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1. A tube of Burt's Bees After Sun soother — those rays, even on overcast days, can be much stronger than they look! Apply this all over any sunburnt area to help lessen the pain, itching, and heat.
This product is formulated without parabens, phthalates, petrolatum, or SLS.
Promising review: "I’ve been using this product for years now. My first trip to Costa Rica I had it and trust me when I tell you it’s saved my life. I live in Florida now and I never go anywhere without it. After any time in the sun you can use this and you can believe that your skin will be nourished and moisturized it will not hurt and your skin will not peel if used properly. I said your skin will not peel. I love this product for it." —Kenneth
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
2. A hands-free personal fan worn around your neck that points TWO fans directly at your face. It's basically your own personal cooling system that you can take anywhere you go. Sign us up!
The rechargeable fan lasts for up to 16 hours, and it has six 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: "Best thing I’ve bought in a very long time!! Living in Texas means HOT summers and I hate always being so sweaty! This fan is a lifesaver and everyone who has seen me with it has asked to try it and loved it. Buying a second one today 👌🏼" —Laura W.
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in seven colors).
3. An inflatable pool because nothing is more refreshing on a hot summer day than soaking in a pool with a glass of ice cold lemonade or sweet tea in hand. Even if you have a small backyard, you can still make that dream a reality with this!
Promising review: "This pool has been a great summertime addition to beat the Texas heat! My daughter, husband and I are enjoying it so much! It’s a pretty good size, easy to set up and so far is holding up pretty well! I did purchase a couple of additional items to keep the water/ pool clean and covered. I was quite skeptical at first as we had already purchased another pool this summer that didn’t last but this pool was it! If you’re looking for something to relax in and cool off, go for it!" —Pineapple_Beauty94
Get it from Amazon for $42.56.
4. A high ponytail running cap with UPF 50 protection so you can wear whatever hairstyle you prefer while keeping the sun out of your face and preventing sweat from dripping in your eyes. Because of the two openings in the back, you can wear your hair in a high pony or a top bun, or wear your hair through the lower hole for a more traditional mid-pony.
Vimhue is an Arizona-based, woman-owned small business that specializes in uniquely engineered running hats.
I just bought this for my half marathon training and I really like using it! I have to wear a hat while running because I sweat *a lot* and absolutely hate the sting of sweat dripping into my eyes. But whenever I would wear traditional caps, I didn't like that my ponytail had to sit pretty low on my head, which meant it would stick to my sweaty neck and make me feel even *more* hot. This solves all my problems!! I love being able to sport my high pony and feel a nice breeze on my neck. Plus: the material is super breathable, and I just throw it into the washing machine in a delicates bag whenever I need to wash it (make sure you hang dry!)
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 (available in 26 colors).
5. A personal umbrella that clips onto the back of your beach chair so you can make sure you have access to shade to cool off, even if everyone else in your group prefers to lay in the sun all day. And because of the built-in clip, you can attach this to all kinds of chairs or railings, which means you can use it on your patio, on the sidelines at a soccer game, while camping, or really anywhere you need shade!
Promising review: "I live in Florida and have two children in sports that I spend countless hours going to practice and games in the hot summer sun... I quickly learned to get a clip-on fan and umbrella to help stay cool, but the small sporting goods store umbrellas only ever seem to work if the sun is directly over your head, not coming from the side, or roasting your back or neck. Finding this Sport-Brella was like a gift from above. It is bigger, blocks more sun, and most importantly, can be adjusted into all kinds of angles to block the sun from whatever direction it comes from. It is also more durable than previous sport umbrellas I've used in the past. I'm sold on this... it costs a little more, but well worth the investment if you need to spend a lot of time at games and practice." —Wolfshanze
Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in two sizes and nine colors).
6. A pair of high-waisted quick-dry running shorts because pants in hot temperatures is just not gonna happen. You'll love how lightweight and airy they are so much that you might end up buying multiple pairs of them. And we say go right on ahead — they come in 39 different colors!
BuzzFeed Shopping's Emma Lord loves these! Here's her review: "I recently bought these shorts because I needed some more breathable summer options, and they're phenom! I love the huge array of colors you can buy these in. (At other places they often sell out too quickly to get to pick!) I love that the high-waistedness of them meets about where my running crop top ends so I don't have to get bonkers with sunscreen, and love love loooooove the side pocket for my keys or face mask. I only have them in purple so far, but I'm excited to try other colors!"
Promising review: "LOVE these shorts. 🥰 I live in Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 and the humidity was getting uncomfortable in regular cotton shorts. These are so light and breezy. The little zip pocket is handy and discreet. I loved the beautiful packaging too. I will order more colors because they are so great!" —Abnnassif
Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in women's sizes XS–3XL and 39 colors).
7. A HyperChiller that can chill your coffee in less than 60 seconds. (Yes, you read that right!) You'll be reaching for this on the days that drinking a hot coffee will just make you even more uncomfortably toasty (aka every day this summer).
It also works great for other beverages like tea, juice, or wine that you want to chill at a moment's notice.
Promising review: "I’m absolutely in love with the Hyperchiller!!!! I live in South Texas. It’s HOT and that makes it hard to enjoy my coffee in the morning. This little thing gives you iced coffee without watering it down!! There are three compartments- outer most compartment is where you put in water to freeze, middle is where the coffee is poured and then inner most compartment is more ice. When you’re ready for your coffee you pour it directly into the lid which goes into the center compartment. You can let it sit or swirl it around. And voila! It’s honestly the coolest thing!!" —Staci Leitko
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four colors).
8. Or this cold brew maker because hot temperatures means you want iced coffee, thank you very much! Thankfully with this gadget, you can have high-quality iced coffee waiting in your fridge when you wake up in the morning, bleary eyed and in need of caffeine ASAP.
To use, add coffee into the mesh filter, pour water into the pitcher, screw the lid on (with the filter attached and submerged in the water), and let it brew for 12–24 hours. You can pour it straight over ice cubes, or cut it with water or milk. Read our Tayeka cold brew maker review for more!
Promising review: "I wish I had found this iced coffee maker years ago. I live in Florida and the summers are extremely hot, so I like to drink iced coffee in the morning during the summer. I grind up coffee beans and fill the infuser with them, then just fill up the pitcher with filtered water and let it infuse over night. When I wake up in the morning I have excellent-tasting iced coffee and it makes my mornings quick, because all I have to do is pour it into a to go cup. I can usually get about five fills out of one pitcher. I absolutely love this device and will always have one now that I have found it. You do not need anything more expensive or complicated than this." —Ashley Bouchard
Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in two sizes).
9. A set of three lightweight racerback tanks with large arm cut-outs and a super breathable fabric so you can feel breezy and cool as you're running around town completing your errands.
Psst to anyone breastfeeding — lots of reviewers mentioned that the deep sleeves in this also made it easier to breastfeed at home!
Promising review: "I LOVE these shirts. I live in Arizona, where it is hot 50% of the year, and these are so nice and breezy! Great for working out and great for breastfeeding! I love that they’re dual purpose for me. I went hiking with one on and my friend liked it so much on me that she purchased some herself!" —Elizabeth
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in 14 color combos and women's sizes XS–XL).
10. A pack of SPF-sensing stickers that will actually change color and turn dark whenever your sunscreen wears off and the sticker gets exposed to a higher UV. Essentially, it's a visual reminder to reapply that sunscreen so you don't get burnt!
Promising review: "I'm multi-racial with tan skin. I burn when it's intense, but I get a great tan otherwise. My 9-month-old is fair, fair, fair. Blue eyes and porcelain skin fair. I reapply my own SPF 50 after a few hours, but I'm not consistent. I've never been great about sunscreen, but I was not going to let my daughter get burned. We live in South Florida and just a walk or park time is a potential burning hazard. This is a great visual for me to reapply her sunscreen or make sure she gets in the shade. They're an absolute essential for parents, especially the 'sun goddess' type." —FlightLife
Get a 16-pack from Amazon for $15.99.
11. A set of stackable stick-shaped ice molds you'll love if you use a reusable water bottle with a small opening at the top — these actually fit!! Now you can get that ice cold, refreshing water that's downright heavenly on hot, humid days.
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).
12. A set of popular wickaway sweatbands for the days you take your workouts outside and want to keep that sweat from getting into your eyes and causing some serious stinging.
Promising review: "I've always been active all my life and I sweat profusely! It's summer here in Southwest Florida. I walked over 5 miles outside with temps close to 90 degrees and over 80% humidity. You get the picture. I just received these and this was my first time to try it out. I walked over 5 miles and there was NOT one drop of sweat that went in my eyes. The wicking is the best ever! It never moved on my head (I was worried because I have a small head), it is extremely comfortable, and it is fashionable." —Michele in O’Fallon
Get a set of ten from Amazon for $13.99.
13. An ice roller gloriously designed to help you cool off on the stickiest of days. Leave it in your freezer, and then roll it over your face and body for an instant cooling effect. It feels especially fantastic if you happen to have a sunburn!
Many reviewers also say it helps reduce puffiness on their faces 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 12 colors).
14. Essence Lash Princess Mascara that will make your lashes look so long, thick, and full, people will start asking you if you got eyelash extensions. Plus: reviewers say that this formula stays on your lashes and doesn't melt off even when you're super sweaty!
Promising review: "I have been a mascara snob my entire adult life, and have been purchasing the same two brands for mascara. Then, I decided to get an inexpensive tube of mascara just to have in my emergency makeup back, and WOW was I surprised! One coat of this stuff is better than four or five coats of my other stuff. It isn't waterproof, so it comes off with just a makeup-removing facial cleanser or micellar water with no problem. It separates and lengthens my lashes. I have people stop and ask me ALL THE TIME what I do to my eyelashes to make them 'look like that.' Like... literally stopped in the middle of a sidewalk in downtown Tampa to ask about my eyelashes. And it really does stay in place, even without a setting spray, when most of the other makeup I use melts off. Seriously, let me put this in perspective: I live in Florida, and I wore this mascara to work every single day for the last year in the heat/humidity (including all through the summer) and they stayed on my lashes better than any other brand of mascara I've used. This is now officially turned into my go-to mascara!" —Kate
Get it from Amazon for $4.99.
15. A set of satin pillowcases to protect your hair from tangling and matting. Summertime is often one of the most unforgiving times for hair (lots of frizziness from humidity, breakage from wearing it up in a ponytail), and using this pillowcase could be one step toward having more manageable hair.
Check it out in action on TikTok!
Promising review: "I've been using these pillowcases for about a week now and I have to say that they have really seemed to help my hair not be so frizzy when I wake up! I live in a hot and humid climate and my hair normally just makes my life awful this time of year (summer). I have been trying a couple of new things to help my hair, like using Moroccan Oil on the ends and these pillowcases and it's really a lot better. I also feel better about sleeping on my side now and don't worry so much that I'm creating wrinkles. I would definitely buy these again and recommend them!" —R. Spann
Get a set of two from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in 32 colors and five sizes).
16. A pair of beach socks because sometimes the beach can be very rocky, rough, and HOT and you need to keep your feet protected! When you're done using them, they roll up for easy storage.
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 $9.87+ (available in women's sizes 4–13.5, men's sizes 3–12, and 44 designs).
17. A soothing shampoo scalp massager that will give your head a much-needed scrub in the shower. In hot temperatures, it's easy to get a lot of build-up of sweat, dead skin cells, and hair product embedded in your hair, and this can help get all that stuff outta there!
Promising review: "I bought this item based on the reviews and needing something that would help with my itchy scalp. I tend to have a line on the back of my scalp where product builds up due to my thick hair and extreme Florida humidity. I've used this a few times now and I love the way it feels. It helps the shampoo really get into my scalp and I haven't had as much itching since I started." —Ashley R.
Get it from Amazon for $6.98+ (available in three colors).
18. A drawstring romper, which basically feels like wearing the most comfortable pajamas, but way chicer. This lil number is great for the days you straight up DO NOT want to wear sleeves or pants but also want to get ready in like, two minutes flat.
19. A set of affordable wireless Bluetooth earbuds reviewers say are great at staying in your ear thanks to the several different sizes of earbuds it comes with to help you find your perfect fit. They're also waterproof, so even if you're sweating buckets while wearing these during an outdoor run, they'll still work!
These come with a wireless charging case that provides up to 14 hours of charge (with the earbuds able to play for four+ hours with each full charge). They're also sweatproof and waterproof!
Promising review: "I can sit here and bore you with a bunch of verbiage, but I wont. Let me be clear: These earbuds are AMAZING. Seriously. They do EVERYTHING very well and they are just as described! High quality stuff! I wear them while cycling in (right now) 100+ degree humid heat in South Carolina and not only do they stay in place, but they are unaffected by sweat, etc. Amazing sound, amazing clarity. These things should easily cost $200." —Gene Reyna
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in five colors).
20. An adjustable mister you can attach to your hose to keep you cool as you lounge poolside or in your backyard. Now THIS is truly the kind of simple luxury we need during super sticky days!
The mister can cool the surrounding area by 20 degrees, and it comes with an interchangeable flower-shaped misting head for a fun, whimsy 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 $31.43 (colors may vary).
21. A set of waterproof dog booties to keep your dog's paws from getting damaged due to rough surfaces and hot pavements. If you wouldn't want to go barefoot outside on a hot day, your dog doesn't want to either!
My family uses these on our goldendoodle (who lives in Texas!) in the summer because he loves to run around our pool and he ends up with roughed-up, bloody paws from the hot pavement. When we first got these for him, he definitely walked like a baby deer! But after a day or two of wearing them inside the house, he's been comfortable wearing them outside ever since and walks/runs normally with them on! They stay secure with the Velcro straps even when he's zooming around the pool trying to get splashed.
Get it from Amazon for $28.99 (available in eight sizes and six colors).
22. A very popular set of breathable, cooling bed sheets (we're talking over 180K 5-star ratings!) so you don't wake up in a pool of your own sweat every morning this summer.
Promising review: "I bought two sets of the sheets, one in navy blue and one in white. I have had the most fun with interchanging the colors, so it's really like I have three or four sets sheets. These sheets are just the best, they wash well don't wrinkle even after you slept on them and they just feels so great on the skin. I live in Florida and they are just the best weight ever for the hot humid nights down here, and even if it gets a little chilly with the AC on, the body adjusts to the cool air with the help of the sheets. I guarantee you won't be sorry that you purchased the sheets. They are reasonably priced — I'm sure there's better for several hundred dollars, but that's out of my budget. I highly recommend these for grandparents moms and dads kids and teens, they are just great!" —HarmonyLady
Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in seven sizes and 45 colors).
23. A pet cooling mat you'll be finding your cats and dogs lying on allll summer long because it feels between 5 and 10 degrees cooler than the room itself — all without having to be refrigerated.
Promising review: "My Labrador loves this mat! I opened it and put it on his dog bed and before I knew it, he was asleep on it. He overheats quickly (we live in south central Texas) and he seems to love it. If all goes well in the next few weeks, I’ll be purchasing another for the convenience of not having to move it all over the house." —June P.
Get it from Amazon for $28.98+ (available in six colors).
24. A set of backseat car fans so your kiddos in the back seat won't feel like they're melting whenever they're sitting in the car on a hot day and are waiting for the AC up front to cool them off.
Promising review: "Perfect for children and pets! I have this hooked up in my 2016 Chevy Cruze. The plug in part is long enough to be hidden along my seats and plugged in to the outlet. I love the fact that I can manually control the speed of the fans right at my finger tips. This is perfect for any smaller car or SUV that doesn’t have AC flow to the back. We live in the south and it gets extremely hot in the backseat, so it’s takes awhile to cool down. I highly recommend this!" —Alexandria
Get them from Amazon for $26.99.
25. An ultra-cooling bamboo fabric sleep set because nothing's worse than waking up in the middle of the night feeling like you're radiating heat thanks to unbreathable PJs. Now you'll feel cool as a sleeping cucumber all night in this comfy set.
Promising review: "I will never buy another pair of warm weather PJs again other than these. I am a thirtysomething post-baby lady, and with my hormones paired with living in Arizona, I needed PJs that were cool and comfortable. But I often found that the fabric of other PJs would rapidly get worn, pilled, and rough. These silky soft PJs have been going strong for months now through countless hot flashes and heat waves when it would get into the 80s in our bedroom. If you are a hot-blooded person and need to cool down, I can't recommend these PJs enough. I literally never leave reviews but felt compelled to preach to others the good word of Latuza's PJs." —Margery
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in women's sizes S-4XL and 12 colors).
26. A set of towels — whenever it gets hot out, just soak them in water, wring it out, and then apply the damp towel around your neck to help you cool off. These are a lifesaver for the days you want to be outdoorsy but it ends up being much hotter outside than you anticipated.
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 $11.74+ (available in 12 color sets).
27. A heat-resistant steering wheel cover if you've been burned one too many times (literally) by touching your wheel on a scorching day. This keeps it at a comfortable, touchable temperature and maintains a sleek look that'll match your car's interior.
Promising review: "Withstands 110+ degree weather when I park outside Vegas in the summer, and my steering wheel is fine to touch. I can’t ask for more than that!" —Ama Zon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $14.39+ (available in three sizes and six colors).
28. A maxi dress we predict you'll be reaching for on hot days when you want a cute but breathable outfit. Reviewers say that it feels super lightweight, and they love the pockets!
Promising review: "This is very comfortable and flowy. Wore it all day and didn’t want to take it off because of how comfy it was. I got lots of compliments on it at my baby shower — I’m eight months pregnant in Texas and it’s HOT here." —Lorin Rae
Get it from Amazon for $33.99+ (available in women's sizes 14–26 and in 39 colors).
29. A family-friendly backyard sprinkler your kids, dogs, and yes, even you will joyfully run through and play on to cool off on those scorching-hot summer days.
Promising review: "My 2-year-old and 10-year-old kids and 32-year-old husband love it. Super easy to put together. Great for easy cool down in the back for those without a pool. Florida living here, so water is a must in summer. Has held up very well in terms of durability. Left it out for a few days, and it still worked great." —Deja T.
Get it from Amazon for $24.96+ (available in four designs).
30. A reviewer-beloved mattress pad if you're someone who tends to run hot at night and needs some extra help to make sure you aren't overheating. Plus: the extra cushioning of this pad will make you feel so comfortable!
Promising review: "I LOVE this mattress pad. I let it breathe as directed. Living in Florida, my bed is always hot at night. I have been using this for a week, and I can feel the coolness of this mattress pad any time I wake up in the night. It is very comfortable also, adding a pillow feel to my bed. There is also a lot of space for any depth of mattress. I have a regular width mattress and I can easily tell a pillow top would be covered just as well. Well worth the purchase!" —Julie Santello
Get it from Amazon for $28.82+ (available in sizes Twin–California King and two colors).
31. A lightweight primer to act as the base of a makeup look that'll actually stay on all day instead of melting off your face the second you step outside. It'll help give you the appearance of smoother skin, and the green tea extract and collagen works to moisturize.
Promising review: "I wanted to give this product 10 stars but was only limited to five :( This stuff is AMAZING!!!! I'm almost 30 and my face has become super oily — like I can fry chicken on it by the end of the day. So for months I've neglected wearing any kind of foundation or makeup in general. After reading reviews I figured I would give this a try. The glow it gives you is AWESOME!!! It makes my skin so soft. I'm probably going to wear just this and no foundation 50% of the time. After the Texas heat..and the sun..and amounts of sweat...my face was PERFECT......STILL! No oil...no smears...no pores... This is literally sent from heaven!!!! My ONLY dislike is the fact that you can't purchase this in 5-gallon buckets!" —Jessica
Get it from Amazon for $11.90.
32. A mosquito repellent patio shield that emits an invisible 15-foot radius of protection from those stinging skeeters, no bug spray or citronella candles required. Now you can actually enjoy sitting outside instead of getting stung all over once the humidity starts to rise.
Promising review: "I was very skeptical of this product but decided to give it a try after reading the reviews and knowing if it didn't work I could return it. Let me preface this review by saying I live a few miles from a swamp in south Louisiana.
I know it says wait 15 minutes to give it time to work, but I wanted to make sure mosquitoes were swarming to test it effectively. So I camped out in my favorite chair and was immediately swarmed by mosquitoes. I started the unit, and in about 15 minutes there wasn't a mosquito near me! No exaggeration. I am sitting outside as night is falling in south Louisiana and not one mosquito is buzzing me. I have been out here just over an hour and I have only two bites – one bite was from when I first sat down and before the unit was on 15 minutes. I am seriously impressed with this product and I am ordering more for gifts and to expand my own coverage as soon as I am done with this review. And there is no stinky citronella smell. There is no odor at all. Amazing." —NolaMom
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in 12 colors and in two packs).
33. An ingenious tote with a built-in cooler because you never want to be without ice cold beverages on a hot, humid day! The bottom compartment will stay nice and chilly while the top part is super roomy for all your other bits and bobs. It's perfect for a day trip to the beach!
Promising review: "Living in Florida, I've had a lot of beach bags over the years! This is one of my favorites. I love the color! The turquoise color is very pretty. The bag is big enough to fit towels, a change of clothes, and sunscreen for several people. The insulated pocket on the bottom is nice for water bottles, etc. This bag is well made. The handles are connected to the bag well, and the seams are tight. Overall, a great bag!" —Riv2359
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in five colors).
You when everyone else is complaining how hot and uncomfortable they feel on a humid day:
