Staying cool just got easier thanks to these handy gadgets
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If the most recent heatwave has taught us anything, it's that having the best gadgets on hand to stay cool is a must during the summer.
Sure, having the aircon blasting all day long is the most obvious way to stay cool, but for those moments when that just isn't possible, or when you're out on the go, having an army of heat-busting heros at the ready will make all the difference.
So, it's time to say goodbye to feeling overheated because staying cool this summer just got easier thanks to these handy essentials.
NOTE: Prices are accurate at the time of publishing.
Amazon Bladeless Neck Fan
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Imagine having the nice cool air of a fan with you everywhere you go?
Well, with this Amazon Bladeless Neck Fan, now you can!
It's lightweight and ergonomically designed, meaning it will sit comfortably around your neck, circulating fresh air so you can stay cool when you're out and about.
Biore Cooling Sheets
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In case you needed another reason to believe that Japanese beauty is living in the future, let me introduce you to these Biore Cooling Sheets.
These towels are soaked with a range of ingredients to encourage a cooling effect on the skin. Pop a pack in your handbag for on-the-go cooling, or keep at home for those days where the aircon just isn't cutting it.
Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo Misting Portable Fan
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As a chronically overheated girlie with no air conditioning in my room, having a fan at my bedside is a non-negotiable if I want to have any chance of sleeping through the night.
The Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo Misting Portable Fan is a clever gadget that only wants to keep you cool. This ultra-powerful, yet ultra-quiet fan features a built-in misting tank, so on those extra hot days, you can lower temperatures in seconds. Plus, it can be used both indoors and outdoors, reaching up to 20 metres of portable cooling power.
Amazon Ice Sports Towel
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Another innovative way to keep cool is by using an evaporative towel like these from Amazon. Available in a pack of six, the evaporative mesh material makes it easy to activate the cooling effect by simply soaking, wringing, and snapping the towel. The unique cooling system uses moisture from the towel to draw the sweat away from your skin, keeping you fresh and cool.
Sony Reon Pocket Pro
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Another wearable cooling device, except this one from Sony utilises a unique thermal control technology that can be personalised to your desired temperature. This lightweight gadget is splash and sweat-resistant, simply attaching to the back of your neck and using the thermal plate to cool you down. It can also be worn as a heating device, so when winter rolls around, be sure to switch it over to keep you warm.
Lamicall Mini Portable Handheld Fan
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On a recent trip to Japan during the summer, I discovered just how helpful it is to keep a portable fan with you when out and about. Now, this is a handbag essential for me any time the weather exceeds 28 degrees.
Feeling hot and flustered on public transport? Pull out your mini fan.
Out on a bushwalk and needing a moment of refuge from the heat? Lucky you have a mini fan.
This is a fuss-free way to stay cool on the go, so if you're looking to pick one up yourself, you can't go past this one from Amazon, for under $10.
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