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Just 35 Things That’ll Help You Fight Notorious Spring Villains Like Dust, Pollen, And Rain
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We hope you love our recommendations! While every product is independently chosen by our editors, BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. You can read more about how our affiliate partnerships work in our Editorial Standards & Ethics Guide. Conquer dust, pollen, rain, weeds, heat, bugs, and more. Lots of reviewers use this to help piercings heal! Promising reviews: "As a fair-skinned person who's sensitive to heat and sun, gets itchy-dry eyes/lashes, this spray helps with all of that. I love using it in my skincare routine post-shower for added hydration. I’ll also just randomly spritz throughout the day for a refresh. I’ll spray on a cotton pad and wipe my eyelids down if they’re irritated. If you’ve gotten a bit too much sun, this also works wonders. It’s literally like the dad in My Big Fat Greek Wedding and his Windex spray bottle — 'put some Windex on it' — noooo, put some hypochlorous acid spray on it because it’ll 100% make it better!!" —Tara Peterson "Better than Tower 28. Why spend the money on the brand name when this works so well, if not better!" —LAURA Martino Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in four sizes and multi-packs). Promising review: "Well, I just received this thing yesterday and tried it on my 2-year-old, who has seasonal allergies and has all sorts of mucus going on. WHEN I TELL YOU SHE DIDN'T EVEN FLINCH. She was laughing! She loved the lights and music and thought the suction tickled, but her nose is completely clear now. Not only did we get snot, but we also got every single boogie. The best part is there was no battle, and I didn’t have to put my mouth anywhere near yuckies." —Taylor DeShazer Get it from Amazon for $33.99 (available in eight colors). Promising review: "I wanted something that would clean my baby’s paws after our walks because I didn’t want germs or dirt coming into the house. It smells great, it works well, and I can see that the rubber part doesn’t bother my doggy! It’s super easy to use, and I use it to keep her paws clean and my house clean! 10/10, especially for the price point!" —Thia Promising review: "I love this air purifier. As someone with chronic allergies and a hatred of dust, the automatic adjustment of this was exactly what I was looking for. It has a status indicator, a wonderful app that I’ve had no issues with, and — best of all — Alexa integration. Setup was easy, and even on the maximum power setting, it’s not too loud. If you keep it on auto like I do, you’ll never even hear this thing running." —Tucker Souder Get it from Amazon for $159.89+ (available in black and white). Read more about nasal rinses and allergies at Cleveland Clinic. Promising review: "I seldom write reviews, but this nasal spray deserves its five stars. My nose was SO stopped up I couldn’t breathe through it for several days. When this arrived, I put it to the test, and within 30 seconds, I could breathe. Magic! This stuff would be worth $100 a bottle. It really does work. So far, I’ve been nasal congestion-free for eight hours. If you are looking for a fast remedy, don’t hesitate. This stuff is like having a decongestant genie in a bottle, granting your wish to smell the air once more." —Sad Eyes Get it from Amazon for $8.34 (also available in multipacks). Promising review: "I bought this because of spring allergies. Using it reduces the irritation and sneezing caused by pollen." —Sam t. Grampa's Gardenware Co. is a family-owned small business that makes products that make gardening, weeding, or harvesting your land a little easier. Promising review: "Oh my god, I friggin' love this tool. I bought this on a whim, given that my husband and I bought our first house and know nothing about caring for a yard, and boy, has it come in handy. Our new house had a ton of weeds in the front yard, and this tool helped me get most of them out in no time. In fact, the process of yanking out the weed was strangely satisfying! I don't think anyone can say that weeding is fun, but this tool made it as close to fun as you can get" —JG Promising reviews: "Awesome tool! Works so well. So glad I bought it." —Loretta Blomberg "Doesn’t disrupt nearby plants. For weeds with long roots like bindweed, follow along the weed's root. You’ll get a feel for it with practice. The tip has a sharper angle than my last one, so it's good for cutting the roots of shallow-rooted plants. It’s a game-changer, for sure. Good, sturdy, well-made, and has a comfortable handle." —Hanna Promising review: "Quick and easy to use. Makes life easier when we're on the go and don't have time to spray. Portable and it definitely kept us from being eaten alive by mosquitoes." —LotusDaughter For best results, replace every four hours. Promising review: "I'm mosquito heaven and get eaten alive every spring and summer. I've used the spray bug stuff in the past, but I really don't like spraying it on my skin. I put one of these bracelets on an ankle and one on the opposite wrist before playing pickleball and haven't had one bite yet!" —Amazon Customer Promising review: "I've had KP forever, and I get flare-ups from heat, friction, and sweat on my legs really bad in summer. I use this exfoliator after I shave my legs, and it does wonders for the skin. Not only does it calm the angry bumps when I have a flare-up, but it also helps to soothe the skin and prevent future bumps. I don't know how I was surviving without this product for so long." —Lindsay Get it from Amazon for $12+ (available in four sizes). You'll get an extendable pole, a hand duster, and two microfiber pads. Promising review: "Got pets? Got dust? GET THIS NOW. I used to hate seeing nasty-looking fans, and this thing does the job so easily. I'm only 5-feet-4-inches-tall, and all I have to do is one swipe per blade, and my fans are clean. It was worth every penny because it has replacement pads, too, and can be washed. The quality is better than Swiffer because it gets both sides, and I don't have to hope that the feather-y stuff is getting everything off. One of the best cleaning products we own." —Morganne FYI: These wipes now come in new packaging, so don't be alarmed if yours doesn't look like those pictured above! Promising review: "Used for a business trip where I had to be dressed up for 12 hours in the heat for several days in a row. Even used these after getting off flights, needing to refresh before meetings. Made me feel fresh, almost showered, and the deodorizing smell was long-lasting and subtle. Definitely recommend!" —Amazon Customer Promising review: "Amazing!! This thing works so well to get rid of excess oil on my face without disturbing my makeup. And it’s so nice to have this little rollerball instead of the sheets I usually use. I’m very glad to have it!" —Sarah Promising review: "Nice, inconspicuous, low-profile doormat that can be used indoors or out. No danger of tripping! I will order more to help keep the spring mud and debris from being tracked around the house." —Jane Barker Hun Get it from Amazon for $14.44+ (available in five sizes and 34 styles). Quitch is a small business founded by moms who were tired of using bug spray on their kids! Adult reviewers are loving 'em, too! Promising review: "These are the best for when my son gets bitten by mosquitoes. He usually welts up pretty bad. These help with the scratching." —Brenda Diaz Promising review: "This is a lifesaver! I was skeptical at first, but after using it on several mosquito bites, I’m amazed at how well it works. It provides instant relief by reducing the itch and swelling, all without needing any creams or chemicals." —kezra2010 Get it from Amazon for $8.46 (available in six colors). Results should last through 3–4 shampoos! Promising review: "This stuff is legit amazing. Mississippi heat down here — 'real feel' is 111 most days. My hair usually starts to look frizzy and sorta funky wavy in some spots as soon as I leave the house due to the ridiculous humidity we have here. I am so impressed. Somehow, it gave my usually flat-to-my-head hair some volume as well. All I did was shampoo, conditioner, towel dry, and then blow-dry with tension like the back of the bottle says." —ChrisandLeslie Get it from Amazon for $30+ (available in two formulas and travel sizes). Promising review: "Not much I can say about this item except that it really does work. I sprayed it on my siding, and the next day, I went out, and the green mildew was gone. I sprayed it on my deck, and it took the green off the wood. Great stuff. Will buy again and again." —Diane BuzzFeed Shopping contributor Negesti Kaudo had this to say about the ChomChom roller: "I just got one of these, and I use it on everything. My chow chow puppy is only seven months old, so we haven't even hit his true shedding season, but he's already started leaving fur any and everywhere around my house. This roller keeps my couch, bed, blankets, and definitely my clothes, looking like I don't even have a dog at home. It's my new favorite product, seriously." Promising review: "I've had it in my possession for like two hours, and I've cleaned everything. The couch, the blinds, the cat tree pad, the chair; I'm obsessed. I feel like this thing should win an award for being so awesome. I feel like it should be in raffle baskets and giveaways, and silent auctions for every event that highlights 'things cat people need.' It's better than those sticky rollers, and it's better than the one-directional velvet wand thing that I always use the wrong way. It's the best." —Meowser Get it from Amazon for $14.70+ (available in three colors). Promising review: "This is the best fan I have ever had! It gets hot where I live — over 100 degrees in the summer. A fan is a necessity. I have had and used at least a dozen fans in my life, and this one is my favorite! It is quiet! It has a few different settings. At first, I thought that most of the settings were a gimmick, but it turns out they are actually useful. I really like the fact that it has a 'night mode' that makes the display lights turn off, and it gets very quiet, but stays surprisingly effective. The little storage part for the remote is very handy as well. I have not taken it apart to clean it yet, but that looks easy. Overall great fan!" —Richard R. Get it from Amazon for $54.98+ (available in black or white, two heights, and with or without Wi-Fi). Weatherman is a small business started by meteorologist Rick Reichmuth! Promising review: "A great sturdy travel umbrella that really does well in the wind. I saw many travelers' umbrellas turning inside out, while this one felt very secure and did not turn inside out. It is slightly heavier than a typical travel umbrella, but it's not terrible weight-wise. Opens and closes with the ease of a button." —Shannon H. Get it from Amazon for $58.65+ (available in 10 colors). Promising review: "This product works great! The foam is very easy to trim to size and fits perfectly in the sleeve. The sleeve is heavy-duty and well-made. Simply fold over the excess and slide it under the door! We've noticed a difference in the temperature. Buy this product for your draft doors!" —vwass Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in a larger pack size). Promising review: "My favorite dry shampoo! It smells great and truly is sweat-activated. I wear it during some heavy workouts, and I can smell it, and it helps keep my hair from being greasy if I have plans after." —Marianna Stutts Get it from Amazon for $9.98+ (available in two sizes). Promising review: "They are lightweight, polarized, and perfect for dealing with super sunny weather. I have a pair in my car all the time. Oh, and I’ve dropped them a million times, and they don’t break easily!" —Sra Get a two-pack from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in 15 colors, as well as individual pairs and packs of three). You'll get three attachments, a bendable wand, two extra filters, and a wall mount. I've had this vacuum for about three months now, and it has yet to disappoint! It's lightweight and easy to carry, which makes cleaning the entire apartment super easy. It moves from carpet to wood with ease, and its suction capability is similar to that of the Dyson V8 (which I maaaaybe used to have and accidentally broke 😬). Plus, its anti-tangle brush makes easy work of gobbling up my roomie's hair (I'm bald, so it ain't me) without, well, getting tangles in it. And it comes with enough attachments to clean just about anything/anywhere. All at *that* price point? Yeahhhhh, I'm sold. Well, I already was, but you know what I mean. Get it from Amazon for $127.46+ (available in two colors). Wondercide is a woman-owned small business. Promising review: "Our dog kept coming in with fleas during certain times of the year at our new house. No matter what we did, he would transfer those fleas to both of our cats. Our cats are indoor-only cats, so they weren't treated regularly over the last 8 years because we did not have a large volume of fleas at our old house. The dog's collar seemed to take care of any nuisance fleas because we never saw them at the old house. We tried Advantage and other remedies, and it almost seemed as though the house was becoming infested. We bought the outdoor version of this during the summer, and it seemed to really help. The only problem is we've had a very mild winter. We have been sprayed all fabrics, curtains, rugs, and the pets twice in the past week and have seen no fleas. And the house smelled pretty good, too. I saw this on Shark Tank, which is what made me try it, and boy am I glad I did!" —JESSICA BATTAGLIA Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in three sizes and four scents). AirCrow is a small biz that specializes in pest deterrents! They say it's most effective when you hang this outside in early spring, before the scout wasp starts looking for a new site. Promising review: "I had a terrible red wasp issue at my home. I bought four of these and put them up. I will say I did fill in the hole to avoid any bugs making their home there. They have been up for months now, and the wasps have moved away from my home. It is awesome to be able to open a door and not worry about wasps flying in. These work. We hung them on hooks and used a zip-tie to secure them to the hook because the wind was really whipping them around. They are still up, and I am very happy with this product!" —Amazon Customer Get it from Anthropologie for $170 (available in women's sizes 5–11). Promising review: "My 8-year-old shepherd is allergic to everything! He was diagnosed with discoid lupus on his nose, which caused dry, crusty scabs inside his nose. I tried many options, natural and chemical, to no avail. I saw this product and bought it. Within two weeks, his scabs, crust, and dryness were going away! After a month, the pigment on his nose was even returning to its normal black color! This product is amazing! His allergies are improving! Buy this product; you won't be disappointed! My big boy is so much happier now! Thank you so much, Zesty Paws, for such a great product!" —Shepherd Mom 2 Get 90 chews from Amazon for $19.97+ (available in six styles). Note that the AAD recommends using at least SPF 30 and reapplying as needed for skin protection. You can read about sunscreen myths and facts from dermatologists for more information! Promising review: "I am a skincare snob. I spend way too much money on products. But over the last couple of years, I’ve been trying to find a new moisturizer with SPF that doesn’t bankrupt me. I need something that can help my dry skin, protect from the sun, and not irritate my sensitive skin. I was skeptical about this product, never having heard of the brand, but I gave it a try. I am SO thrilled with the results. This moisturizer is BETTER than the $55 alternative I have been using. It moisturizes like a dream. It doesn’t pill. And my sensitive skin loves it. I am THRILLED with my purchase and will definitely be back for more!" —R. Berry Promising review: "This is one of those things that I wish I'd found years earlier. I've suffered from mortifying stress-induced under-boob sweat for most of my adult life. Also, I'm a lifelong Seattle girl who gets upset when it's warmer than 65 degrees outside. So when I stumbled upon this product, I was curious enough to buy a small pack. And yes, I've come back for MORE! For real, I won't put on a bra without one of these liners now. It absorbs all the moisture from heat and stress. And because it's a really soft bamboo/cotton mix, my skin is finally not feeling tortured under there! To the makers of this ingenious, life-changing product: thank you, thank you, thank you! Sincerely, all the grateful ta-tas you've helped to care for." —Niko Get a three-pack from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in women's sizes M–XXL and several color combos). Promising review: "Your search for door screens stops here! I initially purchased two previous screens from other companies. The first one kept flying open with the slightest breeze. The second one had a rip in the seam when I took it out of the box! I almost gave up, but decided to give this one a try! It’s a WINNER! It was simple (that’s saying a lot for me) to hang. It has tie-backs, which I use when my door is shut/blinds open, so I am not looking at the screen. I purposely didn’t tie it back one night to put it to a high wind test, and it passed with flying colors (never flew open)!!!!! I purchased a second one for a friend. I love this screen!" —Karen Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in eight sizes). Promising reviews: "This is probably one of the best setting sprays I’ve ever used. I took it with me to Palm Springs in the summer, and my makeup lasted all day." —Jonanette Carranza "I’ve tried several setting sprays over the years, but this one truly stands out. It keeps my makeup looking fresh and flawless all day, even through heat and humidity. The mist is fine and even, and it doesn’t leave any sticky or heavy residue. I also love that it doesn’t have a strong scent, just a light, refreshing feel. Whether I’m going for a natural look or full glam, this setting spray locks everything in place perfectly. Highly recommend it for anyone who wants their makeup to last all day without touch-ups." —Cindia Rojas Get it from Amazon for $12.75 (available in two styles). Promising review: "If you like to wear your hair down in a part, if you have a middle part when you wear your hair up, if you have thinner hair, this is the right product for you. No more sunburn scalp nightmares. We all hate when our scalp gets sunburnt and, as it heals, gets flakes on our scalp or hairline peeling. Fret no more and buy this product. It doesn’t make your hair greasy and is perfect for spraying your hairline, scalp, part, etc. I do this with my child’s hair a lot because the sun just seems to stream right through her hair. She hates wearing hats to the pool, so I take this every time I go to avoid her scalp getting sunburnt. Some of the other scalp sprays are grittier and greasier. This is not. It’s a little pricey but well worth the money!" —Kaylee E Agin BuzzFeed Shopping is service journalism first: our writers and editors spend all day shopping so you don’t have to, vetting products, fact-checking brand claims, and surfacing what actually helps in real life. We center readers over revenue, recommend products with authenticity (using real experiences, not ad-speak), and reflect our diverse audience, inclusive of a variety of price points, people, and needs. We cut through fake deals, favor useful info over glossy fluff, and recommend both budget and splurge options with context so you can decide what’s right for you — and still have a little fun along the way. Taylor Steele is a staff writer on the BuzzFeed Shopping team who focuses primarily on practical and problem-solving products (although you can also catch her writing about cute, fun, and ~weird~ products, too!). 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