There are several ways to stay cool in the heat. (iStock)
Sometimes you have no choice but to get outside when temperatures are in the triple digits. Maybe you’re heading out to an amusement park with the family and standing in long lines in the sun. Maybe you have to tend to your yard or start a new workout routine that requires time in the heat. Whatever your reason, if you’re heading outside this summer, you need to be mindful of how the heat is affecting your body.
When you spend long periods of time in hot and humid environments, your body has to work twice as hard to keep you warm. If you can’t avoid the heat, you’ll need ways to stay cool outdoors. Here are nine ways to help regulate your body temperature if you have to spend time outdoors this summer.
For instant pain relief, try an ice roller. (Walmart)
Ice rolling, or icing, is a widely practiced method that involves applying ice to the face with a roller tool. It’s great for providing instant pain relief on hot days. Kitsch Stainless Steel Ice Rollerwhich you can buy at Walmart for $10, is also a great option for firming the skin and brightening the under-eye area. ESARORA Ice Roller You can get it on Amazon for under $20.
These shorts are cool and comfortable. (Thigh Association)
If chafing bothers you in the summer, try cool shorts. Thigh Society sweat shortsRetailing for under $40, it’s made from high-tech materials that keep you cool by wicking heat away from your body and preventing chafing. Set of 3 anti-chafing shorts, Available on Amazon for under $25.
This cooling towel is made in the USA. (Amazon)
To keep your body temperature down and prevent overheating during outdoor activities in the summer, try a cooling bandana. Kafka’s Cool Ties are on sale for under $20 on AmazonCools the body through the natural process of evaporation, and this cooling effect is continuous and can last for up to 2-3 days. Cool Ties are on sale at Public Lands for under $12.
Use the neck fan to stay cool on the spot. (Amazon)
Waiting in long lines at amusement parks in the summer is made easier (and safer) with a cooling fan that you can wear around your neck. PenKou Portable Neck FanSelling for over $30 on Amazon, this product is lightweight, quiet, and has great battery life. Torras COOLiFY 2S Smart Neck Air Conditioner, Available for under $200 from Torras, the device features a highly efficient semiconductor cooling plate and HyperVortex airflow system that provides instant cooling in under a second.
Portable air conditioners are the perfect cooling solution for hot areas. (Walmart)
Try a portable air conditioner this summer. Arctic Air Pure Chill 2.0 Evaporative Air CoolerAvailable at Walmart for just over $25, this mini air conditioner and humidifier can cool a small home office space. It has an easy-to-fill water tank and can run for up to 10 hours on a single tank. Or try a similar product. Mini Air Coolers for Under $30 on Amazon.
This portable mist will keep you cool. (Clearer image)
Need to quickly cool down a group of athletes on the bench? Try this Sharper Image Portable Evaporative Cooleron sale now for under $185. This powerful fan has oscillating, oscillating, misting, and humidifying settings and can cool areas up to 250 square feet. Plus, it’s designed with wheels for easy portability. If you’re looking for a smaller option, try this one. Portable misting fans available on Amazon for under $40.
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For a quick cooling effect, try menthol wipes. (Duke Cannon)
these Duke Cannon is selling face and body towels for $15Infused with menthol, aloe and jojoba, it cleanses, protects and gives you a cool breeze. Perfect for cooling down and recovering after sweaty outdoor activities. Cool Field Towels are also Available on Amazon.
Try a cooling spray to reduce redness. (Amazon)
Cool body spray, like this Village Naturals Therapy Wellness Hydrate & Cool Body Sprayis packed with moisturizing menthol and skin-nourishing ingredients to quickly relieve the redness and heat caused by hot flashes. You can buy this spray on Amazon for under $15 for a pack of three. You can get it at Walmart for under $12 a can..
Use the patch for immediate pain relief. (Amazon)
BeKool Cooling PatchSold for under $7 on Amazon, this product helps cool you down during light to moderately intense exercise. It’s ready to use, portable, and doesn’t require refrigeration. Cooling Patches (20 pieces) Summer ones are on sale at Walmart for under $16.
