46 Summer Must

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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: "I am very sensitive to UV rays and I burn very easily. Discovering these UV stickers was the best thing to ever happen to my vacations. They take the guesswork out of knowing when to reapply your sunblock, helping you stay burn free without watching the clock and doing math. These work with both lotion and spray on sunscreen. One sticker works all day long and doesn't come off while you are out having fun." —Rachel W.

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

Check out a TikTok of the portable charger in action.

Promising review: "The holy grail of portable chargers!!! I was traveling to Disney for vacation and knowing me, I would drain my battery with just taking pictures alone. I wanted a portable battery but didn’t want to carry a cord either, so I was excited when I found this little baby! It does exactly as described, pretty pink color, and I get one full charge of battery for my iPhone 11. Get it, you will not be disappointed!" —Meghan Doble

Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in six colors).

Check out a TikTok of the portable fan in action.

Promising review: "Our vacation planner suggested getting something like this for when you're waiting in line at an amusement park when the sun is out. Best advice ever, used this when we were at Disney this past year. It's lightweight and doesn't weigh you down, the fan has adjustable speeds and also includes a phone charger via USB A port and also a flashlight function. Love that it folds up nice and small, great fan that I'd recommend to anyone!" —Andrew

Get it from Amazon for $14.39+ (available in four colors).

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

Promising review: "Summer must-have. This fan works! I tried another brand, and it was too noisy. At first, thought it wasn't powerful enough, but I was wrong. It kept me cool in the hot sun in Orlando at theme parks. I kept it on low most of the time as I didn’t need it higher and turned it off when inside; it lasted over eight hours. Definitely recommend. I even wore my hair down, and it didn't get tangled." —Miami girl

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

PS: The feel-good formula is vegan and cruelty-free.

Promising review: "I picked this up because I am always on the hunt for an SPF face spray. This is the most perfect one. It smells amazing!! It also leaves me all glowy looking but not greasy." —Jacki

Get it from Ulta for $16.80 (originally $24).

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

Promising review: "My son is now 13 months old and I love this thing just as much as last summer when he was tiny! He moves all around in the stroller and wants to SEE everything! So much for the attached shade protecting him from the sun...we use this all the time and he’s protected and can still see all around him (and I can see him which I love as with the stroller shade up I can’t see him). I’m always sad when it’s windy and hard to use but other than that we love it! Must-have for hot, dangerous summer sun! I use it all the time on walks, outings to the beach, pool, zoo, etc! My baby got a little sun when using only our car seat/stroller and I didn’t want to ever take a chance at him getting burnt so I got this and I'm SO glad I did! It is extremely adjustable and I can make it work for so many different things. It keeps him cooler and safe from damaging sun rays!" —R. Jung

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

Promising review: "For the money you can’t beat 'em! These look amazing on my face — like a $300 pair of sunglasses. I have tried multiple pairs and this brand looks and feels comparable to pairs from Ray-Ban or Prada. I have a smaller face and to me this pair fits the best, perfect for my nose and brow line. I couldn’t be happier, just wish there were 6 stars so everyone would know how amazing they are. If you are questioning whether or not they will look as good on you as they do in the photos, yes...yes, they do." —Christina

Get them from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in seven styles).

Get them from Burga for $149 (available in six colors).

The Ring Thing comes from BringThings, Inc., a woman-owned company dedicated to making "stylish, functional products." They donate a portion of each sale to A portion of each sale to anti-human trafficking non-profits.

Promising review: "Just what I was looking for! I feel much more comfortable having my engagement ring with me on travels and camping rather than just thrown into my usual travel jewelry box. The Ring Thing feels very well made, secure, and portable. Love that it comes with three rubber rings to separate the engagement ring from the wedding band to prevent scratches. Would definitely recommend." —Nicki Goitia

Get it from Ring Thing Designs on Etsy or Amazon for $19.95 (available in four colors).

Paper Shoots feature four shooting modes — color, black and white, sepia, and cool tone — and all photos save to an SD card.

Promising review: "Loving how in the moment this keeps me. Walking down the street, saw a mural that spoke to me, snapped this and kept walk. No scrolling on my phone, checking my email since it was out or worrying about the outside world. Appreciate that it shoots in color as well as black and white. Will be getting a function card and light soon! Cannot wait to continue traveling with it, including bringing my Paper Shoot Camera to Italy instead of my 35mm film camera and having to worry about the development process and cost. Great product!" —Amanda

Get it from Paper Shoot for $135 (see all designs here).

The Bug Bite Thing (of Shark Tank fame) works on bites from mosquitoes, bees, wasps, biting flies, no-see-ums, and more. Basically, the gadget sucks out insect venom and saliva — two things that lead to itchiness and irritation. With that out, your skin should stop swelling and be back to normal in no time!

Promising review: "I am a magnet for bites of all kinds and carry topical and medicines with me at all times — so I figured this would be a good product to see if it really works. I woke up with a bug bite on my arm so I used this little tool (three times per the instructions) — immediately after using, it stopped itching! And less than 24 hours later the bump/bite gone! There is a very faint red mark from using the thing, but a small price to pay IMO. Bottom line: it’s awesome. I’m carrying it with me everywhere!" —Rebecca

Get it from Amazon for $9.90+ (available in four colors and sets of one or two).

The Fileist is a Los Angeles-based, woman-owned small biz creating fashionable-yet-functional accessories designed to make your life just a bit easier.

Promising review: "Love! Love! Love it! Very sturdy grip, and fashionable! I have had skin cancer numerous times, including melanoma. This is a must-have to keep me safe and fashionable — vacation or otherwise. I have thrown it in the overhead on a plane or shuffled through crowded venues, prior to COVID-19, and never lost my hat. This is a great gift, first to myself, and now to others! Thank you for keeping me safe and on point at an affordable price!" —Emily K.

Get it from The Fileist for $55 (also available in black/gold).

It fits any phone up to 100mm x 170mm (or about 3.9 inches x 6.7 inches). It's also a great fix for keeping out sand and dirt (and a great option for runners if you're caught in the rain but still want to be able to toggle through your music options).

Promising review: "This waterproof case is AMAZING!!! I purchased it in July 2016 as a cheaper alternative to an underwater digital camera. My family and I went on a seven-day cruise, and I gambled with this purchase and hit the jackpot. It not only amazingly and easily waterproofed my big iPhone 6 Plus with a slim protective case, but it had some wiggle room to put my credit card, room key, and some cash, too. It ALSO took amazingly clear and crisp pictures and video through the plastic, AND not only that, but the videos had pretty clear sound too!!! This case surprised me and my family, and it gave us an opportunity to capture memories of a lifetime. I have been using it this whole summer as well. I will forever praise this waterproof case!!!" —M. Lopez

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

Promising review: "This product is great to have on hand when you wear sandals in the summer. As I frequently travel for work and when one flies, your feet can swell, this keeps my feet from getting irritated." —Phyllis Frazer

Get it from Amazon for $9.

Check out a TikTok of the mosquito-repelling bracelets in action.

Promising review: "I moved last year from Southern California to North Carolina. Bugs of all types have always been attracted to me but the amount of bites I got last summer was WILD. Someone gave me one of these types of bracelets to use one day and it seemed to work SOOOOOO I decided to buy myself an arsenal to prepare for this summer. I read the reviews and about 99% of them had great results. I've only used this bracelet twice but both times I was outside and un-touched. Delivery was very quick so that was a plus. I'm not fond of the smell, I'm hyper sensitive to smells, but I'd rather have the odor than being chewed alive." —Tracey Agopian

Get a ten-pack from Amazon for $9.99.

Promising review: "On our summer trip to visit family, my 17-month-old son was unusually clingy due to the unfamiliar environment. He wanted to be held A LOT. My arms were constantly sore and I looked for a solution on Amazon — and the Tushbaby came to my rescue!! It is 20x easier to hold him using this 'saddle.' It was a lifesaver around the house — I can very easily hold him with less than one hand while making a bottle, etc — and awesome at the zoo because it’s like using a baby carrier except he just sits on the saddle without the need to be strapped in and you can pick him up and put him down effortlessly. And finally, it was an unexpected bonus at the airport where it turned out to be easier to just carry him in the TB instead of pushing the stroller around. So it turned out to be a super star baby product and I’m so glad I got it." —BethesdaMD

Get it from Amazon for $84.99 (available in four colors/designs).

Promising review: "Bought it for an overseas trip and it worked great. We used it both in a hotel room when the room safe was out of order and on the beach. I look forward to using it on outings this summer and I think it will be a very useful addition to my travel staples. I packed in my luggage full of toiletries and sunscreen so it didn't feel like it took up a ton of space and I could carry it in my purse/tote without it feeling too bulky. That said, you can fit a lot into it." —laurel

Get it from Amazon for $44.95+ (available in five colors).

Promising review: "Got this to use at the beach this summer and it did its job. Kept the sand off, easy to hold, travel with, and didn't get too hot by the sun. A keeper in my book." —Davo301

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in six color/size combinations).

Promising review: "I love this bag! I took it on my very first cruise this summer and it was perfect. The front zipper pocket kept my cruise card and phone from getting sandy. The little padding on the strap helped my shoulder a lot when everyone decided to put their stuff in my bag. Lol. The first time I used the bottom part for my wet towel and swimsuit. The next time I added Dr. Peppers and some snacks with a cooling pack. Zipper is easy to open and my stuff stayed cold on the beach. It really does hold a lot. I had two microfiber towels, two large goggles, flippers, a camera and extra batteries, chips, Dr. Peppers, fruit, tennis balls, umbrella, two phones, four pairs of flip-flops, sunscreen, and misc. other stuff in there with room to spare. I will recommend this bag to every one of my outdoors-loving friends!" —bailey verrett

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

Promising review: "I have had these for a while before writing my review. I wanted to use them several times first. So far, I've used them for my travels both summer and winter — they pack easily and are super comfy. Every time I've worn them, I receive compliments on how cute they are. I was REALLY pleased with them when I visited Chico Hot Springs in Montana last year. It was so NICE to slip into these water shoes and NOT have to walk all the way across the COLD tiles and metal stairs to the motel building! I've laundered them when I've returned home — always allowing them to air dry — and placed them back in my suitcase so they're ready for my next trip!" —Rick Abbott

Get them from Amazon for $9.88+ (available in women's sizes 4/5–13.5, men's sizes 3/4–12, and in 44 colors/designs).

Promising review: "Girlfriend and I bought these for traveling, and used them at the Newark Airport to sleep for several hours on a layover! Getting them inflated took some time, but overall we loved these! Packed easily in our carry-on packs, super comfortable, and saved us the cost of a hotel in NYC on St. Patrick's weekend! Will be using them again this summer on our trip to Europe! They have already paid for themselves five or six times over!" —Jesse Flegal

Get it from Amazon for $38.98 (available in 16 colors/prints).

Promising review: "Bought these for a trip to the Bahamas and was well worth it! Will be folding them up to keep in the cars all summer. Very sturdy and easy for kids to push open and play." —Morgan Ohara

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in three sizes).

Don't forget to get an electric pump, too!

Promising review: "This is a great pool for a quick dip in the backyard! I really like how deep it is, and it fits our family of three (plus one Goldendoodle) perfectly! The sides are sturdy plastic, and the bottom is a nice heavy vinyl. We used our electric car pump to blow it up, and it worked like a charm; very easy! This pool is a must-have for summer! 👙" —Beko

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

Promising review: "My dog loves this thing and when we travel she uses it as her home base or safe space. This is the only thing she's been a little selfish about. I bought the medium and well she's a small dog — just a little CKCS Spaniel. So it's a bit oversized for her but she can really sprawl out on the pad and reposition herself when a part stops being cool. In the summer you can see the relief it brings. I find this pad really eased worries about her overheating during heat waves. This is probably the best dog product I've ever bought. The material does stain if introduced to blueberries or cranberries. Oops! On the upside, though, it doesn't hang on to unpleasant smells too much." —Shyuehwa

Get it from Amazon for $18.50+ (available in seven colors).

Plus, when you flip back over, there's a pillow that covers the hole to keep your head comfortable.

Promising review: "This is typically more than I would have spent on a lounge chair, but after seeing it on TikTok, I had to buy one!! The arm and face hole make tanning the backside so easy and comfortable!" —Keely Shay

Get it from Amazon for $51.75+ (available in four colors/patterns).

Promising review: "These stakes are well-constructed and heavier than I expected. I tried the holders on a variety of bottles and wine glasses with great results. They are plenty long enough to hold the wine bottle and the glasses securely. " —Patrick W.

Get a set of five from Amazon for $14.99.

Promising review: "The adults in this house love water balloons but not the mess….. plus with toddlers around, it didn’t quite make sense to have water balloons but we saw a random video on TikTok and HAD to find reusable water balloons to try out. These were the first ones we bought to try out, and WHOA we were blown away! Super easy to for the 2- and 3-year-old to use, which means more fun for all of us!! Do not think twice or continue with regular water balloons, you’ll waste precious time cleaning up and filling that could be used to make memories." —Taurus

Get them from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in packs of 4, 6, 12, 16, 18, and 20).

Megababe is a woman-owned small business from entrepreneur, body acceptance advocate, and influencer Katie Sturino.

Promising review: "A must-have for summer. Any thicc thigh folks will know that the summer can be tough. I saw this on TikTok and gave it a shot. It's perfect with shorts or a dress on the inner thighs. I've heard of people with other bodily chafing issues using it on those parts of their body with success." —Faith

Get it from Megababe on Amazon for $13.95.

Promising review: "We LOVE this thing. We vacationed in Egypt for scuba diving in June. After the diving part, we toured Cairo and surrounding places, mostly on foot. Yes, it was freaking HOT. Being used to a humid climate, the well-intentioned 'yeah, but it's a DRY heat' didn't lessen the discomfort we felt. This was a lifesaver. It will always be in my travel pack, and I can use it for gardening and any other activity outside during the summer. I highly recommend!" —Native Texan

Get it from Amazon for $13.97.

Check out a TikTok of the wine bag in action.

Promising review: "What a genius idea. I've brought it to several outings, and it has saved me tons of money, as wine is so marked up everywhere. Each bladder holds a big 1.5L of wine, so I happily share with friends; and they are all wanting one too. I am thinking margaritas and mixed drinks at the beach this summer as well. It comes with three different bladders, so the sky is the limit. I have had no problem washing and air drying the bladders to refill. The purse is made well and has been very durable for me. This should definitely be on your wish list!" —Denise DiUbaldi

Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in five colors/patterns).

Promising review: "A must-have for hot summer days! This was a replacement for another brand. I have been using it for about three months. It has more capacity than my other one, which still worked fine, but this one is a clear upgrade. It is good quality and is working well. Easy to clean and dispensing action works well." —Wade Marquardt

Get it from Amazon for $14.98+ (available in two sizes and colors).

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).

Black Girl Sunscreen is a Black woman-owned business whose sunscreen is designed not to leave a white cast on melanated skin. It's ultra sheer, water-resistant, and super nourishing thanks to its all-natural ingredients. Plus, it's cruelty-free! They also make sunscreen for kids with SPF 50.

Promising review: "I’ve tried many, many sunscreens that claim to blend and not leave a white cast when applied. This was so much better than I expected. A nickel-size amount goes a long way and blends into a smooth, dewy finish. I also didn’t notice a scent so there was no worries of walking around smelling like sunscreen." —Target Customer

Get it from Target for $15.99 or from Black Girl Sunscreen for $18.99.

Modern Picnic is a woman-owned small biz from Ali Kaminetsky. I have the brand's Luncher in green faux croc and no one believes me when I say it's a lunchbox! It's just the right size for a small meal/smattering of snacks as it can fit a sandwich and side salad or a few hard seltzers, cheese, crackers, hummus, and veggies. I like that there are built-in slots for my utensils so they don't get lost in the bottom of the bag and the whole thing is rather rigid so if you're carrying something heavy like a drink, it won't make the bottom sag.

Promising review: "To everyone out there — you NEED this!! You can use this chic classy tote for: lunch for work, snacks for kids, breastmilk transport from work, IVF injectables (so you can actually leave your house and not carry a cooler). I could go on and on! I want one for every season!! Thank you for making my life classier. The Luncher just makes me smile with all the possibilities it can be used for." —Heather

Get it from Modern Picnic for $159 (currently available in 13 colors/styles).

Check out a TikTok of the computer shade in action.

Promising review: "Great product! Finally able to work by the pool without the computer overheating or the glare making it difficult to answer emails efficiently. A must-buy for anyone who works remotely and wants to soak up some summer vitamin D." —Jackie Wittlinger

Get it from Amazon for $54.99+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "Really great bug zapper and keeps my patio free of any mosquitoes. This is a must-have for the summer time in Florida." —Annie

Get it from Amazon for $34.99.

Promising review: "Love it! We have movie night almost every weekend when it’s not too cold. Easy to assemble and it’s sturdy. Make sure you use the stakes to hold it down on windy days…" —Patrick Williams

Get it from Amazon for $109.99+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "Speaker is a lifesaver at the water park, while grilling, or anywhere. A summer must-have. Sounds really good for such a small speaker." —Jake

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in various colors).

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).

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

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

The stand — from Faircraft, a sustainable home goods shop based in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania — has room for two drinks and a snack in the center bowl. Plus, it has a built-in bottle opener so you don't have to do that trick where you use one beer bottle to open another and then end up cracking them both in the process. (Couldn't be me. 💁‍♀️)

Promising review: "I love this piece so much. It's perfect for people who love to spend time outside drinking cold ones." —Sarah Smiles

Get it from Faircraft on Etsy for $60.

Promising review: "I originally was searching for a cat enclosure for our cat who likes to go outside whenever we take our dog out to go potty and I wanted something to keep him in the backyard with him trying to escape. After looking through many enclosures and playpens, I was almost ready to just spend $30 on a SMALL pet playpen for my adult cat. I happened to stumble across this product before checking out and it seemed big enough for an adult cat so I purchased this product instead. When receiving the product, I was shocked to see how big the playpen actually was. This playpen was able to fit both my adult cat and dog comfortably who both were excited to roll around outside in cat nip lol. This product is going to be handy during the summer time, when we have cookouts and both pets want to be outside. Definitely worth the price!" —Brianna Wright

Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and in three colors).

The XL hammock is made from parachute material and can fit two people or up to 500 pounds. It comes with two 10-feet-long straps (each with 18 loops) and two locking carabiners so you can adjust the height and slack.

Promising review: "Oh my god! Where to start? Okay so this hammock is like so easy to hang up! Like I hang it up in two minutes. It fits me and my roommate in any position be it sitting down doing homework or laying down talking about life while having it closed to avoid the sun ( that’s how much space). It is fresh so it isn’t like disgusting laying in your own sweat or anything. It's also so easy to put back in the small and convenient pouch! I love it!!! If I could give it like a million stars I would! If I could also control Virginia’s weather and make it nice enough to be in the hammock everyday I would do that too." —Ruth Delgado

Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in two sizes and 18 colors).

Promising review: "This has been the best purchase for summer! Our entire family — parents, teenagers and preteens — love using it. It's a big hit when friends come over as well. Everything seems very sturdy, my husband weighs 300+ pounds and he's been on it as well. We look forward to lots of fun with it, maybe even walking without the trainer one day." —Carolyn Boone

Get it from Amazon for $44.99+ (available with or without training line).

Promising review: "Exactly what I was looking for. I have a wide double stroller for my kids and I need both hands on the stroller. Trying to hold the leash in my hand while holding the handle just complicated things. This leash is hands-free and great for self-correcting when my dog pulls as it has a bungee. It also has an extra D-ring to attach my doggie poop bags. I can even shorten or extend the length of the leash for what type of control I need. Great product and the price wasn't bad at all either." —Tommy

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two sizes and 10 colors).

The Inside is a small home furnishings brand that partners with heritage design brands like Scalamandré and Old World Weavers. Once you buy a cabana chair, you can also buy extra slings (for $35) that way you can periodically change up the fabric/print.

Promising review: "This chair has come with me to the beach, it pops out on a sunny day in my backyard and it stores easily in my garage — it’s a nice weather must have!" —Patricia A.

Get it from The Inside for $129 (available in 97 colors/prints).

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