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Things You Need to Stay Cool as a Cucumber this Summer
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items Living in AZ, I am no stranger to hot summer months. As the heat waves continue this summer, here are all my hacks to staying cool and beating the heat. From mister fans to summer beauty products, here is everything I use to stay cool and fresh all summer long.
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Misting Fans
Hats
Deodorant
Hydration and Cooling Snacks
Beauty
Pool Necessities
Misting Fans
This is a summer game changer. I have used this thing and been able to sit comfortably on my patio in 107 degrees in AZ and still feel cool. This misting spray really does help make things cooler. I love that this thing is portable and you don't need an outlet to use it. This would also be great to use when camping.
Ausic 9L Portable Misting Fan, 20000mAh Battery
If you have a patio and a hose hook, this would be a perfect addition. The misting action really does cool an area down by a lot. Take it from a gal who wouldn't consider herself handy, they're actually pretty easy to install.
Patio Water Mister Outdoor Mist System
Whether you have a baby or not, a personal size misting fan is a must have. I personally use this to attach to my bike so that I can still bike ride in the AZ heat. This would work great on strollers of course, but also for on the go and at home.
Clip on Stroller Fan with Mist
Hats
For full coverage sun protection, look no further! This is a great hat with the added bonus of having a ponytail hole so that you can you still wear a hat and pony tail. This is great for hiking or stand up paddle boarding.
Women Sun Hat Summer Bucket Wide Brim Ponytail Boonie UV Protection Hat Foldable Cool Mesh Beach Cap, Beige
This is the perfect baseball hat! It's super cute and you can wear a high ponytail/bun with this. I have bought two of these before so that I could leave one at my parents' place because I love it so much.
Womens Criss Cross Ponytail Baseball Cap
This is a super cute sun hat! Perfect for pool days or a fun brunch outfit accessory. And with the added bonus of protecting you skin!
Straw Essential Floppy Hat - Shade & Shore™ Black: Midweight Woven Sun Hat, Adjustable Strap, One Size
Deodorant
I'll be honest, I'm a sweaty gal, espeically in the summer. This is the only deodorant that helps me not have big pit stains. I use this year round.
Carpe Underarm Antiperspirant Deodorant for Women and Men, Fresh Powder, 1.69 fl oz
Feel like your deodorant isn't working as well as it used to? Try out this armpit scrub to give yourself a reset. It really does work!
Carpe Underarm Exfoliating Scrub with Odor Protection - Minty Fresh
I have sensitive skin, and I am able to use this with no problems! I feel that it does actually help. I use it mainly on underboob, elbow crease, and knee creases.
Secret Whole Body Stick Aluminum Free Deodorant for Women - Peach & Vanilla - 2.4oz
The girls who know, know about this. Mega babe is a lifesaver for chaffing. I use it all the time for when I know I will be walking a lot.
Megababe Thigh Rescue Lotion Anti-Chafe Stick - 2.12oz
Hydration and Cooling Snacks
Part of staying cool is staying hydrated. I love Owala water bottles because they will keep your liquids cool all day long. I also love the dual sip top because it has a spout with a straw and the option to take a swig out to drink it.
Owala 32oz FreeSip Stainless Steel Water Bottle
If you hate carrying your water bottle, you're gonna need this. This carrying case is cute, and can fit a 32 oz owala! The additional pockets have space to fit a phone and wallet too.
Blogilates Water Bottle Sling - Peach: Polyethylene & Polyester Drinkware Accessory
Miley Cyrus said this will cure hangovers and keep you hydrated, and if Miley says so, it must be true! It actually does work for hangovers, but is also excellent for rehydrating. Not just for babies!
Pedialyte Electrolyte Powder Variety Pack - 8ct/2.4oz
Ok if you're feeling weird about buying Pedialyte for yourself, try liquid IV. This stuff actually tastes good, and it works. I use it all the time, both before and after I know I'm goin to be doing something outside where I'll be losing a lot of water.
Liquid I.V. Hydration Electrolyte Powder Supplements - Variety Pack - 11.85oz/21ct
Man these are so good. Chocolates and cherries are an amazing combo. These are some of my favorite ice cream bars.
Yasso Frozen Greek Yogurt Cherry Chocolate Crunch - 10.6 fl oz/4ct
These are some of my favorite fruit pops! They're so yummy, and pretty low cal. Perfect treat to cool yourself off with.
Outshine Mango Frozen Fruit Bar - 6ct
Beauty
Ice rollers are seriously the best! Not only do they help you cool down, but they also help make your face less puffy. I like to use it after I have just put on my skin care because I feel like it really helps massage the products into my skin.
Beauty by Earth Ice Roller for Face and Puffy Eyes
When its summer and hot, you need something that is going to hold your make up. This setting spray does it, and it also feels cool on your skin. As a sensitive skin girly, this doesn't irritate my skin either.
Makeup Setting Spray Organic Sunscreen SPF 30 - COOLA | Ulta Beauty
Love this undereye stick! It helps hydrates your undereyes, and actually feels cool to the skin. Pro tip, put this in the fridge for a second before applying!
Rose Glow & Get It Cooling & Brightening Eye Balm - TULA | Ulta Beauty
Ok so maybe you forgot the sun screen… whoops. Grab some aloe vera to help soothe your skin and speed up your sun burn recovery. I always have some of this oh hand. Pro tip: pop this in the fridge for a few mins before applying.
Green Aloe Vera Gel -16oz - up&up™
Flat clips are the best. They're way comfier than other traditional claw clips. You can lay down in these an everything. And they do a good job at holding your hair back.
TELETIES Medium Flat Square Hair Clip - Coconut White
This is the best scrunchy ever. It's super comfy and doesn't leave a bump in your hair even after wearing for a long time. I love these scrunchies so much, I have bought multiple.
LILYSILK Silk Hair Scrunchies for Frizz&Breakage Prevention, 100% Mulberry Silk Hair Ties No Damage, Elastic Silk ponytail Holders, 1Pc, Black
Pool Necessities
No pool of your own? No problem with Resort Pass! With Resort Pass, you can get day passes to local pools and spas, usually at nice hotels, for a pretty good price. It's a great way to get out of your house in the summer while still staying cool. This is also a perfect way to treat your self to a day at a fancy hotel. Pro tip: book spa services through resort pass and not the hotels or spas directly, as resort pass usually has them slightly less expensive.
ResortPass | Book a Day Pass to a Hotel starting at only $25
This towel is great! I used to do competitive swimming and we would use these towels all the time at swim meets in the summer. They are super absorbent, but they take a little time to dry out, so when they're damp, they're nice to lay on yourself to stay cool.
Swim Chamois Towel
Sunscreen is a must in the summer, you need to protect you skin. This is the only facial sunscreen my sensitive and acne prone skin can handle. I will be buying this over and over again.
Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Liquid Face Sunscreen SPF 50 - 1.7 fl oz
One of the only sunscreens that doesn't irritate my sensitive and acne prone skin. Love the size of this because it is travel size friendly. Will be buying again!
Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50, Face & Body - 0.5 fl oz
You can't have summer without sunscreen. This sunscreen is sensitive skin friendly, and really easy to apply. Make sure to stock up on this!
Neutrogena Beach Defense Sunscreen Spray, SPF 50, 6.5oz
Fans
Is this not the cutest little hand fan? This thing works really well at keeping you cool. And it's small enough to throw in a purse.
JISULIFE Handheld Mini Fan, 3-in-1 Hand Fan and Portable USB Rechargeable Pocket Fan - White: Personal Handheld Fan, Battery Operated, 3 Speeds
This is one of the best fans out there. Everyone in my family has a Woozoo fan. It is super powerful and will keep your bedroom fully cool.
IRIS WOOZOO Oscillating 3 Speed Setting with Remote
A tower fan is a must have for keeping any room cool. My living room has a cieling fan and I have a/c, but I still use this tower fan, especially during AZ summers. The osciliating function and 5 speeds are great.
Holmes 42" Digital Oscillating 5 Speed Tower Fan with Clear Read Display and Remote Control Black
Cooling Covers
I was skeptical of a the powers of a cooling blanket, but they do actually help! While the cooling side doesn't stay cool 100% of the time, its easy enough to flip over to let it get cool again, and it is still lighter than a traditional blanket or c... I sleep hot and I do think it helps.
Cooling Blanket Lightweight Breathable Blanket Skyway Throw Size Breathable and Made of Polyamide with a Touch of Ice Cream
Blackout blinds are a must for keeping your room cool. Not only will it keep your room fully dark, it will help keep your room cooler from preventing any sunlight from getting in. These curtains are easy to install.
GoodGram 2 Pack: Basic Solid Colored Blackout Curtain Panels - 52 in. W x 84 in. L, Black
Take it from a gal living in AZ, a sun shade is a must. I used to think sun shades didn't do anything, but they actually really do. If you don't have one, you need one!
Collapsible SUV Car Sunshade
If curtains aren't your thing, here are some black out blinds. Blackout blinds are a game changer for keeping room cool and keeping light out (therefore allowing you to sleep in longer). Highly recommend these ones!
allen + roth 34-in x 64-in White Blackout Cordless Cellular shade