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12 Random-But-Useful Finds That Have Totally Saved Our Summers

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Turn any cocktail (or mocktail) into a frozen one with these ingenious tumblers. Just pour in your ingredients, freeze and enjoy!

No sleep sweats here! PureWow readers are flocking to this lightweight linen/cotton quilt that one editor swears by for staying cozy (but cool) on warm nights.

Combat the humidity anytime, anywhere, with this portable fan that can fit in your purse or pocket. It has an impressive 12-hour battery life to keep you cool all day.

We love the durable construction of this canvas tote from Lands' End that's spacious enough to fit everything you need for a picnic, and has plenty of pockets to keep it all organized.

You can forget sunburns once you pick up this nifty beach chair that has a built-in canopy and side shades to keep you protected from every angle. (Psst: It even folds up into a backpack!)

*Thousands* of Amazon shoppers swear by these citronella-infused, DEET-free bracelets for keeping mosquitos away—one even said they "feel like a miracle."

This viral face sunscreen was developed specifically for sensitive skin with approvals for rosacea, eczema and psoriasis—plus it blends into skin *perfectly* without any white cast.

One PureWow editor relies on the cult-favorite Bogg bag for all of her beach days due to its super roomy interior and sturdy design that never topples over in the sand.

This tower fan has a bunch of thoughtful features like five speeds, four different modes,  smart sensors and a built-in timer—but what we love most? Its whisper-quiet operation.

Whether you're heading out for a hike or running daily errands, you'll want to do it with this Stanley Quencher carrier that has a phone pocket, key clip and removable strap.

Made with ingredients like citronella and lemongrass oil, these pocket-sized wipes are perfect for stashing everywhere from your wallet to your car to keep protected from bug bites.

Not only does this editor-loved fire pit look stylish and provide heat for chilly summer nights, it also offers a smokeless burn that keeps your backyard air clear.


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Associate Commerce Editor

  • Writes commerce stories and features that span multiple topics, including fashion, beauty, travel, home and sales/deals
  • Has contributed to reports on ethical fashion and continues to stay up-to-date on sustainablility developments
  • Completed a bachelor's degree in psychology at the University of Pittsburgh and a master's degree in fashion studies at Parsons The New School

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PureWow's editors and writers have spent more than a decade shopping online, digging through sales and putting our home goods, beauty finds, wellness picks and more through the wringer—all to help you determine which are actually worth your hard-earned cash. From our PureWow100 series (where we rank items on a 100-point scale) to our painstakingly curated lists of fashion, beauty, cooking, home and family picks, you can trust that our recommendations have been thoroughly vetted for function, aesthetics and innovation. Whether you're looking for travel-size hair dryers you can take on-the-go or women’s walking shoes that won’t hurt your feet, we’ve got you covered.