32 Products That’ll Come In Clutch If Just The Word “Summer” Makes You Sweat

Jan 23, 2024

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This bb also comes with a latch lid that protects the spout so you don't have to touch it, which is especially handy when you're on the move.

Promising review: "I have to start by saying that I just don't enjoy drinking water, and for this reason I'm not very good at self-monitoring my water intake. The consequence of being dehydrated is just a terrible feeling, and so I've become really committed to the change of consistent hydration. This water bottle has really helped me. It is easy to fill, easy to drink from, easy to carry (since it fits in any standard cup holder or in my backpack pocket), and the markings on the bottle make it incredibly easy to monitor specifically where I am in my daily water intake. I like the carry strap, and the fact that I can drink with one hand if I'm driving. I would definitely recommend this." —Meow

Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in three colors).

Promising review: "We used this product on a 3-week cross-country camping trip in late August and early September and it made a huge difference in the 'real feel' temp of our truck. What I mean is that 77 may feel comfortable to the person in the shade but NOT to the person sitting in direct sun. These things were outstanding in blocking the sun — I didn't even have to use sunscreen on my legs and arms (I sunburn easily). I even used one in the driver's side window when I was driving on the interstate. I could still easily see approaching vehicles in my mirrors." —Brian Wilkinson

Get it from Amazon for $13.99.

The fan has two speeds and can be recharged by any USB cable.

Promising review: "I have used this mini fan for more than three months now. It's good quality and works well so far. The fan is small in size but powerful enough that it blows out a large amount of air. I took it with me to Disney World and thanks to this fan, I had a nice vacation and I will use it this whole summer. It's really a life saver on really hot days — highly recommend!" —Cruz

Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in nine colors).

Depending on the setting you use, the fan can last four to sixteen hours. Once it needs to be recharged, just connect it to any USB cable.

Promising review: "This thing is great. I’m not sure how I delivered mail for 15 years without it. :-) I usually run it from about 10 o’clock until 3 o’clock every day and no issues with battery life. I charge it daily. It doesn't suck in my hair, and it's light enough that I don't even notice it on my neck. I have since recommended it to several coworkers. The price is right, too. The only thing I wish is that it was adjustable or foldable because it does take up quite a bit of space in my backpack. Other than that, I would buy five more of these just to have backups." —J Frasle

Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in five colors).

The corners of the sails have D rings so you can attach them to whatever you'd like with your choice of hardware or rope.

Promising review: "Purchased this to increase privacy and provide some shade. The color is vibrant, hasn't faded, and the loops are well stitched. The sail has also faired well in winds, thunderstorms, monsoon rain, and the brutal heat of Vegas. Shade is wonderful and one can definitely feel the temperature difference from full sun to being under this sail. The look and feel compliments our pool area and will certainly be purchasing an additional one." —VHC Media

Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in six sizes and 10 colors/patterns).

CurlCap is a Black-owned apparel company founded by Britney Sade that specializes in caps designed for natural hair with an open back and flexible scrunchie design.

Promising review: "Good cap. My head circumference is 24" and the hat fits really good and is comfortable. I like the elastic band and also gives me shade in this hot Texas heat!" —GwenH

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in 25 styles).

Promising review: "I love spending time outside and we entertain on our patio but when it's over 100 degrees nobody feels like visiting...till now! I bought one and liked it so much I ordered another to cover both patios. They lower the temps to a more moderate level and don't use 100 gallons of water doing it. I put mine along the top of our privacy fence and then put a fan in behind it and made it almost like having an AC unit outside. Easy to put up and take down, convenient hanging hooks, too!" —Sonya Combs

Get it from Amazon for $22.99.

Beloved Packs is a Michigan-based, Black woman-owned small business established in 2016 that specializes in hot and cold therapy packs for pain and stress relief. For warmth, you can place it in the microwave for two to four minutes; for cold, put it in the freezer for at least one hour.

Promising review: "I have been using it cold so far since it's summertime. It is awesome as an ice pack! Holds the temp for a long time and doesn't sweat like other ice packs. I’m sure it will be equally awesome as a hot pack." —tava g.

Get it from Beloved Packs for $40 (also available in a variety of other colors).

The waterproof patches last 12 hours or through six applications of sunscreen — whichever comes first. When purple, it's time to reapply and when clear, you're good to go!

Promising review: "As a person some call a day walker, I am in LOVE with the concept of these — I cannot tell you how many times I asked myself the question 'should I put on more sunscreen?' when it's too late... and I'm as red as a lobster. When I read the description, I just had to buy them. Big fan of the packaging and portability, really ingenious idea. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, yearly there are 5.4+ million cases of skin cancer are treated in more than 3.3 million people... and it's time to start being better. They just arrived in the mail and my wife and I immediately put one on and lathered up with sunscreen and are sitting in the front yard — putting them to the test! Here is to a happier, healthier, future ahead!" —CopperStad

Get them from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in packs of 16, 32, and 48).

Psst — a lot of reviewers swear by this for easy hands-free shade solutions for strollers and wheelchairs as well!

Promising review: "I love this! I brought it along for the Fourth of July Parade on a very hot day and attached it to my chair. Not only did it cool me off by about 30 degrees (I think it was close to 100 in the sun), but it ALSO could be all adjusted so the shade fell over me without all of the people walking back and forth on the sidewalk behind my chair constantly bumping into it (which would have happened with a big round umbrella). The clamp is very well made and clamped very securely to my chair with a minimum of effort." —Kindle Customer

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in two sizes and eight colors).

Don't forget to get an electric pump too!

Promising review: "This pool is perfect! It was easy to inflate with a small inflater pump. After opening and laying it out, my large dog just had to walk and lie on it, so I could see it was pretty durable. Once I filled it, which took maybe 30 minutes, it was ready for use. I would totally recommend buying this pool! Fun for kids and adults like myself who want to watch the sunset with a glass of wine and a refreshing soaking. Happy pool-buying!" —Pamela

Get it from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "This ice cream maker is so easy to use. Pour ice cream mixture into inner container, put on lid and motor, pack with ice and salt, and plug in. Anyone can do it." —margo scott

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in six colors/styles).

Rooted Earth is a Maine-based small biz established in 2013 that specializes in small batch skin care and herbal apothecary goods.

Promising review: "This spray is so lovely and refreshing! It smells fantastic, seems to be genuinely very high quality and helps so much with cooling off (I run hot and find heat stressful). The packaging was also adorable and handmade, which made me feel like a valued customer :)." —April Wilson

*Another* promising review: "Absolutely love this product and this company!!! Cannot recommend highly enough. This spray helps immediately when hot flashes start; I keep it in my purse and on my nightstand at all times. It was delivered in great condition, and clearly made, packaged and sent with love. Very happy I found this product and company." —Shalin Carter

Get it from Rooted Earth on Etsy for $8.99+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "This is awesome!!! Before we found this, the kids were using the hose to stay cool on the trampoline. The hose always turned into a fight — who got to hold it, someone getting sprayed in the face, etc. Now the kids can stay cool and fight about other things! Absolutely recommend this product as it was super easy to set up and makes for a fun way to cool down in the Arizona heat!" —Groveland

Get it from Amazon $14.99+ (available in five styles).

This fits a standard 12-ounce slim can, and was designed to still be able to fit in car cup holders. It'll keep drinks icy cold for several hours, and twenty times colder than a standard neoprene can cooler.

Get it from BrüMate for $24.99 (available in 53 colors/designs).

Promising review: "I use this towel for pretty much everything now! It has kept me cool during my gym workouts, and makes all my hikes and camping trips much more enjoyable since I’m not burning up in the sun. I wish I could rate this product even higher because of how amazing it is." —Mike Grady

Get it from Amazon for $13.97.

Promising review: "I run and was sick of sweat dripping into and stinging my eyes. I got these, and at first glance was not impressed. They are pretty thin and did not seem like they would absorb well. I am happy to admit I was wrong. They are super absorbent. I can literally wring sweat out of them after a long run. They have made a huge difference in my comfort, and now I won't do any kind of strenuous activity without wearing one. There were so many I gave a couple to my mom for playing pickle ball, and she is very happy with them as well." —K.P.

Get a set of ten from Amazon for $13.99.

Oh, and that'll just be the start of your beverage offerings! The 7.5-gallon cooler can store up to forty 12-ounce cans and ice.

Promising review: "These coolers / side tables are quite possibly one of my favorite purchases of the past year! They were super easy to assemble and they hold a ton of beverages and ice. The ice actually stays cool for a good 24 hours. There's a pop-up drain located in the bottom that makes it easy to drain the water when not in use. They're very lightweight and easy to move around to different locations as needed. All of my friends and family that have come over have already purchased them for themselves! I 100% recommend this product and absolutely love them!!" —Stephanie Morris

Get it from Amazon for $99.99 (also available in black).

The dishwasher-safe container can also be used to chill tea, juice, wine, or whatever else you feel like drinking. No water comes into contact with your beverage, so you don't have to worry about dilution, either.

Promising review: "I am an avid (i.e., daily) iced coffee drinker, but I have been extremely hesitant to make my own iced coffee at home because I didn't want the bitter flavor from two-day-old coffee or the watered-down nature of just adding ice to coffee. Thanks to the HyperChiller, I have now found a solution!!! The HyperChiller worked like a CHARM today!!! I was able to create my own iced coffee directly from my coffee maker in the comfort of my own home. I guarantee this item will be used frequently! Great job!" —Chelsea

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four colors).

It'll also restore your skin's pH balance and absorb excess oil. It's everything you want your toner to do, except now you can use it WHEREVER. Plus it's organic and suitable for sensitive skin!

Promising review: "I have been using this rose water for about three weeks now. I am in shock! The redness in my face is gone! I used to put on foundation almost every day because of my redness and acne scars. I now go out of the house with zero makeup on and feel confident in doing so. My face is super soft! My husband actually thought I was wearing makeup because my face was so clear. I'm so happy I took the leap and bought it!" —crystal

Get it from Amazon for $9.95+ (available in two sizes).

Klassy Network is a woman-founded small biz from Natalie Rogers. Each of the brand's brami tops is designed with removable padding and you can even buy extras if you need/want!

Promising review: "I love tube tops for summer but never bought them because of the bra situation. This brami solves those problems! It's super cute and comfy, I got it in pink and green and the colors are so bright and fun for summer. I love that it's a full length!!" —Anna D.

Get it from Klassy Network for $38 (available in women's sizes XXS–3XL and in three colors).

Promising review: "I was in the habit of rolling a cold can of soda on my forehead to help with tension headaches and sinus pain but that was cumbersome and not always cold enough. This ice roller works so well to ease the pain from sinuses and tension. It froze very quick and I felt instant relief. The rolling motion even cleared my sinuses and I could breathe better right away. I love this. Would highly recommend." —DT

Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in nine colors).

Apply it every seven days! This is STRONG so if you have sensitive skin, the manufacturer suggests you do a spot test first.

Promising review: "For anyone who might be skeptical, 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 pack of eight from Amazon for $19.99.

Thigh Society is a woman-founded, size-inclusive small biz from Marnie Consky.

I bought two pairs of these — in black and nude — last year and I am simply in love. Chub rub has always been a part of my life and until now, I didn't have a great way of preventing it. I've tried various sport shorts and slathering my thighs in deodorant but those methods just weren't cutting it. These shorts are unbelievably lightweight and breathable, superrrrrr stretchy (but not in a way that bags out after extended wear), and they do. not. roll. or. fall. down. I wear them under all of my skirts and dresses (because I also have an irrational fear that everything I wear is see-through when the sun hits it) and I will definitely be buying more!

Get a pair from Thigh Society for $39 (available in women's sizes XS/S–5X/6X, in four lengths, and six colors).

Muslin Comfort is a woman-owned business based in California.

Promising review: "I love this blanket. Gauze blankets are hard to find and this one is the perfect weight for spring and summer. Good quality and I got the queen size for my king-size bed because I don't want it trailing on the floor. Fits the bed frame perfectly. Love. ❤️" —Melanie R.

Get it from Muslin Comfort for $199.99+ (available sizes Twin–Cal. King and in 15 colors).

You'll get the metal rod to put in your bottle (with an attached aerator), as well as a corkscrew and stopper.

Promising review: "This is a great product. It keeps wine cold for a long time and makes it easy to pour!" —Stephanie

Get it from Amazon for $13.99.

Plus, it'll help muffle outside noises — something particularly helpful if you live in an apartment building or with noisy roommates.

Promising review: "I’ll admit I was skeptical of these at first but after applying them to four of our doors we are thrilled! We live in an older home that is in no way energy efficient ;-) we got these to help keep the hot summer heat out of the house. We have only had them for a short time but they look so good! They actually upgrade the doors a bit ;-) the application went well and it is a firm hold. The flooring in our house meets the door almost so there's not much room for movement and these stay put firmly when opening and closing the door. I have no doubt that they will stay on for a long time. Will probably buy another pack for the doors leading to our garage." —AHA

Get a set of two from Amazon for $6.95+ (available in two sizes and five colors).

Promising review: "I could go on and on about this magic face sauce, but instead I’m just gonna lead with the pictures from my random sweat test experiment and tell you what you’re seeing. I think it did a GREAT job of soaking up the oil on my nose and forehead, much better than any pressed or loose mattifying powders I use. The (picture on the right) is after I danced Lindy Hop, Shag, AND Balboa (all fairly rigorous dance lexicons in the swing dance family) for three hours in a hot crowded bar that had to be at least 90 degrees inside. According to my Fakebit, I did 20 thousand steps that night so I REALLY put this stuff to the hardest test I could manufacture! It's lasted for forever, as well, so I definitely think it's a good deal for the price. It's small, but you don't need a lot!" —Queenofthehouse

Get it from Amazon for $18.01.

One side is outfitted with Japanese cooling fabric and the other side is 100% breathable cotton.

Promising review: "Best...pillowcases...ever!! I run hot all the time, especially at night. This really helps to keep me cool at night. I fall asleep, stay asleep, and wake up refreshed. The cool side of the pillow is always your side of the pillow! I actually sometimes get cold during the night. If you wake up in the middle of the night sweating, you need to get this!" —Kim

Get a set of two from Amazon for $18.75+ (available in two sizes and eight colors).

What's included: six reusable ice pop molds, six handles, a tray, a cleaning brush, and a funnel.

Promising review: "This is one of the best purchases I have made on Amazon. We have made popsicles almost daily since receiving them! They are easy to fill because they stand up well in the tray and they came with a little collapsible funnel to help with pouring. They are super quick and easy to clean up as well. The ice pops are nice and big. We put fruits, veggies, Greek yogurt, you name it in there." —Colleen DiNitto

Get the set from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in six colors).

Promising review: "Huge hit! So worth every dime compared to the regular slip n' slides. You definitely get what you pay for! Definitely will buy another one in the future to have double the fun! I saw people review saying the slide had parts that were dry. Not sure how that was unless it was set up oddly. Ours stayed covered with water from morning to night without issues." —Christina Love Venhorst

Get it from Amazon for $99.99.

Promising review: "Love this hat!!!! It has enough of a brim to keep the sun out of my eyes and it's very easy to pack for trips or a vacation. I get lots of compliments when I wear it. It has a wider brim then some other bucket hats I’ve seen. Happy I purchased!!" —Meagan Janson

Get it from Amazon for $10.99 (available in 12 colors).

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