1. A sharp-looking, vintage-inspired desktop fan to keep you cool as you work, while also bringing some serious ~style~ to your workspace. This mini, two-speed pick from Vornado comes equipped not only with a pivoting head for multidirectional airflow, but also with tons of retro appeal.

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Promising review: “Nice desk fan! Great fan for my computer desk. Seems well-made and puts out a good amount of air. Love the retro look and color.” —Mad Mom

Price: $39.99 (available in two colors)

2. And a portable necklace fan that’ll make sure air stays circulating for you even when you’re on the go. Surprisingly fancy for its price and size, it includes three speed settings, and it’s even rechargeable via USB — no more scrounging around for your last set of AAs to power it.

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Promising review: “Nice little fan! I hook it up for my toddler when we go for little bike or stroller rides and he really enjoys it. I really like the green color, too.” —Kwatkins

Price: $14.99 (available in four colors)

3. A cooling towel to keep on hand during the hottest of days, because overheating is the worst. When it’s dry, this handy pick wicks sweat and moisture away quickly; dampen it with some water, though, and it’ll actually help cool you down quicker.

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Promising review: “My hubby and I took these on vacation and they were a lifesaver! We just wet them, wrung them out, and snapped them as instructed and we were able to manage high heat and humidity for hours at a zoo. I keep them in my purse now during the summer months.” —Green Angel 

Price: $9.99 

4. A set of reusable ice pop molds so you can have an icy treat whenever you want (well, whenever you want plus a few hours to account for the freezing process). These neat-o molds make fun, Ring Pop-shaped treats, too, giving you a little boost of childhood nostalgia while you’re at it.

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Just fill up each of the six molds with whatever you’d like — yogurt, fruit, juice, some kind of complicated but delicious recipe created by your favorite food blogger — and close the tops. Then, leave ‘em in your freezer for as long as it takes for them to, uh… freeze. Once they’re done, pull out your filled and frozen mold of choice, pop it open, and voila! Icy bliss is yours.

Promising review: “Great ice pop maker! Great concept! Easy to use, easy to wash, and we love the outcome! We experimented with premade smoothie mix, fresh lime, OJ, and lemonade. Our favorite has been fresh lime (with sugar and we decided the batch with NO pulp was best haha).” —Target customer

Price: $19.99

5. Or a lil’ soft-serve maker if your preferred cool-me-down treat leans more towards the spoonable than the pop-able. The machine — from Dash, the folks who make that ever-popular mini waffle iron — makes a mug-size serving with each batch. Who knew making ice cream (or sorbet, or gelato, or whatever your icy little heart desires!) at home could be so easy?

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Promising review: “Easy treat without taking up all the space in the freezer! I've been using this to make frozen yogurt — just add a little pudding mix and milk to Greek yogurt and churn for 15–20 minutes. So easy and a nice treat. I have a large ice cream maker and never use it because it takes up so much space in the freezer; I can never justify using it. This is not for people who want to make ice cream for a family, and it's not advertised as such. It's just a nice little treat maker and works great at that. I just wish I could buy a second cup since they take 24 hours to freeze and I don't want a second motor.” —Kay

Price: $21.99 (available in two colors)

6. A stick of anti-friction balm that’ll stop heat-fueled chafing in its tracks. Just apply a little of this soothing balm wherever you tend to experience discomfort — your thighs, your neck, the backs of your ankles or heels, you name it — and it’ll help everything, y'know, glide instead of stick.

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Promising review: “This worked well in Disney, with long days, lots of walking, and humid weather. Although I had to reapply once or twice, this seemed to work well against thigh chafing.” —Danielle535

Price: $9.99

7. And some “bust dust” anti-boob-sweat powder so your bra will stay miraculously un-swampy in the most soaring of temperatures. Talc-free and powered by soothing lavender and chamomile, this sprayable pick from Megababe fights dampness in even the sweatiest of places, keeping you dry and comfortable all day long. Sweat rash, begone!

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Promising review: “Best sweat prevention on the market! Game changer! This product is the best I’ve ever used for under-breast sweating and heat rash. It not only helps absorb but it prevents the sweating, rash, and odor problems. A little goes a long way, so no heavy powdering needed, and it lasts all day and night. The pump application is appreciated to keep you from using too much.” —Amy T

Price: $15.99

8. An insulated drink tumbler capable of keeping your beverages cold for hours. Hydration is key, especially when it’s blistering hot out… but no one likes to drink tepid water that’s been getting warmer as each minute ticks by. With this double-walled pick from Simple Modern, though, you can make sure your beverages stay icy until the very last drop. Problem solved!

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Promising review: “Great purchase! This tumbler is amazing! After 24 hours, I still had ice in my tumbler, and the water was ice cold. I love the pretty colors it comes in. Definitely worth getting. I love the fact that it’s dishwasher-safe. Put it in the dishwasher and it came out perfect!” —Suesue

Price: $22.94+ (available in nine colors)

9. Or a can cooler so versatile, it’ll work for almost all your picnic, poolside, or beach blanket faves — no matter what size or shape the can or bottle actually is. Thanks to the flexible design of this stainless-steel piece of insulated magic, it can adapt to fit regular cans, slim cans, and bottles — or you can even use it as an insulated tumbler all on its own. No more gross, warm sodas for you!

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Price: $14.99

10. AND a pair of lidded ice cube trays, because, I mean, what’s a cold, refreshing beverage without a couple of chilly cubes clinking around inside it? These trays from Oxo include lids to prevent spillage — but the real magic trick is this: The trays and lids are designed in such a way that you can release only the cubes you need at any given time, keeping the rest safely in the tray for a later drink.

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Promising review: “Literally a perfectly designed ice cube tray. The ice cubes release so easily, unlike my last one. Plus, if they get a little stuck, you can run them under water for a moment and they pop right out. Didn't know I needed it ’til I got it!” —Random Reviewer

Price: $10.99 for a pack of two

11. A pair of linen-blend trousers for those times when you need to look put-together, but absolutely CANNOT handle anything tight, constricting, or sweat-inducing. Loose, breathable wardrobe options are a must for summer — and these high-rise, straight-leg pants fit the casual-cool bill in more ways than one.

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Promising review: “Perfect fit! Love them! They are so flowy, perfect for casual work pants or beachy date vibes. Fits true to size.” —NR

Price: $35 (available in women's sizes 0–26 short, regular, and long, and five colors)

12. Or a linen-blend mini sundress, because when it’s really hot out, you do NOT want ANYTHING on your legs. AT ALL. In the immortal words of Emperor Kuzco, no touchy. That’s what this absolutely adorable sundress is for: It’s lightweight, it’s breathable, and — key point! — it lets your gams run free, literally and figuratively.

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Promising review: “Fit is perfect! I was worried it would be too short, but it hit right above my knee. Wore this to work and then to an after-work retirement party and got many compliments. Dress it up with simple jewelry!” —Othered

Price: $30 (available in women's sizes 2–26 and five colors)

13. A packable floppy straw hat that’s as chic as it is practical. Wide brimmed for sun protection, it'll keep those uncomfortable and damaging rays off your face — and because it collapses down, you can easily take it with you on all your summer adventures, no matter how far afield you might roam. Also, it’s adorable. Seriously. Just look at it. Ugh. So cute.

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Promising review: “Functional and pretty! Love the shape and it’s perfect for walking or going out on the boat.” —JR4stuff

Price: $10 (available in three colors)

14. A refreshing facial mist to soothe your sun-soaked skin and keep your mug hydrated. This spray from La Roche-Posay uses thermal spring water packed full of antioxidants and minerals to help calm parched, sensitive skin.

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Promising review: “Was skeptical to buy at first because I thought it’s just water in a can, but upon using it, I found it leaves my face feeling and looking TOTALLY different than it does with tap water. It’s so soothing and refreshing! I like to use it as a toner. Because my skin and I love this so much, I’ll continue to repurchase it. The price is worth it to me.” —Courtney

Price: $13.99

15. A handy window shade or two for your car, so you can keep your vehicle's interior cool even if it’s baking in the sun all day. This magnetic shade stretches to fit most passenger windows — even in SUVs! — keeping both harmful UV rays and unbearable blasts of heat out.

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Promising review: “Worth it! I got this after reading a few reviews, and it is worth it! It depends on what kind of vehicle/windows you have, but I was able to make mine fit pretty well on a Jeep Grand Cherokee. It has little tabs on it so you can adjust it smaller or bigger on your window. I folded in a couple of the magnets to make it a little smaller as well. You do need to have exposed metal to be able to make it stick the best, and the magnets are quite strong. I never had a problem opening and closing my door with the magnets in place. We like being able to put the window down on nice days while having the shade still on. We also like being able to move it to a different window or vehicle in a pinch if needed!” —JPete13

Price: $18.99 per shade

16. A set of moisture-wicking bed sheets that’ll help you stay comfortable while you snooze in the summer heat. Designed to pull moisture away from your skin, these lightweight, microfiber sheets can work wonders when it comes to making sure you’re not constantly waking up in a pool of your own sweat (yuck).

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Promising review: “I'm a hot sleeper and I hate waking up in soaked sheets. These somehow keep me cool while having a pleasant weight to them. They feel expensive. So far, they're holding up to washing well. I just purchased a second set because I find myself washing the ones I have constantly, just so I can use them again! The ivory color is genuinely ivory too, not too yellow.” —Target reviewer

Price: $27.99+ (available in sizes Twin–California King and four colors)

17. And a cooling duvet insert for those of us who NEED the weight of a blanket to sleep comfortably, but who also run stupidly hot at the best of times, let alone during the warmer months. (Hi, hello, it’s me, I’m talking about me, although possibly also you, too, fellow oh-no-I-am-a-furnace-when-I-sleep friends.)

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This all-season down-alternative pick from Casaluna has some wacky cooling technology on one side that really, really helps pull heat away from the body, making for an ideal sleeping environment all summer long — and all year long, too.  

Promising review: “Great buy! I thought that the duvet was too warm, but if you turn it over, the duvet is cool to the touch. I am sleeping better and waking up less since I’m not hot. It was also important to me to find a fluffy duvet, as most lightweight duvets are flat. This one is fluffy, cool, and comfy. I love it.” —Tsarder

Price: $129+ (available in sizes Full/Queen and King)

18. AND a cool-touch pillow so your noggin won’t overheat in the middle of the night, either. Bonus: It’s machine-washable, because, I mean, you are washing your pillows every so often, right? Right???

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PSA: Please wash your pillows every now and again. At least blast 'em through the dryer on occasion. Especially if you, like me, run hoooooot while you sleep. That accumulated bacteria's gotta go, friends.

Anyway, cooling pillows are great, highly recommend, excellent idea from the bedding industry. Thank you for coming to my TED talk.

Promising review: “My husband and I LOVE these pillows! The cooling technology truly works — pillows stay chilled all night. Perfect firmness and very well made. Great value!” —Katie

Price: $15+ (available in sizes standard and king)

19. A surprisingly classy inflatable fountain pool, because who says kiddie pools have to be, well, only for the kiddies? This pretty pearlescent pool is legit big enough for two adults to sit in. And those built-in fountain jets at the back? *Chef’s kiss*

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Promising review: “Pretty pool for summer cool! This kiddie (or adult) pool is so pretty! I love the pearlescent color and scalloped backrest. It makes me feel like I’m in The Birth of Venus. It takes a while to inflate and set up. I tried blowing it up with a hair dryer on cool (as the instructions suggested) to see if it would work, and it did, though an air pump would be faster. The water hoses came slightly kinked, which reduced the water flow a bit, but I did my best to straighten them out. Overall, this is a fun, impressively sized pool, and it’s pretty cool that it has a water feature built in.” —laurelmailcall

Price: $42.49 (originally $49.99)

20. An impossibly cute cabana umbrella that’ll provide both shade and style for your outdoor spaces. This outdoor 'brelly boasts a crank-lift system for easy raising and lowering of the canopy. And if the sun moves while you lounge? Not a problem — it also tilts, so you can adjust the angle of the shade as needed to account for the shifting light.

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Don’t forget to grab yourself an umbrella base while you’re at it — you’ll need one to get this set up. 

Promising review: Perfect patio umbrella! Love that this umbrella has the tilt feature, and was pleasantly surprised by the wood-tone pole. Very cute and well made.” —Lsmith

Price: $90 (available in four colors)

21. A hard-sided 14-can cooler perfect for picnicking, beach-going, or just those long and lazy lounging-outside-on-your-patio-with-your-friends-because-why-the-heck-not days. It might not be fancy, but it’s still just darling — and nothing beats being able to reach into a fun cooler to grab your icy cold beverage of your choice hour after hour on those long, hot summer days, am I right?

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Promising review: “Great! Love this little cooler! It’s lightweight and ice stays frozen for hours even in the 95-degree weather at the beach!” —Lyndzie

Price: $10 (available in three colors)

22. Or an overwhelmingly adorable lil’ personal cooler if you’d rather do your warm-weather lounging in solitude. Just big enough for me, myself, and I, plus one to spare, this soft-sided, insulated pick holds up to four cans. Perfect!

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Promising review: “Sooo cute! This little cooler is absolutely adorable! It's perfect when you only need a small little cooler. The colors are so bright and cheery! I love this cute lil’ cooler! Nice quality, too!” —Target shopper

Price: $5 (available in three colors)

23. An ice roller, because nothing beats the heat like a blast of cold applied directly to your way-too-warm skin. Keep this stainless steel roller in the freezer and it’ll always be ready to help cool you down — or depuff your eyes, or soothe bug bites, or solve any number of other summer ills.

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Promising review: “Own one and gifted two! Months of triple-digit temps here in the West Valley of Arizona are wicked. No, make that brutal. Nothing feels cooler or more refreshing on your face than a skincare roller — right out of the freezer! EcoTools has a beautiful line of budget-friendly skincare tools. This ice roller makes a nice gift for folks who wish to improve their lymphatic drainage. Helps your skincare products to absorb better, as well.” —Melanie

Price: $11.99

24. And a cooling gel bead eye mask for those times when it’s too hot to do anything but lie down in a quiet room with the lights off. Just keep it stashed in the freezer and it’ll be all ready to help cool you down when you’ve overdone it in the sun a little bit.

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Bonus: It’s great for allergies, dry eyes, and a variety of other ailments, too — and you can use it heated, if you need something to warm you up or soothe your face in the colder months, too. Love a good multi-tasker.

Promising review: “Great eye coverage! This eye mask provides full coverage for the eyes and is simply the best when left in the freezer and used in the morning for puffy eyes. It also provides great eye relief when suffering from allergies. I use mine every day.” —LJMN

Price: $8.79

25. And lastly, a Keurig Hyper Chiller that’ll turn hot coffee into iced coffee in a mere 60 seconds. It is a game changer for any highly caffeinated individual who haaaaaaates summer grossness. No more needing to go outside (outside! In the heat!) to run to the coffee shop; you’ve got all your iced coffee bases covered without ever needing to leave the house!

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Just stash the Hyper Chiller in the freezer, then pull it out and either a) pour your freshly brewed hot coffee into it, or b) put it in your actual Keurig machine where you’d usually put your cup and brew the coffee directly into it. Within about a minute, the Hyper Chiller will have turned your hot coffee into a cool, cold treat. Iced coffee lovers of the world, rejoice.

Promising review: “Iced fast! Amazing for iced coffee! If you are a coffee enthusiast, and you don’t own this, I’m asking myself why! It’s so easy to use and fast to chill.” —kimann115

Price: $18.79

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