Hey You, Yeah You — Here Are The 35 Products You’ve Been Putting Off Buying But Absolutely Need This Summer
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Bug Bite Thing is a family-owned small business established in 2017 that specializes in bug bite relief products.
This works on mosquitoes, bees, wasps, biting flies, sea lice, and more (seriously where was this on my last hiking trip?)
Promising review: "I bought this because I saw it on TikTok, and have been having issues with mosquito bites. Used it a few times to relieve itchiness and I am convinced it works! Have been recommending it to my family and friends. Read the directions and follow them carefully. Don't use this on your face or neck, or other sensitive areas. Don't do a lot of suction, just a little bit. And do it a few times if needed. Great invention!" —Joe
Get it from Amazon for $9.95 (available in three colors).
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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 amount 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 un-touched. 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 ten-pack from Amazon for$9.99.
Promising review: "My philosophy is you need to love your job and love your bed because that's where you spend most of your hours. Anyway, I don't work anymore but I dang sure love my bed! High-quality mattress, nice linens, and THESE pillows! They are PERFECT!!!! There isn't a single thing that can be improved because they are like sleeping on a cloud that supports you perfectly... 100 out of 10 stars! We stayed at the Aria in Vegas for my bachelorette party and had several rooms... the first morning, we were ALL talking about the pillows! I'm pretty sure these are the same ones!" —Shawna Hathaway
Get it from Amazon for $59.99+ for a pack of two (available in queen and king sizes).
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Promising review: "Where has this been all my life!! We have one long-haired cat and three dogs — suffice it to say, shedding hair is a big problem on every cloth-like surface in our home. No more vacuuming the couches and chairs like wild when you have this around. This picks up hair quickly and easily when used correctly (fast back-and-forth motion). I will never not have this in our house!" —Shelby Cipolla
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in three colors).
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Promising review: "Very glam in a '50s starlet way, a real bikini feel without being super exposed. I hate swimsuits, and this is the first one I've worn in about 10 years. I felt confident in it and really enjoyed myself at the weekend getaway. The little cutout makes it sexy to wear with a sarong or wrap for when you need to take a break from the poolside." —Ms. Willows
Get it from Amazon for $36.99+ (available in sizes XS–22 Plus, and 27 colors).
Lyra
Lyra is a small, woman-owned business that designs modest swimsuits.
Sooo, trying to find a swimsuit that's both modest and made of actual good swimming material has been a difficult journey that I have spent the better part of a decade on. Every swimsuit with sleeves that I have bought has been clunky, or ill-fitting, or retains water so much that stepping out of a pool was a herculean task in and of itself. As a former competitive swimmer and Florida native who spends wayyyy too much time in the water, I needed something thin, lightweight, and most importantly: fast drying. I was sick of wading into the ocean and then having to wait several hours in the sun to dry off.
And then I found Lyra.
Let me tell you, this exact swimsuit was a game changer. I purchased one several years ago, and it still looks Brand. Freaking. New. It's so lightweight — for the first time since dressing more modestly, I finally feel like I can compete in a swim competition without being weighed down by my clothes.
Honestly, I'm about to snag more of these in different colors. I LOVE it!!
Promising review: "Such a fantastic swimsuit — purchased as I supervise a lot of school swimming lessons and often get cold. The design of the product is so thoughtful with a detachable crotch so you don’t have to completely strip off to go to the bathroom. I love the product so much that I immediately bought another color." —Tina A.
Get it from Lyra for$138 (available in sizes XS–3X, and six colors).
Promising review: "THIS STUFF IS MAGIC. If you’re questioning getting this to clean harder stains or anything, this is your review to read! I was a little skeptical because I’ve tried many things to clean my shower door with the hard-water stains and nothing really ever got it completely clean...this stuff did! I wish I would have taken before pictures. It did take a couple of applications and some scrubbing, but honestly I didn’t have to scrub hard, just used a wet cloth and this and my shower door is now completely clean without any hard water stains! I’m obsessed. Now to see what else I can clean with it." —R. Ford
Get it from Amazon for $5.49.
Note: This product is not an overnight miracle. Be patient, and you'll start to see the results over time.
Talk to your doctor before attempting to treat your keloid on your own, and learn more about keloids from Cleveland Clinic.
Promising review: "This product is amazing! Truly a miracle product. I had an AWFUL keloid forming near my nose piercing about six weeks after getting it done and it was getting bigger and more irritated by the day, nothing was helping. I bought this and started using it and in less than two weeks my huge keloid was completely gone! I was definitely skeptical and a little nervous when it didn’t seem to be getting noticeably smaller after a week but then the second week, it started totally disappearing so give it some time to work if your bump is on the larger side. If you remain patient and apply it twice a day, it should do the trick!" —Jordan Caprigno
Get it from Amazon for $12.85 (also available in multipacks).
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Plus it keeps your water cold for over 24 hours! I can't tell you how many times I have put ice in my bottle and let it sit overnight, just to find the cubes still intact come morning.
Check out the Owala FreeSip water bottle on TikTok!
Promising review: "I have a good amount of water bottles/tumblers at home, but this one is my go-to. My mom first told me about Owala, but I was very into my Stanley cup. I love my Stanley cup, but the straw tends to get in the way in the cup holder while I’m driving. And I can’t prop the Stanley up without it tipping over and spilling. I looked up the Owala and found these fun colors, and wow, I’m a fan. This bottle holds a lot of water and it’s super easy to drink from. You have the straw option of the spout option. On top of that, the lid doesn’t leak, so it would be on the floor of my car, and it won’t spill any water. The small handle makes it easy to carry as well. Definitely cheaper than the Stanley, and it’s much better in keeping the water in that spilling it all over." —Evelyn Ileana Serrato
Get a 32 oz bottle from Amazon for $31.25 (available in 21 colors and four sizes: 16oz, 24oz, and 40oz).
According to reviewers, this mask works on fine hair, curly hair, and type 4 hair.
Promising review: "This mask is a holy grail for my hair. It makes it incredibly smooth, soft, and revitalized. I loved it so much that I bought my mom one as well." —Maneet Gill
Get it from Amazon for $8.40.
Read our Elizavecca's CER-100 hair protein treatment review to learn more about why my colleague calls it "the miracle product I've been searching for."
Promising reviews: "Holy grail product. This is an amazing product. I have sensitive skin, but this has not affected me negatively at all. This product is amazing. It took about three months for me to get wonderful results. There is a slight, somewhat medicinal smell, but I actually kind of like it. If you have scars of any kind, I would highly recommend giving this product a try. I have an old burn scar on my hand; no matter what I used it never seemed to fade in the slightest. I’ve been using Bio-Oil on it for about three months now and it’s made such a difference! It’s basically completely gone! Such a better result than I was expecting! I was only hoping to fade it slightly." —sarah_baerah
Get it from Amazon for $11.12.
Read more about tea tree oil and acne at Mayo Clinic.
Promising review: "This product is gentle on the skin, but strong enough to combat any buttock issues caused by stress, environmental issues, or whatever. Living in the Deep South, we sometimes have a condition called 'swamp butt.' Little red bumps, like a rash or breakout, can form in sensitive areas. Using this product once a day after showering...I've had ZERO bumps in over three months. It works. Doesn't smell the greatest, but it's tolerable, for sure. Great product." —Billie B
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
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Plus, you can even snag the matching body mist so you can smell like paradise all day long!
Caffeine has a number of skincare benefits, including brightening and temporarily reducing the appearance of stretch marks and cellulite, if that's something you're looking to do! You can read more about the skincare benefits of caffeine at the Cleveland Clinic.
Promising review: "I am 60, and I could not get rid of the cellulite on my legs. I started using this product six weeks ago and can noticeably see a difference. I apply morning and evening, before bed for optimal results. It goes on smooth and has a creamy, nonsticky feel. The smell is dreamy, and even my husband has commented on the improvement. Make sure you apply in a circular motion for optimal coverage, absorption, and circulation." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $24+ (available in two sizes and a refill tub).
It has three speeds to choose from and also lights up, making you more visible at night.
Promising review: "I had never seen these before but was introduced to them by my daughter-law. As we live in Florida, we go to Disney World often and the heat here is unbearable sometimes. I purchased these and used them at the park and was surprised how comfortable they were to wear and the wonderful breeze it put out. Also, saw these worn by several others and had people ask me how they were and where I got them. Told them plus the exceptional value. LOVE them!" —Catherine
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in four colors).
Bushbalm
Bushbalm is an Ottawa-based small skincare brand creating products for our most sensitive areas.
Promising review: "I have literally tried everything to prevent razor burn for the past 10+ years and nothing worked. I tried products, preshave routines, post-shave routines, every kind of razor // shaving cream combination you can think of, etc. and despite all my efforts, money and time, I still always had razor burn. that all changed last week when I tried bushbalm for the first time. I cannot believe how well this stuff works. I never write reviews, like this is literally the first one I've ever written, but seriously if you struggle with bikini line irritation after shaving, buy this stuff for real. I'm so happy I finally found something that works and hope this review helps someone else avoid an expensive and painful ten year battle to find a solution to their razor burn problems!" —Katie
Get it from Amazon for $26.
Promising review: "My skin is 100% softer and feels far smoother thanks to this product!!! The difference was noticeable after ONE use, its true. All the grime, rolled up skin, flakes and chucks — shudder, that was on me??? Everything other customers are saying about how disgusting it is when you see how much dead skin sloughs off is true. I disagree that it only comes off after the first use though — I have continued to see improvement over the time I've used it, about six weeks, and even some age-related and sun damage discoloration is gone. These are the BEST, a MUST-HAVE, holy grail exfoliating mittens. I DEFINITELY recommend this! Did I say I recommend this 100%? I do!" —Kindle Customer. g'ma
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in a set of two).
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Promising review: "What took them so long?? Every household should have one of these. Does your partner point to the dishwasher and ask you, 'Hey, are these good?' Mine did, almost daily. Not anymore, though! A breeze to install (our dishwasher is magnetic, but I'm really glad it came with adhesive pads — someday when we move, if we need them we have them!), and even though I bought it (mostly) as a joke, I use the heck out of it. Slides easily when it needs to." —Andrea Braun
Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in six styles).
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Londontown is a small biz making products that'll help keep your nails healthy and beautiful.
Promising reviews: "Highly impressed and satisfied with purchase. I've been a nail biter my entire life. I recently stopped biting a little over three months ago, and while I've been pleased overall with the growth, I've found that my natural nails have many imperfections. For instance, I have splinter hemorrhages, as well as white horizontal lines (aka Beau's lines) on every single nail on all 10 fingers, and the tips are transparent. But this polish literally disguises all of that. I'm so so grateful to have found it." —Kourtnee amos
Get it from Amazon for $18+ (available in five shades).
Check out our Londontown Illuminating Nail Concealer review for more deets!
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You can read more about keratosis pilaris at the Cleveland Clinic.
Promising reviews: "I use this product because I have keratosis pilaris all over my arms and back of my legs. This product helped quite a bit with the bumps being less noticeable. I even used it on my face where I have lots of texture. It ABSOLUTELY got rid of all of the bumps on my face!! I will most definitely continue using it." —Cyan
"I've always dealt with acne on my back and sometimes on my chest. After I found this body wash my skin changed for GOOD!!! It's acne-free and very soft I don't need to use any other exfoliant. Note: In winter I used extra lotion after this body wash (CeraVe as well) because my skin tends to dry a lot." —Noe8890
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
Promising review: "I used this to condition an old chair that had been neglected in a shed for years. It was easy to rub into the wood with a cloth and absorbed quickly. It brought out the color and grain of the wood. The old chair looks nicely restored. I plan to use it on some other wood furniture. It definitely conditions the wood so I gave it 5 stars." —KkRider
Get it from Amazon for $11.45.
Promising review: "More than six years with a large, sometimes painful plantar wart on the bottom of my foot. The doctor tried freezing. I tried apple cider vinegar, aspirin, freezing at home, over and over again...nothing worked. Never showing the bottom of my feet, refusing to get a pedicure with the girls, and so, so embarrassed. It felt as if I was doomed to have it forever; it was resistant to everything. Literally six years of fighting it, and on a whim, I tried these because of the good reviews. ONE APPLICATION. I wore the bandage overnight. I didn’t think it did anything, but a few days later, the wart just came off. I know it’s silly to be so emotional over a stupid wart, but I’m telling you, I nearly cried. I’ve never been so happy with a product in my life. Highly, highly recommend giving these a try if you’ve got stubborn plantar warts." —Liz Dube
Get a pack of 14 from Amazon for $7.29 (available in two styles and larger packs).
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I use these so often that I've had to buy another pair in a different color — plus an extra pair for my mom, who also fell in love the moment she saw me bring these bad boys out on a family cruise.
Promising review: "I love Crocs sandals. This platform style is particularly cute and comfortable. I've added a couple of Jibbitz gems on the sides, and they look cute without looking silly. I'm over 60 but have gotten several compliments on my Crocs. They are lightweight but add cushion. Price is inexpensive, and the flip-flops are very comfortable to wear." —ST
Get them from Amazon for$19.99+ (available in sizes 4–11 and 14 colors).
Promising review: "Purchased these for my granddaughter's birthday trip to Disney World for the pool side and beach. We both like it. No slips at the poolside." —Terri Jordan
Get it from Amazon for $7.96+ (available in 46 colors, kid sizes 1–32, women's sizes 3.5–15, and men's sizes 3–14).
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As an added bonus, this bad boy is reusable! Just pop off the ball and wash it.
Promising review: "First off, if you have extremely oily skin, this. is. it. I was so tired of getting blotting powder/wipes. It felt wasteful and always left residue on my face. I saw this on TikTok and NEEDED it. It was backordered but then I got an email saying it was in stock and I was SO excited. Not only is it affordable, but it's washable, which helps you save money and be less wasteful." —Kelsey B.
Get it from Amazon for $9.
Learn more about different kinds of eye drops and what they can do at Cleveland Clinic. Note that eye drops can potentially mask symptoms of eye conditions, so you should talk to your eye doctor about what's right for you. And according to Mayo Clinic, you should avoid redness-reducing drops if you're looking for dry eye relief.
Promising review: "I have a big spot of blood vessels in the inner corner of my left eye. I use the expensive lubricant eye drops for moisture — I've used Visine, Clear Eyes, you name it. No eye drop has made my eyes look this great. Only Lumify! I was soo happy when I looked in the mirror and saw some beauty in my eyes instead of darkness and redness." —Angela Leonard
Get it from Amazon for$11.97.
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The powder-based, benzene-free dry shampoo works just like spray formulas — apply to the area you're looking to refresh and then shake out excess powder with your fingertips or a brush.
Promising review: "Soooooo I was very skeptical about the product because all the photos I saw were people with finer hair so I wasn’t too sure it was gonna work for me, a woman of color, but let me tell you this works! I just got my hair done two days ago and I made a mistake putting something in it and it made it kind of greasy so I said "there has to be a solution for this" and I found this product. I just put it on and the results were great. This is definitely going to save me whenever this happens — especially btw washes." —jacqueline
Get it from Amazon for $18.
Promising review: "I just purchased my second broom, as my first lasted 7 years! This is the best thing I've ever used for dog hair." —Sarah Hellman
Get it from Amazon for $19.33 (available in eight configurations).
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Danjor Linens is a small business that specializes in bedding products for home and dorm use.
Promising review: "I sleep extremely hot. I always have issues with sheets and blankets, but with these sheets I sleep cool. I have a very thick memory foam mattress and it fit perfectly. They are so super soft, I truly love them. I noticed that when I washed them they got softer. I personally don’t use fabric softeners or bleach. I have used them for about a month now I am definitely going buy more." —Mel
Get it from Amazon for $28.99+(available in sizes Twin–California King and 10 colors).
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It's also great to use while scrolling in the bath so you don't get your phone wet — check it out in action on TikTok!
Promising reviews: "What a difference this makes. I'm usually TikTok-ing while in bed, and have my phone on a stand. Not having to raise my hand to scroll up or down is amazing!" —Phons S
"I use this just to scroll while reading on my iPad. It allows me to curl up in the blankets while I have my iPad in a holder. (It may be lazy, but I’m obsessed all the same.) Super comfortable to hold/wear around your finger. Was easy to connect with my iPad and definitely worth the money in my opinion." —Mandi Arnold
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in three colors).
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Promising review: "I wasn't sure what to expect when purchasing these, but now they are a staple in every room of our house. Within three days the air smelled more crisp and was easier to breathe in our home. So simple and effective!" —Haylee Marez
"We have these on every ceiling fan in our house and have noticed such a difference since installing them! There is less dust on our furniture, and the general air quality in our rooms has improved. There is no longer dust buildup on our fan blades. Super easy to install!" —Hannah McClam
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $21.99.
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Drop Stop is a small business that specializes in car accessories.
Promising review: "Somehow my phone manages to ALWAYS fall perfectly between the large gap between my console and seat. And MAN when I'm driving it is so frustrating, because I can NEVER reach it without stopping the car, because it's wayyyy under my seat. Before I ordered this I tried the traditional insert that is a popular solution because it gives you extra storage and such, but it didn't fit the gap, it was loose, sloppy and would literally slide forward with the brakes. UGH, Those are now sitting on my bar waiting to be gifted to some lucky person hopefully with a smaller gap. I immediately ordered these and love love love them!" —Ronald & Shannon White
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $24.99.
Promising review: "Best foot callus remover I have ever used! I read a lot of the reviews before purchasing this product. Most callus removers I have purchased in the past were not very effective. So, I was encouraged by the reviews. I saw that a lot of reviewers mentioned being very careful not to leave it on longer than three or four minutes. My feet were the softest they had ever been. Love love love." —Cheri whisker
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
This product is suitable for all curl types!
Ouidad is BIPOC- and woman-founded!
Promising review: "I live in Florida, and the humidity is awful. I have naturally curly hair and after a couple of hours outside, my hair is nothing but frizz. I used this for the first time yesterday and I really wish I'd found this sooner! My curls stayed defined after hours outside, with the breeze blowing! By the end of the night there was some frizz but this product reduced it by 75%–80%. Even this morning it is less frizzy than just a few hours without it. I will be buying again!" —Amanda
Get it from Amazon for $10+ (available in three sizes).
Check out aTikTok of the sunshade in action.
Promising review: "I purchased this windshield cover for our RV, it holds the heat out and covers the window completely! Well worth the money, it’s sturdy and the suction cups hold up for long periods of time!" —Allison
Get it from Amazon for $26.45+ (available in two styles).
Promising review: "I am pale and don't tan. I just burn and peel and am pale again. On other sunscreens I tried, I kept having to reapply every few hours even though they were SPF 70 and 80, and I hated how they smelled and made my skin feel like it was suffocating. This sunscreen is nothing like that. The smell isn't strong, it goes on much lighter, so my skin isn't suffocating, and I only have to apply it once a day to go to Disney. Love it!" —B_Z
Get it from Amazon for $8.88+ (available in three sizes and multipacks).
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