This List Of Products Is For Anyone Who 1.) Hates Being Hot And 2.) Hates Being In The Sun
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Promising review: "I got this for a week-long beach trip, and it did not disappoint. This thing is super easy to put up and has plenty of space for the littles to play in the shade. I didn’t worry even once about the wind snatching this thing up. It was super sturdy with the sandbags filled. 10/10." —Madison H.
Get it from Amazon for $89.95+ (available in three sizes and four colors).
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Promising review: "As someone with super acne-prone skin, I loveeeeee this product. My skin feels glowy and cool, and I do feel like it’s eliminating excess oil and helping with minor acne. I have really picky skin and will break out within about 1–2 days if a product doesn’t work for me. This has been a great addition to my routine, and I will continue to repurchase. It is definitely cooling. It has a tingly sensation in or out of the fridge, and I’m really enjoying it so far. I tried it a few days ago after moving a bunch of luggage. I was so hot (Los Angeles is 100+ degrees lately), and it felt like an amazing pick-me-up to get me through before I had the opportunity for a shower." —alyshatucker
Get it from Sephora for$38.
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Promising review: "I’ve been meaning to get something like this for years. Our patio has no cover at all, especially in early spring when the leaves aren’t back. The sun is unbearable at times. We bought the install kit and used it to attach the two sides to the house and used a ratchet strap to attach the other end to a tree on the other side of the patio. So far it’s holding up well. We added lights which makes it super cozy at night and completely changes the feel of our patio." —Kaitlyn Tugend
Get it from Amazon for $20.98+ (available in 14 colors, two shapes, 22 standard sizes, and a variety of custom sizes).
Banana Boat
P.S. It's water resistant up to 80 minutes!
Promising review: "This spray is my favorite sunscreen. I keep it in the garage and use before I do yardwork. I live in Arizona, so I need great sun protection. Not only does the sunscreen work, but I love the way it sprays out cool (another advantage in AZ). It's easy to put on and not greasy at all. I've had problems with some sunscreens that drip into my eyes when I sweat (remember, this is AZ), but that's not the case with the coolzone spray. Two thumbs up!" —Rick in AZ
Get a set of two from Amazon for $19.83.
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Promising review: "This is my favorite after-sun lotion. The smell is amazing and very summery. The lotion is great for the cooling effect it has on the skin, and I feel like putting it on is taking a giant gulp of water for my skin. It is instantly super hydrating. I also love that it is so lightweight on the skin and sinks in quickly. It doesn’t leave any oily or sticky feeling on the skin either and doesn’t stain clothes." —Elizabeth Stephenson
Get an 8-ounce bottle from Amazon for $12.99(available in two sizes and a gel version).
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These cooling body wipes also contain aloe vera, jojoba, chamomile, and cucumber extracts to help soothe the skin and prevent irritation.
Promising review: "Too tired to take a shower after a hot and humid 12-hour flight, I pulled a few of these from my suitcase and they did just the trick to cool me off (I shook them out a few times to get that cooling effect). They definitely cleaned up the 'pits, tits, and naughty bits' as a 'dry shower,' making me feel human enough to fall asleep." —elizabeth snyder
Get a 45 wipes (three packs with 15 each) from Amazon for $39.99(also available in other pack sizes).
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BuzzFeeder Tasia Bass says: "Look, summers are hot here, and I do not like fighting mosquitoes to walk down the street to go get a milkshake or a slush. Enter: this slush cup. It is one of those things that I didn't know I was gonna use as much as I do. PLUS IT'S ONLY ONE DISH! It's just so simple to use — just pour your drink in and stir — and within minutes you'll have a delicious slush or milkshake. I tend to leave mine in the freezer until I want to use it, and I've never had an issue. Also, my mom got so jealous when she came to visit and saw my cup, so I ended up getting her one too. I also use their ice coffee cup when I am being impatient and don't want to wait for ice to cool down my coffee."
Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in two sizes, eight colors, and as sets).
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This weatherproof fan has a fully sealed and permanently lubricated industrial motor to protect it against wetness.
Promising review: "Great fan at a good price! I bought this fan for my backyard to help circulate the air in hot days and to help deter mosquitoes at night around the firepit. This fan worked perfectly. It has three speeds, the highest of which is super strong. The fan at high speed is a bit noisy, but nothing unexpected of a powerful fan. It is also 100% waterproof, which is a must. My only minor issues would be 1) it would be nice if the fan came with a cover for when it’s not used (I bought 20-inch tire storage covers to do the job), and 2) the fan is only adjustable up and down not side to side — if they could make it oscillate that would be great. Having said that, I would recommend this fan for sure and would not hesitate to buy it again." —Bigdad
Get it from Amazon for $65.99+ (available in two sizes and an indoor style).
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I started using this cream during the warmer months here in Atlanta, and it's honestly wild how cooling this is on your face. This is the first ever cooling skincare product I've tried, and it legit feels cold on your face. I lowkey get goosebumps whenever I apply it because it's that refreshing. It's also very light and a little goes a looong way (I made the mistake of putting too much on the first time and looked like an overly glazed donut). I haven't tried it yet, but I bet storing this in the fridge would make it feel even more amazing.
Promising review: "Love this stuff! I'm on my second jar. It's very soothing and tackles breakouts by reducing and soothing them in just a few days. It's very hydrating without leaving a greasy feeling, and absorbs quickly. It's also lightweight. It has a slight scent, but it hasn't irritated my sensitive skin. Honestly, one of the best and most effective skincare products I've found." —Bevin
Get it from Amazon for $36.
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: "I am elderly and live in Texas where we have 100+ degree heat on a daily basis in the summer. This is, hands down, the best and most powerful fan I have experienced. I love it so much that I bought a second one for my sister who is heat sensitive. She got rid of the two tower fans she was using as this fan cooled her room." —TJ
Get it from Amazon for $89.99+ (available in three colors as well as a smart Wi-Fi model).
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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 nine colors).
Promising review: "These shades work great. With a freshly cleaned window they stick to the glass quickly, even in Arizona. They fold up easily and stay on indefinitely." —Brad
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $12.99 (also available in an animal design).
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Promising review: "Love that I don't have to dig one out from behind a seat or something. You just grab the tab and pull it over to connect to the cup on the driver's side. Reduces the amount of heat in my car, steering wheel and surfaces are cool to the touch after a 90–100-degree day. Caution: When disconnecting, hang on to the tab and slowly put it back into the closed position otherwise you will mess up the accordion folds." —millie snow
Get it from Amazon for $26.45+ (available in two colors/sizes and a pack of two).
Promising review: "Water sports shoes save the bottom of my feet from being torn up by the pebble tech on the floor of my pool. It also protects feet from the intense Arizona heat on pool decks (yes, even pool decks get extremely hot in Arizona). I will definitely wear them when at the beach — walking on sand and in the ocean." —noslip
Get them from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in women's sizes 4–13.5, men's sizes 3–12, and various designs).
The rechargeable fan lasts for up to 16 hours, and it has five 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 is a lightweight fan that produces a strong breeze. Even if it is only moving hot air, at least it helps keep you cool. It was nearly 90 degrees the day that I used it and it lasted for at least 9 hours. Highly recommended for theme parks or other locations where there's little shade and lots of heat!" —Blondegrandma
Get it from Amazon for $27.19+ (available in five colors).
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It also comes with a necklace strap so you can wear it around your neck! When you *do* need to recharge it, it'll be fully charged and ready to go again in just 3–4 hours.
Promising review: "I referee outside and I buy tons of gadgets to help deal with this summer heat. Well my wife started walking a lot and I noticed she was sweating a ton, so I bought this for her and decided to get one myself too. I have a neck fan, but if it's super hot you'll feel a breeze, but it won't be as cold as you'd want. This item blows cold air all the time. The trick is to make sure you have good spacing between your shirt and body to get the best breeze. I've found that it works best on my back. When I use it on the front, I have to be mindful of the angle, I have a small gut, that can block the good flowing air. When positioned right, it works wonders in the heat and will keep you cool. I highly recommend this and may buy another for myself." —Terrance Thomas
Get it from Amazon for $18.99.
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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 event 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 colors and two sizes).
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Promising review: "I bought these for my floor vents to keep the AC and heat from going up the curtains and window. I can feel the cool air on my legs from more than four feet away! The magnets are plenty strong enough to keep it in place on the floor and the plastic is thick and sturdy. I'm ordering more of these now that I have tried the first ones." —K.P.
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $8.99 (also available in packs of four and six).
Promising review: "I purchased these for every room in my house, they completely block out the light and heat. I live in Florida, so the AC is running 24/7, and after purchasing these, my electric bill went down about 25%. These are honestly such a smart investment if you’re looking to sleep in or cool your house down. I feel like an idiot for not buying them sooner." —Lucinda
Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in various sizes and colors).
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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
Get it from Amazon for $41.99+ (available in four colors).
Promising review: "I got these to make ice cubes that I could fit into hot water bottles to make 'cold water bottles.' I'm in the big heat wave and it's been over 100 every day for the last week, with no sign of it letting up any time soon. These are quick and easy and the cold water bottles have been the only thing helping me sleep in a room anywhere between 80–90 degrees at night. I love the lids! It makes my ice trays easy to stack and more secure. I wish all ice trays came with lids like this!" —AJ Stark
Get a set of three from Amazon for $9.99+ (available with or without covers, and packs of two or four)
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The mister comes with an interchangeable flower-shaped misting head for a fun, whimsical detail.
Promising review: "I didn't really expect this mister to be worth anything, but I was really wrong. I live in South Texas, so I purchased a canopy for my western facing patio and it was still to hot to sit outside. I thought I would give this a try and I couldn't believe it. We sat outside on a 98 degree day all afternoon with just this mister! It works perfect and well worth every penny I paid for it. If this one ever breaks, I will buy another one right away. It can be adjusted to how much mist come out. Even my dogs sit out under the canopy and let the mister spray them. I would never have another summer without one." —Sheila
Get it from Amazon for $24.98 (colors may vary).
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Promising review: "It gets to be over 100 degrees in the summer where I live. These come in handy when working in the yard, at the beach or even at the county fair when it's super hot. What a relief these are to use when the weather is hot. I've purchased these many times because I always seem to give them out especially to those that work outside in the heat (mail carrier, pool guy, landscaper...) and they are always very appreciative." —Realfoodmama
Get a set of four from Amazon for $17.99 (available in 12 color sets).
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Promising review: "This is an excellent ice pack for injuries, but I also found it to be surprisingly useful when it was really hot this summer and the power was out as a result of a recent hurricane. Sitting and lying on the ice pack really cooled me down and felt amazing!! At the time, I wished that I had bought more than one." —E. J. Tompkins
Get it from Amazon for $27.99 (also available in four smaller sizes).
Promising review: "I suffer from migraines, occasionally, and a friend suggested I try this mask. I’m so glad I did!!! I didn’t even put it in the fridge/freezer to get cold. The coolness alone worked well for me! I highly recommend this, not just for headaches, but even for those hot summer days & nights to just cool yourself off." —Alohapeg
Get it from Amazon for $27.95+ (available in five colors).
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Promising review: "I ordered these because I saw them on TikTok. I ordered an extra large and they are perfect! They cover everything and are not too short. I highly recommend them, especially for the price!" —MagnoliaBliss
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in women's sizes S–XXL and 27 colors).
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This mini fan is also a flashlight and a portable charger.
BuzzFeed Shopping writer Gabriela Manjarrez never travels without this: “You know how everyone has those little items that are permanently in their carry-on bag? This is one of them for me. Being able to get some nice airflow wherever I go has been so amazing, I can never go back. And not even just for travel! I also take it to amusement parks, on hikes, and even use it throughout my makeup routine to help set products in place. Plus, the battery life is top-tier."
Promising review: "Our vacation planner suggested getting something like this for when you're waiting in line at an amusement park when the sun is out. Best advice ever. I used this when we were at Disney this past year. It's lightweight and doesn't weigh you down. The fan has adjustable speeds and also includes a phone charger via USB A port and a flashlight function. Love that it folds up nice and small, great fan that I'd recommend to anyone!" —Andrew
Get it from Amazon for $14.38+ (available in three colors).
Vimhue / Etsy
Vimhue is an Arizona-based, woman-owned small business that specializes in uniquely engineered running hats.
Promising reviews: "Amazing hat. Super comfortable, even in the high heat of Arizona. I will definitely be getting more!" —Melodie Dies
"Love this hat so much! I already ordered another one in a different color for myself and one for a friend! I live in Texas near the Gulf and it’s summer — really humid and really hot. I walk 3–4 miles outside most days and I’d been wishing for a hat that allowed for a high ponytail so I could keep my hair off my neck to not get as hot/sweaty. Decided to Google it and found this and was thrilled! The X straps are easy to adjust and it fits great and is breathable. And it’s super cute!" —mlp06h
Get it from Vimhue on Etsy for $29.50 (available in 20 colors).
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Promising review: "If you have night sweats, you need to buy these sheets. I do and I bought a set. Oh my, I just love them. Not only are they soft, but they also seem to be cooling too. No more night sweats for me." —Linda Leynes
Get it from Amazon for $43.99+ (available in sizes twin–Cal. king and in 26 colors).
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It's foldable, so it's easily packable and won't take up much room!
Promising review: "I’m sure this is what they mean by hot girl summer. I’m a teacher and I do carpool/recess every day and have thick hair and a big ol' head, and I got the large. This is such a lifesaver!!! I have tan lines and just got sick of getting burned/exhausted from the sun and heat every day. Seriously the best thing ever. It’s so wide, it even keeps the sun off my chest. Love!!!!" —S
Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (available in sizes M–XL and in eight colors).
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This bottle is BuzzFeed Shopping editor Maitland Quitmeyer's go-to: "It claims to keep ice for over 24 hours! The tapered base is also cupholder friendly, and the whole darn thing is dishwasher safe, too! Let me tell you, this is my new favorite water bottle. I can lock the lid with a quick twist, and throw it sideways in any tote and not even think *twice* about it leaking at all!"
Promising review: "I have tried them all...and this is my favorite. The straw is always out and ready to drink. No having to flip it open, and it doesn't spill. I love having a handle to pick it up and carry it by. The color selection is the best, so many great choices! Keeps my water cold and full of ice for hours. I love the metal straw as well. Very functional!" —Josie
Get it from Amazon for $44.99+ (available in 21 colors and two sizes).
Each box lasts two months!
Promising review: "For anyone who might be a skeptic, please allow me to put you at ease. If you have hyperhidrosis, meaning it can be 9 degrees outside and you're still sweating under your arms, this product has the potential to change your life. I would sweat THROUGH a sport coat before noon. Enter the Sweat Block product. I've had it for three weeks, and it is life-changing. I DO NOT sweat under my arms anymore. I'm still on the original box that I bought three weeks ago. I had to write a review after I was cleaning the garage today in 85-degree heat...I was sweating through my shirt on my back...BUT NOT MY UNDERARMS. It is amazing!" —Frosty McGee
Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in packs of two or three boxes).
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Promising review: "I have a naturally oily complexion. If I put anything on like foundation, concealer, highlighter, blush, bronzer (even with putty primer, finishing powder, and setting spray), I get oil buildup within a couple of hours. This stick worked so well. I put my full face of makeup on at 7 a.m., had a presentation at 1 p.m.. Used this through the morning and right before my presentation, and my makeup looked so good. Highly recommend!" —Molly
Get it from Amazon for $7.75.
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