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1. A bug bite suction tool for anyone who feels like an all-you-can-eat buffet for mosquitoes ("why me?" — me every summer). This promptly eases itching and swelling by removing insect saliva, venom, and other irritants, so rest assured you won't spend the night scratching at your legs and cursing the brief time you spent in your backyard.
2. A pajama set here to nudge your high school gym shorts and old soccer team T-shirt into retirement. You hated soccer. You sat on the bench. Sweaty sleepers, this cool-to-the-touch bamboo fabric is divine.
3. A Cutter bug control concentrate because I don't know about you, but I'm sick and tired of avoiding my backyard for fear of being bitten ALIVE. This spray effectively wards off mosquitoes, ants, beetles, and more for up to four weeks, so you'll be able to sit outside without looking like caviar to every mosquito within a 500-mile radius.
4. A silicone ice pop maker envied by the great Bugs Bunny himself. Just fill these reusable BPA-free molds with your favorite ingredients (I highly recommend a mango blueberry mix), stick 'em in the freezer, and enjoy. Who says homemade treats can't be easy?
5. A draft-blocker to keep all that precious, cold air from escaping your bedroom. Not only will this save $$ because you won't have to blast the AC on its strongest setting, but it's also fantastic for blocking outside noises (loud roommates + quarantine = not great, not fun).
6. A convenient weatherproof outdoor mat that reviewers swear by in lieu of a typical beach towel! Sand and dirt brush right off, and you can easily hose it down to give it an extra good clean (it's water- and mold-resistant).
7. High-rise biker shorts to temporarily replace your leggings when your limbs demand a little more breathing room — and in this heat!??! Who could blame them!? Oh, and FYI, these have pockets.
8. A Coleman pressure-activated mat that stays up to 10 degrees cooler than room temperature. This prevents your pup from feeling overheated (cue panting), keeps 'em extra comfy on hot summer days, and can even be used outdoors.
9. An insulated tumbler to elevate your ~vino~ experience. How? It's simple: Keep this glass in the fridge or freezer until you're ready for some red and it'll keep wine at the *perfect* temperature (goodbye, melted ice cubes and diluted drinks!), plus the silicone gripper means it's easy to hold.
10. A game of Kan Jam, an outdoor flying disc toss that guarantees an afternoon more competitive than the Olympics. This no-frills lawn game is simple: stop your opponent from hitting the "kan" on your side.
11. A pair of anti-chafing bands to prevent the painful rubbing together of your thighs — the dreaded result of wearing summer dresses and skirts. These bands are comfortable, stay put, are available in solid and lace designs (#meow), and can even be worn during your morning run.
12. An inflatable sprinkler for anyone who wants to cool off this summer without risking a potential Megalodon encounter. Is this for children? Perhaps. *adds to cart anyway* *hums Jaws theme song along the way*
13. A Hawaiian Tropic after sun lotion formulated with coconut oil, shea butter, and avocado oil. This is *chef's kiss* when it comes to moisturizing parched skin and soothing redness, plus the smell? In one word: divine.
14. Sanuk flip-flops with a cushioning that mimics yoga mat material, aka these babies are really 👏 darn 👏 comfy 👏. Plus, reviewers swear that they last forever — even with constant wear.
15. A Homech inflatable pool that will hold us all over until our dreams of an in-ground come true (one day!). This is surprisingly deep and can comfortably fit two adults or up to five kids, plus durable PVC means it won't leak or pop after exactly one encounter with a mildly sharp object.
16. A game of cornhole to turn up the competition at your family's next backyard shindig. This set is fab if you have limited storage space: both "boards" are collapsible and fit easily into the provided storage bag.
17. A Versed body mist because summer —> sweat —> inevitable eruptions of body acne. This genius fast-drying spray enlists the help of 2% salicylic acid, tea tree oil, and witch hazel to tackle pimples that have so rudely taken residence on your back, chest, and butt. It's as easy as one, two, spritz.
18. A Coleman cot and air mattress for anyone prefers ~glamping~ to camping. This makeshift bed is unbeatably comfortable, is easy to store and set up, plus comes equipped with pull-out side tables. Sleeping in the woods! But make it luxurious!
19. A Vanicream lip balm to keep your pout protected from the ☀️. This contains broad spectrum SPF30 and is water-resistant for up to 80 minutes, meaning sunburnt lips? A problem of the past.
20. A stainless-steel corer that turns cutting up pineapple into a much less intimidating experience. It's foolproof: Cut off the top of the fruit, twist the corer inside, then pull it out. Delicious, spiral-cut pineapple is yours — minimal effort required, several frustrated tears saved.
21. Tend solution because ingrown hairs and razor bumps are truly the ~pits~. Simply spread this lotion on before waxing or shaving (and yes, it's safe for the bikini area — I know that's the question haunting your pretty little mind) and POOF! No skin irritation or bumps.
22. A Takeya cold brew maker so you can drink your favorite caffeinated beverage whenever you please without the $5+ charge (NYC coffee = so damn expensive). This is cleverly designed with an airtight lid and stainless-steel filter to keep coffee fresh for up to two weeks.
23. A lightweight compression sack perfect for your next foray into the great outdoors (I mean camping). This useful accessory is waterproof, durable, and can fit a *ton* of stuff and, well, compress it into a fraction of its original size.
24. A drawstring romper that I will personally be living in this summer. It's got all the comfort of the pajama set you've been wearing to bed since 1893, but it's a romper and ergo a *lot* more chic.
25. A vegan Bali roll-on deodorant available in four delicious scents (and a fragrance-free option). Natural ingredients like seaweed extract, mineral salt, and essential oils tackle odor-causing bacteria, leaving you feel free and smell-free all day long.
26. Jumbo silicone ice molds that guarantee a better summer cocktails-at-home experience. Fancy looks aside, these perfectly shaped chunks of ice take forever to melt — aka, so long diluted negronis and hello beverages that look like something out of a mixologist's handbook.
27. Compression socks here to improve your outdoor running game by promoting circulation and increased blood flow. TL:DR; These help prevent leg soreness, cramping, *and* use a moisture-wicking fabric that your sweaty feet will love.
28. A belt buckle fedora hat that pairs perfectly with greasy hair and pretty much any outfit in your closet. This will instantly zhuzh up your ensemble, no real effort required on your part.
29. A pool float modeled after your very real favorite animal. Ideal situation: Lounging in the sunshine, drink in one hand, tanning oil in the other. Someone please get me out of this home office.
30. A bottle of Davines hair mist as necessary for your beach bag as your beach towel. Apply this conditioning milk throughout the day to protect your 'do from UV-A and UV-B exposure (aka, no more dry and brittle hair).
31. A machine-washable mat towel, because nothing says "I'm never doing yoga again" quite like your sweaty hands sliding down your sweaty mat to ruin what little stability you have in downward dog. If you know, you know. Summer heat makes it worse.
32. A stainless-steel slicer so that you can cut up your 🍉 favorite fruit 🍉 without googling "how to properly cut a watermelon." This one tool cuts up perfectly symmetrical watermelon cubes every use, saving you tons of time and several tears shed.
33. A Garnier gel-cream moisturizer with a favorite four-letter word: COOL. Pop this refreshing formula (it's packed with vitamin C and a fruit water antioxidant complex) into the fridge before applying and prepare to feel as if you've just bitten into a York Peppermint Pattie.
34. A flared sleeve romper so chic, the unbelievably soft fabric it's made with is just a perk — like, sleeping in this floral number would be completely understandable. *proceeds to snore in style*
The reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.