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Expect lots of gasps when you pull the Hello Kitty blotting papers out of your bag.

I'm a Shopping Editor who uses my passion for hitting "add to cart" (and my 8+ years in media) to curate the best products on the web — I'm particularly passionate about finding the best beauty products, which probably stems from my days of working at Lush Cosmetics, where I learned about effective skincare ingredients while getting covered in bath bomb dust every day.

More than any other season, summer feels like the one where you're constantly thinking to yourself, "dang it, I wish I brought my [insert product here] with me!" Whether it be a mini electric fan, a convenient sunscreen stick, or some blotting paper to mop up your suddenly oily forehead, there are tons of products you should keep on you at all times to make sure you're making the most of summer. I even found a waterproof version of Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza to upgrade your pool days.

Though this is designed to help protect your hair from UV rays, it is not an SPF sunscreen. A UV hair-protectant can help stop color fading and protect the keratin proteins, while SPF sunscreens are meant to help protect the skin. So, if you're looking for something that can also protect your scalp, consider opting for an SPF scalp mist, like this popular option from Sun Bum.

Promising review: "This is such a great idea to have for hair during the summer or even living in a warmer climate. I put it in mine and my three girls' hair today before the pool, and hair felt great after washing. Highly recommend." —Alyssa Speaker

To play, pass out all of the cards to players and have everyone keep their pile facedown. Everyone takes turns putting a card in the middle while saying "taco," "cat," "goat," "cheese," and "pizza" in that order. If the picture on the card that's placed down matches the word that's been said, everyone races to slap the center pile of cards, and whoever slaps the pile last has to add the center pile to their personal pile. Oh! And there's also "narwhal," where everyone makes a unicorn horn with their hands clapped together above their heads; "gorilla," where everyone bangs on their chest like a gorilla; and "groundhog," where everyone has to knock on the table. Whoever does the motion last picks up the center pile. Whoever runs out of cards first wins! You can play with three to eight players, and the *recommended* age is 8+.

Promising review: "I always think about games to play when at the pool — especially when there are 10-minute swim breaks and everyone is out of the pool — this is the perfect game! First of all, our family loves Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza. It's a game that's really easy to learn and is an energetic card game (perfect for kids!). To be able to bring this game around the water is awesome. I love how the cards are heavier, so they don't blow away as easily, too. The card ring makes them really easy to just toss in a bag, and I feel like it's indestructible. Honestly, we'll probably play this version of the game even inside just because of how indestructible it is (no one accidentally stepping on a card/ creasing it, etc.).

Dolphin Hat Games is a small biz that specializes in family-friendly card games.

Promising review: "Adorable, and way more useful than you'd think. I've been using it for water; it fits in my purse or pant pocket perfectly, and it holds more than you think. I bought a second one for my daughter, and it was great at Disney the other day, not too heavy or cumbersome. It fit perfectly in the side outer pocket of her Loungefly mini backpack and kept her drink cold, and she just refilled it as needed." —erinm51 

Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in several styles).

FYI, depending on your situation, water may be enough to rehydrate you! Read more about electrolyte-enhanced drinks and hydration at Cleveland Clinic. 

Promising review: "This has quickly become one of my new favorites. Living with an autoimmune disorder means hydration is not optional for me — it is a must — and these Liquid I.V. Sugar-Free Ring Pop Cherry packets are now stocked everywhere: my purse, my car, my kitchen, and my office.

The flavor is fun, nostalgic, and actually enjoyable without being overly sweet. I love that it is sugar free but still gives me the electrolyte support I need when I feel drained, dry, or just need a hydration boost." —Christina

Get a pack of 14 packets from Amazon for $21 (also available in 11 other flavors).

Just mix one stick with 16.9 ounces of water. See it in action on TikTok here.

Promising review: "Love Dunkin but have never tried their refreshers. These are now one of my top favorite drink enhancers. These packets are super affordable! They are also extremely tasty and don’t leave the aftertaste some water enhancers or powders do. They come in a variety of flavors, and all are equally yummy! It’s also 'refreshing' that these don’t cost an arm and a leg. I plan to order more today. I love that these will help you meet your daily water intake goals easily!" —Mississippi Mama!

Get a 40-count variety pack from Amazon for $12.98.

Promising review: "Works great. Small enough to put in a purse and very cute too. Absorption is awesome." —K. Mac

It's way less wasteful and easier to carry around than a pack of oil blotting sheets — just pop out the stone roller to give a quick wash before reusing!

Promising review: "First off, if you have extremely oily skin, this. is. it. I was so tired of getting blotting powder/wipes. It felt wasteful and always left residue on my face. I saw this on TikTok and NEEDED it. It was backordered but then I got an email saying it was in stock and I was SO excited. Not only is it affordable, but it's washable, which helps you save money and be less wasteful." —Kelsey B.

Promising review: "It’s super compact, lightweight, and easy to carry everywhere. The pink color is adorable, and the design feels modern and cute. I really like that it comes with a clip and wrist strap. The airflow is surprisingly strong for such a small fan, and it charges quickly with the included USB cable. The battery lasts a good amount of time, and it’s also very quiet." —Jaime

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in five colors).

Promising review: "This fan works so well! I was worried with how hot it is in the South that it wouldn't keep me cool when I go on walks in 90+ degree temps, but on the strongest wind setting it produces a nice blast of air! I love it! It does make it hard to hear, but it's worth it to keep me cool. Would recommend." —Aaron Johnson

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

Promising review: "I used this fan when I went to the beach with my 7-week-old son! I attached it to his stroller, and he stayed cool the whole time he was outside. Since returning, we have used it in the car, for stroller rides, and I even use it when I’m hot in the house! The bendable legs make it easy to attach to any surface or allow it to stand on a flat surface. All around best purchase I have made this summer!" —Jessica

Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in six colors).

Plus, the curved design of the stick makes it glide around the contours of your face perfectly.

Promising reviews: "I FINALLY found the perfect sunscreen for me. It’s a bit pricey, but totally worth it. I’m brown skinned and this is the only sunscreen that leaves no white cast. It’s not greasy, it doesn’t budge so it’s not stinging my eyes. it gives a nice dewy finish that is perfect to put makeup over. I’ve even re-applied this over makeup and it works perfectly. And I love the stick application. It’s a lot easier to apply than liquid sunscreen and it has no scent." —Amazon Customer

"Saved my skin from the Aruba sun. This stick went above and beyond my expectations. It was actually used more for the men on the trip as it glided perfectly over their heads, neck, and behind the ears. This I will order over and over again. Also prevented sunburn, no smell, and not sticky at all." —ALJ

Get it from Amazon for $13.56+ (available in two finishes: glowy or semi-matte).

Promising review: "So totally awesome. 😬 I needed new Band-Aids — I’m always doing something ridiculous, and with these, so pretty. I have one cat that likes to let me know when she’s done with pets, and I have claw marks from her — not to mention my general clumsiness with gardening and cooking. Love them!!" —Mom the Handyman

Check out the rest of Laneige's new products for more cool treats, like the Pear Glowy Balm and Lemon Sorbet Lip Sleeping Mask!

These are aluminum free, so they help stop odors, but they don't stop sweat.

Promising reviews: "This is my go-to product after the gym. I hate feeling/being sweaty/sticky. And it smells so good." —Amazon Customer

"I have always suffered from bad odor on my underarms since I have very delicate skin, so I can't use strongly scented deodorants. I'm always trying out cream deodorant or gels, but it either irritates my skin or it doesn't stop my bad odor. THIS IS THE BEST INVENTION EVER. I LOVE IT! I can't believe that something finally works! My armpits don't smell bad. I can finally move my arms freely. The scent is wonderful; I love the smell, and it's not harsh on my skin. Even after a long day, my underarms are still smelling like coconut." —Vicky Reyes

Get it from Amazon for $8.87 (also available in packs of two and four).

Promising review: "I bought these because I ride a bicycle and also work in an office, and if I have to run an errand at lunchtime, I'll get so sweaty...ewww.

The wipes are just big enough that one wipe can clean up your upper body, even stinky armpits, and leave you feeling fresh and surprisingly clean. The scent is also quite pleasant — not overwhelmingly lavender. It's nice that they're wrapped individually — I can just stick one in a pocket and run to the bathroom at the office, without carrying a whole bunch of stuff." –JSRose

Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $12.99.

Note: These are best used on less humid days so the water can evaporate properly (which is how the cooling magic works!)

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 $11.89+ (available in 10 color sets).

Check out a TikTok of the taming wand in action. 

(It goes without saying that you don't need to lay your edges if you don't want to, but this is a handy option if you do.) 

Promising review: "I’ve tried numerous products for taming baby hairs, especially post-partum, and this is hands down the best thing I’ve tried. It also smells incredible! Love the size of the styling wand!" —Completely happy customer! 

"LOVE!!! It doesn't make hair greasy, it gets rid of my super frizzy hair, and smooths it down. Easily applied and the applicator is super functional. I love and will definitely buy again for the price! Super good look to it." —Devon Reid

Dae is a small business that specializes in haircare and styling products. 

Start by applying the sticker to your skin, then apply sunscreen on your skin and over the dot, wait 30 seconds for it to absorb and then face direct sunlight for one minute to make the spot turn clear. Once it turns from clear to purple, you'll know it's time for another layer of sunscreen!

Promising review: "After yet another bad sunburn, even though I'm trying VERY HARD to keep sunscreen on, I bought these. First use was at Disneyland on a 90-degree zero clouds day. This helped so much! I kept an eye (as did my friends) on the dot so we all knew when to reapply sunscreen, and not one of us got burned. I also used these on a weeklong hiking adventure in Utah where it was also in the 90s with an extreme UV index. None of us got burned, so all in all, this is one of the best inventions!" —Catherine Shock

Get a 16-pack from Amazon for $16.48 (also available in two other pack sizes).

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 $9.98+ (available in women's sizes 4–13.5, men's sizes 3–12, and various designs).

Promising review: "This stuff really is awesome. It really works, and I don't know where it has been all my life. I started looking for something for thigh chafing after running into a few issues (not fun). It is super easy to use; just slide it on like you'd use deodorant." —SweetPea

BodyGlide is a small business that specializes in chafe-preventing personal care products.

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in five sizes).

This works by suctioning up insect venom, saliva, and other irritants under the skin, which in turn prevents your body from producing a reaction to said irritant. You can also use it to treat bites from bees, wasps, biting flies, no-see-ums, chiggers, and sea lice.

Promising review: “You need this! 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 used this little tool (3x per the instructions) and documented it with photos. Immediately after using it, [my bite] stopped itching! And less than 24 hours later, the bump/bite was gone! There is a very faint red mark from using the thing, but it is a small price to pay, IMO. Bottom line: it’s awesome. I’m carrying it with me everywhere!” —Rebecca 

Bug Bite Thing is a small business specializing in bug bite relief and tick removal products.

Get it from Amazon for $9.97+ (available in one-, two-, or three-packs and in five colors).

Promising review: "I was honestly skeptical about buying these. My son (15 months) is too little for Benadryl or any anti-itch cream, so I bought them for our upcoming camping trip to try. Little did I know, they would come in handy sooner! My son got bitten by a mosquito near his eye. This caused major swelling and irritation. As mentioned, he’s too little for medicine. I put a patch on, and the results speak for themselves. I’m amazed, and they helped my son not scratch the area. They’re so little and super sticky, he doesn’t even notice it’s on. I added a photo of the patch about five hours after application, and you can see how full it is. I will definitely be purchasing again!" —Sierra

Quitch is a small business founded by moms. Learn more about these patches on TikTok. 

Get a 27-pack from Amazon for $9.95+ (also available in packs of 36 and 81).

Check out the sand removal bag on TikTok!

Promising review: "We recently moved to a beach area, and we are constantly there. This item has changed our entire lives! It lasts decently long (depending on how much you use it), it smells super good (not at all like baby powder), and it's super effective. It has saved me from vacuuming my car at least 1x–2x a week. I even use it on my dogs' paws and bellies to make sure they're taken care of. I will definitely be buying the refill and another bag to have exclusively in the car." —Gabbs Uresti

Shakalo is a small biz based in San Diego.

Promising review: "When you live someplace that is hot and humid all summer and you don't have a car, just walking around the corner to the supermarket can be a very uncomfortable experience. This is the second summer that I have had one of these in my purse. Even if I feel OK outside, I can walk into a store and suddenly have a drop of moisture dripping down my face or worse, sweat in my eyes. Traditional handkerchiefs aren't easy to find anymore and tissues can leave bits of paper on your skin so these microfiber cloths are a great solution. They are soft, absorbent, thicker than ordinary handkerchiefs and they launder nicely. They feel nice and look nice." —sarany

Get a pack of five from Amazon for $14.99.

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

Promising review: "I have left the house on numerous occasions and needed a hair tie and could never find one. I could dig through my purse, diaper bags, and car, and there was never a hair tie lying around. I have had to refill this hair-tie holder on about five occasions because of how many times I've taken hair ties off for myself and the friends who need one. Great invention." —Samantha

Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in three colors). 

Promising review: "Honestly, before these items, I would have to take so many things just to shave during vacation, but this has a four-in-one and it’s easy to travel with and it gets through TSA when in your carry-on. 😁" —Maria Allegue

Get it from Amazon for $20 (refill pack also available). 

Promising review: "Bought these for my whole family to wear at Disney World...worked wonderfully through the rain and rides like Splash Mountain and Kali Rapids. Would definitely recommend." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in 14 colors).

Check out a TikTok of the dry shampoo in action. 

Promising review: "Will be buying again!! This is a fantastic product. I have incredibly thin hair that gets very oily very easily. This is the first product that I’ve tried that actually works! I am so very happy!" —Katie_0_Baker

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in brown, dark brown, blonde, and in multipacks and bundles). 

You'll get one of seven designs. Also, you'll need a 1GB–128GB TF memory card, since one is not included in the package.

Promising review: "I’ve ordered this three times, one for me at first, and the rest as gifts. It’s such a cute and amazing little nostalgic camera to have around. Whenever you take it out to use, SOMEONE always asks what it is/where from. Lots of compliments. Even got my brother and his girlfriend to buy them, lmao, plus as a blind box, it’s fun to find out which one you get! I would recommend this to anyone! Especially those who grew up on Kodak disposables. Probably will buy another at some point." —Jennifer Shirghiro

Get it from Amazon (from Kodak-licensed seller RT-PRO) for $34.99.

Promising review: "I’ve been buying these for years. They replaced my Ray-Bans that look identical! Fit great, and with the price point, I don’t have to worry too much with my kids and being on the go!" —Jessica M

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $19.99 (available in five sets, as well as two-packs, and individual pairs). 

It also has a lifetime replacement warranty!

Promising review: "I really got tired of having umbrellas turn inside out during a big rain storm while I'm outside. And it would always happen right in front of people. And those were name-brand umbrellas. So, I checked out reviews about Repel and ordered one. I've used it for a couple of years, and at no time, even during the heaviest of wind and rain, I have not had it turn inside out. I think it's the vent at that top. The vent does not let rain in. So I just bought another Repel umbrella to keep in the vehicle. One for travel with me, one in the vehicle for those very frequent times I drive somewhere, and a rain storm whips up, even though it is not on the weather app!" —Brother O

Get it from Amazon for $22.77+ (available in two sizes, 20 colors, and packs of two, three, and four).

Promising review: "I'm obsessed!!! I keep this in my teacher desk so that I can easily use it whenever I stop for coffee in the morning on my way to school. It's a super cute pattern for an English teacher. I can hold my iced coffee without making my hands cold. The best part is that I don't have a puddle of condensation on my desk as the coffee melts." —Former Lifeguard, sunglasses expert

Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in five sizes and various other prints).

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