, or use a napkin or paper towel. It can be used from young kids to adults indoors at public restrooms, in a portable bathroom, and outdoors on a hike or walk in the woods." —Diane Feliciano
Get it from Amazon for $8.99.
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Promising review: "Great cart! We love the ease of use. It folds up pretty flat (except, of course, for the balloon wheels) and fits easily in the trunk. It can hold an impressive amount of gear! We have packed it with two large beach chairs, a small cooler, drinks, speakers, blankets, towels, a diaper bag, an umbrella, a small baby tent, a little table, flip-flops, drinks, etc., and we still have room for more. The balloon wheels are THE ONLY way to travel through deep, soft sand. Even when loaded down, it is very easy to tilt the cart back on the two big balloon wheels and roll through the sand. Other carts' wheels just bog down and get dragged through the sand or dig in and become immovable, making it a miserable trip. We live in Pensacola and visit the beach constantly, so we hope the cart holds up! So far, it seems sturdy and shows no signs of failing. Best beach cart we have owned so far!" —Jboogy Groove
Get it from Amazon for $269.99+ (available in two styles and three colors).
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Promising review: "This product delivers exactly as promised and is incredibly easy to use. I suffer from dry skin and often apply various products to soften my feet. With this, I simply spray it on and immediately massage it in with my hands. The dead skin comes off effortlessly. There's no waiting time, and it's gentle on the skin. In fact, I've even started using it on my cuticles. It leaves my feet feeling exceptionally soft. This has quickly become my new favorite thing." —KimT
Get it from Amazon for$5.48 (also available in a two-pack).
Promising review: "I burn very easily, so I try to stay out of the sun or wear tons of sunblock. On those days when I still manage to get burned, this has been the absolute best for pain relief. I’ve used it for years. Instead of trying to drive around to see which store carries it, Amazon has made it easy. I’ve tried other things that are too greasy, sticky, or just don’t work. This stuff relieves the pain, smells nice, and it turns to tan rather quickly, skipping the peeling part. I swear by this stuff." —Danielle K. Schmidt
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
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Promising review: "I got absolutely FRIED at the beach this past weekend and tried everything under the sun (literally) to provide some relief for my sunburn. I was in so much pain, and every over-the-counter aloe gel, lidocaine, and cold shower was not helping. I found this wrap on my TikTok and immediately bought it. As soon as I put this on my burn, I was immediately relieved of any burning or irritation. I am wearing four patches right now, and I plan on wearing them all day, every day, until this burn heals. I will say the only downside is that they slip off when the aloe has worn off! And it is a little bit hard to maneuver to cut since it is so slippery. But overall, I love this product and will be a forever customer!" —Nick
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
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Promising review: This neck fan is truly a great value for the money. I have compared many different neck fans, and this fan is by far the best. And the best part for me is that the fan blows air around your entire neck. Many others only blow air directly in front of your neck area or only blow air in front and sides of the neck. I work in a hospital, and it gets extremely busy, so I appreciate that it doesn't look like wearing a pair of headphones on the job. It fits great around my neck, it's much quieter than the other types, and the build and finish feel solid. I am very satisfied, and I definitely recommend this neck fan as it will not disappoint." —MEO
Get it from Amazon for $27.87+ (available in five colors).
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Promising reviews: "So I decided to put these to the ultimate test for July 4 underneath my white, semi-sheer swimsuit. I wore them out in the Florida heat in the ocean all day, and they did not budge or peel off. I thought for sure these would take skin off by the time I got home because I just couldn't believe they stayed on the entire day (humidity is real). I was able to remove them with ease. I washed them with warm water and soap and let them dry, and the next day, they were super sticky, like they were brand new out of the package again. Buying these forever." —Marisa
"I’ve bought other sticky pads/pasties, and I can say these are the only ones that stay on. They felt very secure, no complaints at all." —Luna
Get a set from Amazon for $26.50+ (available in five shades, two versions, and two sizes: one that fits cups A–C and one that fits cups D+).
BuzzFeed editor Natalie Brown swears by these pasties, too! Check out her Nippies review to learn more.
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Read our Stoppers Heel Protectors review!
Promising review: "After slightly sinking into the ground at my own wedding, I decided that I absolutely needed these for every summer wedding thereafter! They were a hit — everyone thought they were genius, and my heels were spared from sinking into grass as well as dirt and gravel! LOVE THEM! I need them in every size!" —Alexis
Get them from Amazon for $11.99 (available in four sizes).
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Promising review: "The screen was very easy to install and looks pretty nice. I needed it to help keep mosquitoes out of the house. My order arrived sooner than expected. Thanks for the great product." —Karen
Get it from Wayfair for $11.76.
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Promising review: "I love these headbands and all the color choices. They are the perfect size, soaking up my ample sweat, keeping all of it out of my eyes, and being able to rotate the colors so the regulars in my gym won't gag at the possibility that I might wear the same one every day (I sweat buckets). I especially loved the price! Now, every time I look at the ridiculously expensive name brand headband I was gifted, I feel a particular satisfaction that I bought these headbands for myself." —Somebody 2luv
Get a set of 10 from Amazon for $13.99.
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And come fall and winter, you can crank up the heat in your bed without having to warm the whole house!
Promising review: "Super easy to assemble and run! The remote is simple but has so many options! I didn’t even buy the 'add on' sheet, and this thing has CHANGED OUR LIVES!! Our dogs no longer get hot and get up and down off the bed. My husband was shocked at how cool he gets even though it’s on my side (he’s a hot sleeper, too!). We use it on the lowest setting, and I know this thing will MORE than pay for itself in electricity bills this summer! (We usually sleep with it on 63, and hot flashes have now set in, so I wasn’t sure how we would survive the Southern summer heat.😖) HUGE FANS OF THE BED JET!" —Melissa W.
Get it from Amazon for $489.
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