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    It’s These 33 Summer Products Under $30 For *Me*

    *Summer* and *under $30* are some of my favorite things to hear, especially when there are portable fans and mini fire pits involved.

    1. A waterproof bra liner to absorb under-boob sweat and alleviate bra band and underwire pressure on those 95-degree summer days. Keep them boobies in check and sweat-free with this lovely little reusable, machine-washable liner.

    model with bra liner under bra
    reviewer smiling holding up their bra liner

    Promising review: "I am not making this up, I had been wearing a soft white tube sock under the wire area of my bras this summer. It has been hotter than usual in north Georgia and I’ve had some very uncomfortable chafing and irritation from being so sweaty so much of the time. I had the heel of the sock pointing up in the middle. I don’t even know what I was searching for on Amazon when I found these little blessings! These bra liners are soft, comfortable, well-made for the price, and not nearly as bulky as wearing tube socks! I’m so glad I found these." —Cheryl K.

    Get a set of three from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in sizes M–2XL and in four color combinations).

    2. A little handheld portable fan because omg why is it hotter than Chris Hemsworth in his Thor costume outside?! Its got a mister, seven colorful lights, it's foldable, and rechargeable, and it'll quickly become your summer bestie. 

    Promising review: "Bought two of these fans for a trip to Disney World. We only brought very small bags for inside the parks and so I wanted something that wouldn't die throughout the day but also didn't take up a ton of valuable snack space ;) These fans were perfect! They fold up so it's easy to tuck them away or hold at different angles. They lasted ALL day with intermittent use. Let me tell you, this gal does not like being hot and these things were a lifesaver! While they did sometimes run out of mist faster than I'd like (but at a fair rate due to the water compartment size), even just having the fan blowing on me helped me from feeling sick. The three speed options were amazing and helped save the battery life. My whole family passed these around while standing in lines and everyone liked them. Also, the mist is sooo fine and feels so good without soaking your face. Overall really impressed and happy with our purchase! Excited to use them on future trips as well." —KC

    Get it from Amazon for $21.59+ (available in five colors).

    3. A set of four cooling towels you simply wet and they'll get chilly, helping you cool down on those days where the heat is almost unbearable. Once they become less cool, just wet them again and you've got your little summer heat lifesaver back!

    Promising review: "I saw these recommended on a TikTok for people who can't regulate their temperature in the heat, and omg, was it worth buying them. You just add cold water and it's like an ice pack without the burning of the ice. They worked great for cooling my arm after the COVID shot! Excited to use them all summer!" —Muirgen Neal

    Get a set of four for $19.99 (available in 13 color combos). 

    4. Burt's Bees after-sun soother because getting sunburned sucks and the aftereffects aren't any better. The aloe and coconut oil will work their magic to help soothe your bod. Oh, and reviewers love that it isn't greasy and absorbs quickly into the skin.

    Promising review: "Whenever someone I know has a sunburn, I become that super annoying product-pusher friend. I tell everyone about the sun soother! Really, Burt’s Bees should pay me. It rubs into the skin like lotion so you don’t feel greasy and you can immediately put on clothes after application. A little goes a long way! It smells good without being overpowering (and I’m picky about scents!). Most importantly, it works! I’ve had everything from slight burn to looks-like-a-lobster-feels-like-fire and this sun soother has eliminated the pain/itch and drastically reduced the eventual peel. Even if it does peel later on, it’s minimal compared to what it would be and look like if I had not used this sun soother. I don’t burn easily and love this product; my husband is as fair as they come and it’s his favorite sunburn solution as well. Highly recommend!" —Jessie Patterson

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

    5. And some Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen that can also be used as your makeup primer, offering broad-spectrum SPF 40 without feeling greasy or leaving a white cast. I know, I know, trying to make sure you wear sunscreen on your face can be a pain, especially if you wanna wear a full face of makeup butttt, that's why this stuff is so perfect! 

    buzzfeed editor holding the 1.7oz bottle; dab of sunscreen on finger is translucent clear, with no visible color to it
    Natalie Brown / BuzzFeed

    BuzzFeed Shopping editor Natalie Brown says, "I have oily, acne-prone skin and use a prescription retinol to control things, which means I MUST use sunscreen on my face every day. My mom, who had been using this Supergoop stuff the whole time, got me a bottle of this cult-favorite for Christmas last year. (Moms do know best sometimes!!) I couldn't be happier with it! A dime-size amount covers my entire face, because it's translucent it leaves absolutely no white cast, and 10 minutes after putting it on, my face just feels like I applied a little bit of a nice moisturizer or makeup primer, not anything that's grease-central, like sunscreen usually is. It does pill if I put it on too soon after my morning topical acne prescription, but as long as I give that script about five minutes to sink in, I have no issues. I've been impressed by the way my matte foundation glides over it, looks with it, and lasts with it." 

    I *also* just tried this. My friend had this when I went to Dominican Republic in June. I had been meaning to try it and asked her if I could use a little on my face those few days. Bless her for saying yes because this stuff is liquid gold, I kid you not. The sun in DR is something else and I burned all over my body, even on my scalp despite constantly putting on sunscreen. The one place that didn't burn? My face. I used some of this before putting on my makeup every day and my face didn't burn at all. I loved how it felt, no white cast, wasn't cakey or greasy, and it really just felt like a nice primer. My makeup also lasted all day every day even though I was sweating bullets. No oily face after a few hours which is so rare for me. I loved this so much, I bought it the moment I got home. The best.

    Get it from Amazon for $18+ (available in two sizes). 

    6. A pack of six reusable, latex-free silicone water balloons to keep the balloon battles going all summer long. You know what this means, don't you? You won't have to pick up alllll those tiny pieces of destroyed balloons!

    reviewer's colorful water balloons
    reviewer's child holding two pink water balloons

    Promising review: "We live in Texas where the heat is no joke. My kids love water balloons but hate having to clean up the mess. I saw a friend share about these, and I almost didn’t buy them because of the price…glad I did! Totally worth it. All the money and time spent on water balloons over the years have me convinced. Received them, and they work great! My kids can’t get enough and constantly beg to use them. They can fill them themselves, and they don’t hurt when hit. Super easy to use and clean up. Buying more for sure. My kids' ages are 2, 4, 6, and 8. All could use them easy." —Eden

    Get a set of six from Amazon for $22.99 (also available in sets of 4, 12, 16, 18, and 20).

    7. shimmer body oil so you can look like a magical unicorn sneezed all over you. Put a little of this all over and stand in the sun — I swear you'll shine like a Cullen and everyone will wanna know what you've got on. Hello summer glow.

    bottle of shimmer oil
    model wearing shimmer oil and holding bottle
    ColourPop

    Promising review: "This glitter body oil is so magical, I LOVE it. Definitely makes me feel like a sun fairy or a mermaid or some other fantasy creature. A+++ I am obsessed with these Sol Body Oils." —Ilze P.

    Get it from ColourPop for $7+ (available in nine colors).

    8. slushie maker cup to make a delish summer treat. This magical little thing has built-in freezing liquid that'll transform your fave sugary drinks into a yummy little freezie, no ice needed!!

    It's washable and reusable but be sure to rinse the liner bag (with only water), put it in the freezer for 4–5 hours, then pour in whatever drink you like, and squeeze it until it's icy! You can also add milk to make a shake, ice cream, or smoothies — how delishhhh.

    Promising review: "I got this for my daughter who saw it on TikTok. This is the greatest thing ever. We will be ordering more because I'm a mom who also wants one of her own. Just freeze and use any liquid. Our favorite has been Fanta soda! Greatest invention ever! Try and buy multiple!" —Lynda

    Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in four colors).

    9. Or, a silicone ice pop mold for some seriously yummm homemade treats. The flexible design makes it easy to get your frozen pops out and you can fill the mold with literally anything, from ice cream, to pudding, to purées, and much MUCH more!

    reviewer holding up a homemade pink popsicle
    the light green popsicle mold next to a few fruit popsicles

    Promising review: "These are great! We used to use rigid plastic molds, but it was always difficult to remove the frozen ice pop. Because these are flexible, you can easily push up from the bottom to dislodge your frozen treat!" —Bob B

    Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in three sizes and three colors). 

    10. A reusable, one-size-fits all iced coffee sleeve that'll help keep your ice from melting and watering down your caramel macchiato while also giving total mermaid vibes. If iced coffee is your favorite part of your day, this will make it *that* much better.

    reviewer holding their coffee in the colorful reusable sleeve
    reviewer's iced coffee next to the ombre blue and purple sleeve

    Promising review: "Omg. Y'all, I'm soooo obsessed with this coffee sleeve! Best invention ever! I gotta have my iced coffee, but being outside and in the car, the ice always melts so fast. And I had been using those Java neoprene sleeves, and they were cute, and they helped with the condensation from the cup but didn't keep it cold long, and it made my cup wobbly. I lost my last one so I got on Amazon, and this new item showed up. Fits any size cup and same price as the neoprene sleeves? Ummmm sold! So, I got to use it today for the first time, and I'm in love. Excuse me while I buy every single color and give them as gifts as well! Don't hesitate. Buy it. Buy three. You will not regret it. As a matter of fact, y'all need a spokesperson? I'll shout from the rooftops how obsessed I am with this product!" —BamaMama1026

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

    11. waterproof pouch so you can bring your phone with you snorkeling on your vacation and capture all that magnificence that is ~under the sea~ — Ariel, Flounder, you there? Oh, and even in this little dry bag you can still use your phone, soooo...underwater selfies!

    reviewer's video underwater of turtles using the waterproof pouch
    reviewer's phone in waterproof pouch

    It fits any phone up to 100 mm x 170 mm (or about 3.9 inches x 6.7 inches). It's also great at keeping out sand and dirt.

    Promising review: "I purchased this case in July for an upcoming canoe trip with a friend, and as luck would have it, we flipped our canoe. Being the rebel that I am, I chose not to wear my phone around my neck, and so it, my ID, and my debit card ended up at the bottom of the river. I assumed it would be discovered a thousand years from now and placed in a museum as an ancient artifact. Fast forward to this week. I was contacted via FB by an Alachua County Sheriff’s Office diver and guess what he found? Yup, my phone case with all of the contents intact and dry as a bone! He had to cut the case open, but there was not one single drop of water in it and he ended up purchasing a case for himself because he was just that impressed!" —Julie McDonald

    Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 14 colors).

    12. An itty bitty ~portable~ grill that really packs the heat. Best part? If you don't have much space, you can fold this baby up and store it away easy-peasy! Bring on that delicious summer taste.

    reviewer's grill with burgers and steaks cooking on it
    reviewer's small grill with charcoal in it and lit

    It folds flat as a pancake and turns into a case with little handles so you can easily move it around. 

    Promising review: "This foldable grill is the greatest!!! I’m not a fan of huge bulky grills because they take up a lot of space, but this grill is so sleek and compact. It’s freaking awesome! Once you’re done, you can store it away almost anywhere with its awesome foldable design. I love this grill a lot." —Louis E.

    Get it from Amazon for $28.

    13. And don't forget a bottle of Lillie's of Charleston mustard barbecue sauce so tasty your tongue will tingle. No need to make your own BBQ sauce for the grilled ribs — throw this in a bowl, douse it on your meat, and enjoy! And if you don't tell anyone this came from a bottle, I'll keep your secret. 😉 

    ribs on a grill that are covered in the bbq sauce
    bottle of barbecue sauce
    Amazon

    Lillie's of Charleston is a Black- and family-owned small biz based in South Carolina that bottles and sells their award-winning sauces and spice mixes inspired by Sunday dinners at Aunt Lillie's house. 

    Promising review: "I grew up in Charleston, SC and this is by far the most authentic South Carolina Mustard BBQ I’ve been able to find. I highly recommend. A true taste of home delivered to my door in Phoenix!" —Jenna Bowen

    Get it from Amazon for $11.62 (available in hot or mild). 

    14. stroller fan that'll wrap around your stroller, car seat, or really anything and keep your little one cool for the summer like Demi Lovato. Going to the zoo on a super hot summer day? Bring this along and worry less about your poor babe melting in the heat.

    reviewer's photo of the stroller fan attached to a car seat
    reviewer's photo of the black fan attached to a stroller

    Promising review: "We live in Florida and realized how badly we needed a fan for our newborn. We use it pretty much on a daily basis. We put it on her car seat and on her stroller when we go on walks. I’ve even propped it up on our desk when I’m working and holding our daughter. The three speeds are great: low usually offers just enough of a cool down and high is very impressive because it’s fast and quiet. The lights we didn’t really need but has been a nice feature to have. Our daughter hates going in her car seat and this helps to distract her sometimes. Plus, since we live in Florida we have to wait to go on walks until later in the day and the light lets us be seen easier. Overall, it’s a great and I’d definitely recommend!" —EmLe

    Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in three colors).

    15. A rechargeable mosquito repellent if you're constantly feeding a mosquito family of 15 your precious blood. No sprays, no scents, no flames, just this magical little answer to your summer prayer. It also comes with a repellent refill annnndd has a 15-foot protection zone! 

    Promising review: "I must admit, I was skeptical about purchasing this product, especially the claims about it protecting a 15-foot radius. I have been a mosquito magnet for my entire life, and up until now, the only way to protect myself was to use spray on repellents that made my skin oily and had to be reapplied frequently. Nothing else worked. No candles, no lighted torches, no yard foggers. The mosquitoes would brave all deterrents and still manage to find me! I had resigned myself to either running indoors when dusk would fall or spray myself down with repellent if I wanted to enjoy my patio in the evening. Until now. This product not only does what it claims, but there is virtually no offensive smell, smoke, or spray that emits from the canister! I placed it on my table as soon as the mosquitoes made their appearance, and at first, they were continuing to find me (I even got one bite), but within 10 minutes of this device being lit, they simply disappeared! I managed to sit outside comfortably until 11 p.m. and didn’t have a gazillion mosquito bites to contend with! I am SOLD on this device and have just placed an order for refills so I don’t run out!" —Maureen Ciliberto

    Get it from Amazon for $19.03+ (available in 13 colors).

    16. Or a bug repellent for when you're out and about and the bugs are feasting on your blood like Dracula. This stuff will help repel insects while also keeping your skin moisturized with a combo of herbs, essential oils, and tansy — an organic herb known for keeping bugs away. Keep the mosquitoes from eating you up with this fragrant, protective bugscreen.

    a bottle of bug repellent
    Goodful Shop

    This stuff can also be added to your sunscreen or body lotion so that they can have bug-repelling powers!

    Get it from our Goodful shop for $20.

    17. Anddddd a "Bug Bite Thing" that suctions bug bites to help reduce swelling, itchiness, and redness, because who wants to be all itchy while trying to enjoy a summer evening? Make sure to have one of these bad boys handy daily if bugs find you scrumptious.

    A BuzzFeed editor's arm with a bite on it
    Rebecca O'Connell / BuzzFeed

    This works on mosquitoes, bees, wasps, biting flies, sea lice, and more!

    Promising review: "This thing is amazing. It turns a week long battle with itching and pain from ant or mosquito bites to only a couple of hours. A lot of times after the first suction the itching goes away completely! This was a game changer for my son who gets eaten by mosquitoes even with bug spray on. Now his bites go away quickly and he’s not scratching at them, making them bleed, etc. I am starting to buy these as gifts! Highly recommend, especially for those with kids!!" —Reyka Smith

    Get it from Amazon for $9.95+ (available in seven colors and in multipacks).

    18. Dress Weights for those super windy summer days where you wanna wear a dress. Where have these been all our lives?! Am I late to the party? No more free shows or avoiding dresses all together. Stick these under your dress or skirt and avoid a Marilyn Monroe moment.

    The dress weight under a dress
    Dress Strong/Etsy

    This New York-based small business focuses on keeping your "cheeks in check" with handmade reusable dress weights.

    Promising review: "Suuuuper helpful and quick to put on a dress! Convenient storage and really stays on there! Had them on my bridesmaid dress and was running/dancing around in Texas heat for about 12 hours and they stayed on! Thank goodness too, otherwise the guests would've gotten a free show. 😂 Wonderful product, would buy 10x over again!" —Allison

    Get a pack of four from Dress Strong on Etsy for $12.75.

    19. time-marked water bottle so you can meet your water goals in style. 😎 If you have trouble remembering to stay hydrated, this baby is here to help you since it's super important to drink water on these blazing hot days.

    reviewer holding clear frosted water bottle with gold cap and time marks in black
    another reviewer showing off the back of the water bottle

    Promising review: "Saw it on TikTok and thought it would be a great bottle for work. It is very sleek and lightweight enough to carry when you have other items in your hand. I love the modern look and cleans very easily! The time increments really do motivate, definitely ordering again for myself and gifts. Fast delivery and very nice packaging." —Rosa

    Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in two sizes and three colors).

    20. curling rod headband for beautiful, juicy curls on those days where you don't wanna style your hair with anyyyyy heat because, I mean, summer.

    reviewer's hair wrapped onto curling headband
    reviewer's curled hair

    This also comes with a claw clip and two scrunchies. So, I bet you're thinking *how does this baby work?* Start with slightly damp hair. Position the curling rod to the middle of your head and secure it with the claw clip then begin to braid one side and wind it around the curler. Once you get the end of your hair, wind it with scrunchies and do the same on the other side. Take it out the next morning and enjoy your voluminous, gorgeous curls!

    Promising review: "I had seen this on TikTok and was interested. Two of my friends got it and showed me their results so I just had to do it. I washed my hair and only put my spray product in, waited til it dried to damp, and wrapped it up. I was surprised how comfortable it was to sleep with in and the curls were just amazing. This is my second time using it and the curls hold well! Highly recommend!" —Lauren

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in eight colors).

    21. A giant bubble wands kit because bubbles + summer is an undefeated combo. With this kit, you don't have to use all the air in your lungs to constantly blow bubbles. Fun for everyone involved.

    Reviewer using the bubble wand to blow giant bubbles on the beach
    Reviewer's child using the bubble wand to blow a giant bubble

    The kit comes with the giant bubble wand, two pouches of bubble concentrate, and a tips and tricks booklet.

    Promising review: "Fantastic product!! My 8-year-old son played outside with them for two solid hours...unplugged...happy as can be! I definitely recommend and will buy again!." —Pxysis

    Get it from Amazon for $13.55+ (available in seven styles).

    22. A pair of totally adorbz fluttery running shorts to keep it cute and keep you cool on your outdoor workouts. They've got built in spandex, they're high-waisted, ANDDD they've got pockets!!

    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 them from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in women's sizes S–2XL and 29 colors). 

    23. 3-in-1 tinted skin conditioner because foundation can be a bit much in warmer weather. This will give you a natural, dewy finish, it's got SPF 11 in it, and it'll help protect, perfect, and hydrate your skin! This stuff is soooo hydrating with all the yummy hyaluronic acid, rosewater, cucumber extract, and Irish sea moss, which all sound like a skin treat. 

    model showing before and after of using tinted skin conditioner
    model showing before and after of using tinted skin conditioner
    Lip Bar

    Note: The ADA recommends choosing a sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher (like one of our faves, Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen), so this wouldn't be sufficient *on its own* for daily coverage! (And check out more sunscreen myths and facts, according to derms we talked to!)

    The Lip Bar is a Black woman-owned small biz and all of its products are vegan and cruelty free (no unnecessary chemicals!!).

    Promising review: "I have acne-prone skin. I’ve suffered with acne for 15 years. This is the FIRST product ever to not cause me to break out. It did not feel like I had make up on. I wore it for a major TV production and it was so easy to wear. I had it in on for 11 hours. I did purchase a shade lighter since I purchased the finishing powder which is more of my skin color. I didn’t know if the tint would oxidize, so I went lighter. I’m three days post wearing it and my skin feels good and no new bumps. I am an African American woman with oily skin and acne scarring. This did me good! It starts and ends with TLB." —Hair Queen

    Get it from Target for $16.99 or The Lip Bar for $17 (available in 12 shades).

    24. A watermelon cutter for some perrrrfect little melon cubes. Super safe to use, even for kids cuz the blades aren't sharp. Warm weather = bring on the watermelon but hold on all the work. 😋

    gif of reviewer using the cutter to easily cut up half a watermelon
    reviewer pic of the stainless steel cutter in a yellow watermelon
    two bowls of perfectly cubed watermelon

    Check it out in action on TikTok here!

    Promising reviews: "This tool is so handy!! I hate cutting watermelon, and this is so fast and easy to use and easy to wash. I cut a watermelon in less than five minutes. It cuts yellow watermelon too!!! The included baller is great for the small leftover, hard-to-reach places." —Andrea Draine

    Get it from Amazon for $12.37

    25. Waterproof Uno cards with little holes on them so they can be transported around on a little clip for some poolside/beach fun. Bring these with you to the pool without worrying about ruining the cards and getting them all wet. 

    I was a camp counselor for years and I loved having these handy at the pool when any of the kids got hurt or didn't feel like being in the water. I'd give those kids these cards so they weren't just stuck at the pool, bored. I will warn you that they can get a little funky if they get wet, just like leaving a wet bathing suit out to dry. I suggest washing these with a little soap and water so that the smell doesn't make you gag. 

    Promising review: "I love this deck of cards! They can be washed and people can touch them with drink residue or whatever else is on their hands and it won’t ruin the cards. That was my motivation behind buying these and it was well worth it! It even comes with a backpack clip to hold the cards in place or for you to clip onto anything! The only complaint guests have is how slick they feel and they sometimes stick together but I don’t mind it!" —Shanice

    Get them from Amazon for $10.99.

    26. A super cute tabletop firepit because nothing's better than s'mores in the summer! It has two steel burn cups to prevent fuel leakage, it's cute and little, and, I mean, who doesn't love a campfire? Bring on the outdoor s'mores parties!

    Just fill this baby up with isopropyl alcohol or bioethanol, light it up, and get this party started.

    Promising reviews: "Came in perfect condition and it's really pretty. Easy to assemble and fill with alcohol. The flame started slow but grew to a very nice size even in the strong breeze. You could take this thing anywhere. There was no smoke, no smell...very clean. WAAAY better than a patio candle!" —Kamp3

    "This is an adorable and very functional mini fire pit for s'mores. It works very well. READ THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! I did, and since there is ethanol fuel involved, you want to be careful. It comes with a metal extinguisher which is very effective." —Jessica S

    Get it from Amazon for $29.99.

    27. And a customizable marshmallow roasting set with four telescoping roasting sticks and a step-by-step guide for making these delectable treats. Perfect marshmallow every time! The sticks fold up to be nice and compact and extend when it's s'mores time, so the only thing that'll be burning is your marshmallow!

    someone roasting a marshmallow over a fire pit using the roasting stick
    the box of four roasting sticks
    Donebetter / Etsy

    Donebetter is a Dennis Port, Massachusetts-based small biz that specializes in all kinds of personalized gifts.

    Promising reviews: "These were the perfect gift for my sister's family who love to make s'mores over their fire pit! The packaging is amazing and the quality is wonderful for gift giving. Perfect!" —Kaitlin Mercurio

    "Absolutely love that these are so long and have blunt ends! The other ones we had were so sharp I was always worried about the kids impaling themselves!" —Laura

    Get it from Donebetter on Etsy for $29.95+ (available engraved or not and in 19 font options). 

    28. continuous water mister for the days that you need to freshen up those curls. Don't you love when people ask you what you use to make your hair curly? Uhm, water. This mister is just what you need to keep your curls poppin' and juicy.

    model using mister to spray another model's hair
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I have curly hair so I am constantly spraying to style it. This thing is amazing. It's a light mist so it's not going to soak just one spot like cheaper bottles do. Plus, it's a continuous spray so it sprays for a few seconds at a time. Love love love it." —Kayleigh

    Get it from Amazon for $5.49+ (available in five sizes and multipacks).

    29. A bottle of Rain-X Original Windshield Treatment to help improve driving visibility and wiper blade performance in those vicious summer storms so you don't have a freakout moment since you can't. see. ANYTHING. Rain, snow, and sleet are no match for this magical repellant.

    Readers also use this to keep their eyeglasses from fogging!

    Promising review: "I had a cheap, untempered windshield that was awful in the rain. A friend of mine from college recommended Rain-X and I was shocked at the difference. I applied it with a soft rag and sat there wondering if it was even on properly. I trusted the system and then later that night took my car out for a drive; it rained while I was out and the difference was instantly noticeable. Before, when using my wipers, streaks would obscure my view so much that any lights would make driving in the rain hard. Now, the droplets don't smear and smaller ones sometimes just roll off. It's pretty great." —Alison J. Gong

    Get two bottles from Amazon for $5.87.

    30. hair butter daily moisturizer for hair types 3 and 4 that'll lock moisture into every one of your gorgeous curls. It's enriched with vitamin E oil and cocoa butter to condition your hair and help keep it strong and lustrous! Summer is the time to let your curls shine and this stuff will help you get the perfect coils you dream of.

    reviewer's moisturized curls
    reviewer holding their jar of moisturizer

    Thank God It's Natural is a Black woman-owned small biz based in Chicago, Illinois that specializes in hair products.

    Promising review: "I have tried almost everything to soften and moisturize my bleached locs! In addition to water, I need an oil base to keep the hydration. Light oils, heavy oils, serums, and other cream moisturizers all fell short. This is the winner! Thankful to have discovered and tried it. I was considering changing my hair color just to retain moisture. Glad I didn’t have to!" —Kelly Jones

    Get it from Amazon for $13.48+ (also available in a pack of two).

    31. A stick of Body Glide anti-chafing balm so you can stop trouble before it even gets to start and *actually* enjoy that Disney trip you're going on despite having to walk all day. This product just asked me to ask you if you wanna be best friends.

    Model applying it under their bra
    Amazon

    Check out what BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord had this to say about this lovely little balm: "I swear by this to the point where if I can't find it in the morning on a summer run, I just won't go out, LOLOL. My boobs chafe SO BADLY under my sports bra bands, no matter what kind I'm wearing, but putting on a tiny bit of this before I leave works like a charm. Absolutely no more friction and no more going 'OW OW OW' in the shower because my literal boob wounds were stinging."

    Promising review: "This was a TikTok buy and it was worth it. Highly recommend it. It does the work. Long-lasting and not sticky at all." —EBATL

    Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in five styles and four types).

    32. Plus a foot blister-preventing balm for those days where you know you're gonna be on your feet all day and your Spidey senses are telling you that a blister will be in store. It creates some sort of, like, magical extra layer between your skin and your shoe to make sure a bump won't hold you back from living your best life all summer.

    model putting blister balm on feet
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Wow. I took this on vacation, during which we walked about 20,000 steps daily. And of course my shoes being to rub against parts of my feet, terribly. But I smeared this on and it was amazing. I did have to reapply a few times a day, in public, but I highly recommend this!! I used it on my toes, ankle area, etc., and my feet felt great (normal)." —Y.

    Get it from Amazon for $9.

    33. A vegan ingrown hair oil to help with those pesky, painful ingrown bumps after shaving or waxing and keep *down there* bikini ready. Wherever your skin gets red and irritated, this stuff will handle it, no prob.

    model skin before and after using oil with red bumps before and bumps gone after using two step routine for three weeks
    Amazon

    Bushbalm is an Ottawa-based small biz that specializes in products for the pubic zone(s) that treat ingrown hairs, dark spots, and razor burn.

    Pstttt! Those results in the pics (above) were achieved by using this with the scrub!

    BuzzFeed Shopping editor Katy Herman uses this to stay smooth after shaving and saysss:

    "I received a sample of this lovely stuff, and I have already seen a difference in how my bikini line looks after shaving! I always struggle with razor bumps in the down-there area specifically, but this oil helps keep it soft, smooth, and bump free! The brand recommends applying it right after getting out of the shower, and you can even use it to spot-treat ingrown hairs. I'm pretty ~scent~sitive to smells, and the tea tree scent is really lovely and refreshing (it smells like a spa)! I also love the pump-style dispenser, so I don't make a greasy mess every time I use it — which, from now on, is gonna be pretty much all the time. I'm sooo excited to wear swimsuits this summer without all the bumps and irritation!"

    Get it from Amazon for $26.

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