Yes, These 34 Items Are Pretty Much Essential During This Time Of Year
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Tower 28 is an LA-based, Asian woman-owned small business creating vegan and cruelty-free beauty products for all skin types.
Promising review: "This product is so amazing for when your skin feels like it’s burning or it’s irritated. It has such a calming factor to it, and I really like the 'saltwater' scent." —kealsc
Get it from Tower 28 on Amazon for $12+ (available in two sizes) or Sephora for $12+ (available in three sizes).
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Promising review: "Doesn’t disrupt nearby plants. For weeds with long roots like bindweed, follow along the weed's root. You’ll get a feel for it with practice. The tip has a sharper angle than my last one, so it's good for cutting the roots of shallow-rooted plants. It’s a game changer, for sure. Good, sturdy, well-made, and has a comfortable handle." —Hanna
Get it from Amazon for $13.83.
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Grampa's Gardenware Co. is a family-owned small business that makes products that make the gardening, weeding, or harvesting of your land a little easier.
Promising review: "Oh my god, I friggin' love this tool. I bought this on a whim, given that my husband and I bought our first house and know nothing about caring for a yard, and boy, has it come in handy. Our new house had a ton of weeds in the front yard, and this tool helped me get most of them out in no time. In fact, the process of yanking out the weed was strangely satisfying! I don't think anyone can say that weeding is fun, but this tool made it as close to fun as you can get." —JG
Get it from Amazon for $39.97.
Allclair is a small business! Read more about aromatherapy and its potential benefits for nausea at Johns Hopkins.
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).
UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) is a measure of how much UV radiation reaches your skin through a fabric. UPF 50 means it's designed to block 98% of the sun's rays.
Promising review: "I was impressed with how effective this little cloth was in actually keeping me cool during an outdoor music festival in Texas heat! Stayed damp for a long time and is a good size for draping over your shoulders or wrapping around your neck." —Maria Hubbell
Get it from Amazon for $8.95+ (available in eight colors and in packs of three).
Promising review: "We bought this for a rather large umbrella over our table in the backyard and used it for the first time last night. We were less concerned about mosquitoes because we have a service to eliminate them — it's the bees that were disturbing our outdoor meals and events. My wife hosted a few friends last night, and they all fell in love with this. They've all been fighting with bees lately, and they were not bothered once by any bugs. Every friend bought the netting on the spot – you're welcome to the company that manufactures this product. Also, when you're inside the netting sitting on chairs, it's almost as if the netting is invisible; most of the time, you can't tell whether it's even there, especially at night." —Sara Olshansky
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in black and white).
You'll get one device and six glue cards.
Promising review: "I'm really happy with this fly trap. It has been a great solution for getting rid of the annoying gnats and flies in my home. The lamp's light is very effective at attracting the insects, and the sticky surface does an excellent job of trapping them. I appreciate the fact that it's a chemical-free product. This makes it safe to use around my family and pets. It's not too big or bulky, and it fits well in any room. It's a great product, and I would definitely recommend it to others who are looking for an effective and safe way to control indoor insects." —Victoria Stilson
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
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These treats were made with medium-sized dogs and puppies in mind.
Promising reviews: "My dog loves these, and he can be snobby about his snacks. They freeze quickly (about three hours). It took my dog about 10 to 15 minutes to eat, but he's a super-chewer. It's a perfect treat for hot days! I have added these to my Subscribe & Save order." —Jennifer
"My dog usually devours any treat (including Greenies) in seconds. This kept her busy for 10+ minutes! Aside from some drool, there was no mess (aka they don’t melt all over the place). We will be trying some of the other flavors." —Gretchen Schramm-Davis
Get it from Amazon for $6.59+ (available in eight flavors).
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Lion Latch is a small biz! And if you have sporty kids, you should know that many parent reviewers say this helps keep their kids' valuables safe since they can't play while wearing them.
Promising review: "I love these. They are perfect for the gym or a hike. You don't have to worry about losing your ring. This gives me peace of mind, especially because I lost my engagement ring once before." —Amber Smith
Get it from Amazon for $17.95+ (available in 10 colors and in packs of three).
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And many reviewers claim this is a better version of the Lulu Align bra...just sayin'.
Promising review: "LOVE. It is super comfortable to wear and is great for supporting my chest when I go on a run. Doesn't collect sweat. Very nice and cool material for hotter environments. I have it is so many colors because I love them so much. HIGHLY recommend!" —Cheyenne
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in women's sizes XS–3XL and 29 colors).
Read more about tea tree oil and acne at Mayo Clinic.
Promising review: "This stuff is my FAVORITE !!! I get KP (bumpy skin) and breakouts on my rear, and this has made my skin noticeably softer, and the breakouts have been controlled! I use it morning and evening currently. I’ve even been traveling in 95-degree weather with sweat, and usually, that’d break my skin out more, but NOPE!!!! Not with this stuff 💯 I’ve tried sooo many products before without help. I will be repurchasing!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
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Quitch is a small business founded by moms who were tired of using bug spray on their kids! Adult reviewers are loving 'em, too!
Promising review: "I was honestly skeptical about buying these. My son (15 months) is too little for Benadryl or any anti-itch cream, so I bought them for our upcoming camping trip to try. Little did I know, they would come in handy sooner! My son got bitten by a mosquito near his eye. This caused major swelling and irritation. As mentioned, he’s too little for medicine. I put a patch on, and the results speak for themselves. I’m amazed, and they helped my son not scratch the area. They’re so little and super sticky, he doesn’t even notice it’s on. I added a photo of the patch about five hours after application, and you can see how full it is. I will definitely be purchasing again!" —Sierra
Get a 27-pack from Amazon for $9.95 (available in more multipacks).
Promising review: "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. It arrived Monday and Tuesday morning. I woke up with a bug bite on my arm, so I used this little tool (three times per the instructions), and immediately after use, it stopped itching! Less than 24 hours later, the bite was gone! There is a very faint red mark from using the thing, but it's 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 four colors).
The liners come with trimming guidelines so that you can cut the insert to your desired size.
Promising review: "My shoes get so sweaty, and these flat socks make them wearable in the hot Texas summer! I already bought another pair! They have already been washed, and they are still perfect." —lane hardgrave
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes [fits women's sizes 6–13] and four colors).
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Promising review: "This is a game changer! It's the perfect companion for those long summer evenings spent outdoors. The citronella and cedar wood formula effectively repels mosquitoes, allowing me to enjoy my backyard without the constant annoyance of buzzing insects. The clean-burning formula produces minimal smoke and soot, making it a pleasant experience. Plus, the easy-pour bottle makes refilling my torches a breeze. If you're looking to reclaim your outdoor space, I highly recommend this product!" —Jose A. Acevedo
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in three sizes).
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BuzzFeed writer Jenae Sitzes swears by this stuff:
"I first put this setting spray to the test for a wedding that involved taking several trains in and out of Manhattan on a hot day and being in crowded rooms where airflow was ~limited~. As such, I was sweating up a storm, but my makeup looked *flawless* by the time I got home that night. Soon after that event, I put it to an even bigger task: surviving sweat, tears, and 12 hours of wear for the Taylor Swift Eras Tour. My makeup look was done by 2 p.m., and it stayed completely intact (minus the lipstick I purposefully wiped off while scarfing down post-concert pizza) until the time I got home just after 2 a.m. Here's what it endured during that timespan: multi-leg public transportation to and from the venue, waiting in lines under the blazing sun to get in, several meals and drinks, jumping, screaming, and literally full-on crying a number of times during the show.
"Most recently, I wore it to the Governors Ball music festival, where I was very concerned about my carefully crafted Chappell Roan-inspired eyeshadow look [pictured above] lasting all day under the very, VERY hot sun — and was pleased with how well my makeup held up. I now own this stuff in both a full- and travel-size. It dries on your face quickly and doesn't feel heavy or sticky (it doesn't feel like anything at all, TBH), and it's caused no issues for my dry, sensitive skin. It's been a complete game changer, especially during the hotter months, and I can't recommend it more!"
Get it from Amazon or Sephora for $18+ (available in two sizes).
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Promising review: "We all loved the name brand 'G' for the brightening/blurring effect it had until they changed the formula. This product is AMAZING and for less than half the price! Out of the box, I tried this on my face with no makeup on, and I was VERY pleasantly surprised at how well it blurred fine lines/wrinkles." —Pixie Girl
Get it from Amazon for $25.
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Promising reviews: "So cute, my granddaughters loved them on the beach to collect shells. Easy to shake sand out." —Lori
"Love these. They are so cute, and the scoops are sturdy!" —Tisha McMurray
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in four color combinations).
Dune Suncare is a small business making products to help you keep your skin safe from the sun's harmful rays.
Promising review: "This stuff is absolutely great. I'm a little darker, so I never really cared for sunscreen too much, especially since most of it is pasty and leaves white casts. As I get older, I try to use sunscreen more often for wrinkles and whatnot. My wife put me on to gel facial sunscreen, and this inspired me to try and find gel body sunscreen. I found this as a possible solution and bought a bottle for a Bali trip, and this worked amazingly. Absorbs quickly, goes on clear, smells good, and keeps me protected. I didn't have any issues related to burning, just make sure to apply based on directions, and a little goes a long way." —streetsurfer9000
Get it from Amazon for $19.96.
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PSA: There's a chance that the included Velcro-like adhesive can become dirt-traps when the filters are removed. Also, some reviewers wrote that the adhesive peeled the finish off of their fan during removal. If you’re scared of that happening, you can install these filters with Command strips instead!
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
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $21.99.
Promising review: "As a parent, I’ve learned that you need a survival kit for trips to places like Disney, and this fan is now officially a part of mine. We were in the middle of a scorching hot day at Disney World; my kid was melting down (as kids tend to do when they’re 97% sweaty). Enter this little fan. First off, it’s battery-operated, so you don’t have to worry about hunting down a charger when you’re halfway across the park. And the rechargeable USB feature is a lifesaver. It clipped right onto the stroller, and suddenly, my child was as cool as a cucumber." —Quoleo
Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in four colors).
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Promising review: "So much fun on a summer evening. Easy to light, empty, and clean. Smokeless, unless your fire is not lighting. No difference I can tell from the Solo Stove, excellent quality. Gives off a good amount of heat, too." —S Robles
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in two sizes and four colors).
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Promising review: "I have super oily skin and am always looking for something to help control it during the day. The linen squares are good, but you have to keep them around (and keep replacing them), and they end up in the landfill. This little contraption really works, and I just rinse it at the end of the day and start over again the next. I kept one on my desk and bought a second for my purse. This is magic for my shiny skin, especially on camera in my hours of Zoom every day." —Jennifer Helseth
Get it from Amazon for $8.04.
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Promising review: "I have always suffered from bad odor on my underarms since I have very delicate skin, so I can't use strongly scented deodorants. I'm always trying out cream deodorant or gels, but it either irritates my skin or it doesn't stop my bad odor. THIS IS THE BEST INVENTION EVER. I LOVE IT! I can't believe that something finally works! My armpits don't smell bad. I can finally move my arms freely. The scent is wonderful; I love the smell, and it's not harsh on my skin. Even after a long day, my underarms are still smelling like coconut." —Vicky Reyes
Get it from Amazon for $9.
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Promising review: "If you're in search of a comfortable and reasonably priced sandal, I highly recommend giving these a try. They offer unparalleled comfort, durability, and style at a fraction of the cost compared to other brands. Don't let the affordable price fool you; these sandals are a true gem. Say goodbye to sore feet and hello to the perfect summer companion. Trust me, you won't be disappointed." —Henry green
Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in women's sizes 6–11, two strap styles, and in 13 colors).
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UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) is a measure of how much UV radiation reaches your skin through a fabric. UPF 50 means it's designed to block 98% of the sun's rays.
Promising review: "We overnighted this for our beach trip this weekend after reading a ton of reviews, and I’m so glad we did.
"Pros: It’s lightweight, no rusting, and sturdy even on a windy day (it’s the beach, of course, it’s windy). It was soooo easy to take down and pack up, and it has great coverage!!
"Cons: It took more time (lots of sand digging) to set up than a regular canopy. I watched the videos beforehand, and once we figured it out, it was very easy. We’ve been here for five-plus hours, and it hasn’t moved! Would definitely recommend! We’ve been through so many canopies in the past, and I’m hopeful this one will last a long while!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $89.95+ (available in three sizes and four colors).
FYI, depending on your situation, water may be enough to rehydrate you! Read more about electrolyte-enhanced drinks and hydration at Cleveland Clinic.
Psst — it's also gluten-free, soy-free, and dairy-free, and available in sugar-free flavors.
Promising review: "Liquid I.V. does an amazing job hydrating. I purchase their product for 40+ employees who work in a construction-related industry. Hydration is so important while working in the hot Georgia sun, and this product aids in this 100%. Now, let’s talk about the firecracker flavor! When we produced these for our crew, ages 23–60, all of their eyes lit up, and they were super excited. Many of them did not know this flavor existed. Quite honestly, I didn’t either until I came across them on Amazon. They all loved the flavor. In particular, the ones who were older kept telling me it tasted like their childhood. Seriously, who hasn’t stood outside an ice cream truck ordering the Firecracker Popsicle?" —Disney Diva
Get a 16-pack from Amazon for $21.11+ (available in 14 flavors).
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Promising reviews: "It’s the best product I’ve found so far that humidity-proofs my hair without leaving it 'crunchy' for a price that’s affordable. For reference, I have naturally curly, thick hair. Love, love, love this product! Five stars!" —Lokiamus
"I've struggled with frizzy hair for years, but this has been a game-changer for me. A few drops of this lightweight serum applied to damp hair before styling tames frizz instantly, leaving my hair smooth, shiny, and incredibly manageable. The argan oil infusion adds a touch of nourishment and helps to prevent future frizz. I'm so happy I finally found a product that actually works to control my unruly hair!" —Kleo
Get it from Amazon for $6.79 (also available in multipacks).
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Promising review: "If you like to wear your hair down in a part, if you have a middle part when you wear your hair up, if you have thinner hair, this is the right product for you. No more sunburn scalp nightmares. We all hate when our scalp gets sunburnt and, as it heals, gets flakes on our scalp or hairline peeling. Fret no more and buy this product. It doesn’t make your hair greasy and is perfect for spraying your hairline, scalp, part, etc. I do this with my child’s hair a lot because the sun just seems to stream right through her hair. She hates wearing hats to the pool, so I take this every time I go to avoid her scalp getting sunburnt. Some of the other scalp sprays are grittier and greasier. This is not. It’s a little pricey but well worth the money!" —Kaylee E Agin
Get it from Amazon for $17.49.
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Promising reviews: "Fantastic on hot days to roll over face, eyes, cheeks, and neck area to cool down for heat relief (and prevent headache triggers). God bless whoever created these!" —DebA
"I love this to help reduce swelling. In the spring and fall, I often wake up with very puffy eyes, and this makes a big difference in my inflammation throughout the day." —E & C Michaels
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in nine colors).
Promising review: "I was skeptical, but I am AMAZED! I live in a third-floor, 950-square-foot apartment with vaulted ceilings. I needed something that would cool down the living room (which is a big open room shared by the kitchen, dining room, and hallway). We have a portable AC in both bedrooms, and at one point, I tried running both of them in the living room, but it would just not cool down. I was beginning to lose hope that the living room would ever cool down. I bought this unit and a very powerful fan, but since day one, I have not needed to use the fan. This thing is so powerful at cooling. It cools down the entire room (with vaulted ceilings) in less than eight minutes. It was easy to install as well. 12/10 would recommend" —Alexandrea Courtney-Wilson
Get it from Amazon for $199+ (available in three styles).
Promising review: "I’m happy to say this product works! I purchased this product due to my inability to provide my skin with appropriate sun protection one day this summer. I proceeded to spend a night wishing that I could safely freeze myself into an ice cube. Midnight discomfort led me to this product. The initial use was a day or two after the day of regret, but it eased the discomfort and moisturized my reddened skin, helping to soften the leather layer I had started to form. Of course, this review would not be complete without me faulting myself a second time. Two times in one summer, I proved my inability to adult well. I applied this lotion the MINUTE I realized that I had experienced another exposure to the sun for too long a period. To my absolute joy, this product relieved my discomfort. It left a layer that stayed cool for a few hours (at which time I reapplied it), it was a little tacky to the touch (not sticky or oily), and my skin did not experience the crocodile and subsequent peeling experience it had earlier in the season. The scent is soft and not overpowering. I have experienced skin sensitivity in the past to products, but I had no issues with Burt’s Bees products. Thank you for providing me with such a helpful product." —Meghan
Get it from Amazon for $9.01.
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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
Get it from Amazon for $21.99.
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Shakalo is a small business based in San Diego.
Promising review: "We recently moved to a beach area, and we are constantly there. This item has changed our entire lives! It lasts decently long (depending on how much you use it), it smells super good (not at all like baby powder), and it's super effective. It has saved me from vacuuming my car at least 1–2 times a week. I even use it on my dog's paws and bellies to make sure they're taken care of, too. I will definitely be buying the refill and another bag to have exclusively in the car." —Gabbs Uresti
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in packs of three).
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