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09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
33 Things To Solve Your Summer Problems That Will Make You Say, 'OK, That's Genius'
A pack of waterproof playing cards capable of withstanding whatever environmental hazards you expose them to, whether it's an unexpected rain, a splash from the pool, or a dirty camping ground. No mushy cards this summer! A sand-removal bag filled with talc-free, reef-safe powder designed to absorb the moisture from sticky wet sand, leaving behind, well, dry sand, which is famously much easier to wipe off your body. A Sun Bum hair lightener made with pineapple and lemon to lighten up blonde to medium brown hair with the power of the sun. Just spritz on this banana-scented spray and let the sun help you achieve a fresh, summery look that won't damage your hair like a heavy bleaching sesh might. A set of lights with flexible goosenecks so you can grill late into the night without having to grope around blindly for your tools. The battery-operated lights are magnetic — just pop them onto the hood of your grill. Ogx Argan Oil of Morocco Curl-Defining Cream for curls so bouncy you'll be jumping for joy (and to show them off). The argan oil-boosted formula moisturizes and tames frizz (nice try, summer humidity!) while adding a level of volume and shine you'd normally expect from a much higher price point. Liquid I.V. electrolyte drink mix in a variety of exciting, summer-ready flavors ranging from watermelon to pina colada. Besides being delicious, the electrolyte powder is formulated to help hydrate faster than plain water. It also just tastes good so you might be more likely to drink more in general. Pleated paper shades if you find that the sun is waking up way before you. This affordable solution is easy to apply (just trim, peel, stick) and comes with clips to raise or lower them. A roll of aloe wrap you can cut into the perfect shape to best cover your sunburnt body. The hydro-gel wrap is infused with aloe vera, green tea, and vitamin E to help soothe and moisturize skin and prevent excessive peeling. Just slap these forbidden Fruit Rollups on your red skin and marinate for 20-40 minutes for best results. Or Burt's Bees sunburn soother crafted with aloe and coconut oil to hydrate skin and turn back time to before you stayed out in the sun a little too long. It's nongreasy and absorbs quickly, so you can go from "AHHH" to ahhhh. A baby beach tent with a built-in pool so you can keep your little one shaded and bring the ocean to them. Now your baby can splash to their heart's content, and you can stay shaded and cool under your own umbrella. A set of special stickers that tell you when it's time to reapply sunscreen. Cover it (and your skin, of course) with sunscreen, and the sticker will turn clear. When it turns purple, you know it's time for another generous coating of sun protection. Beekman 1802's Solar Milk with SPF 50 that goes on 100% transparently. The goat milk-infused gel will feel so silky-smooth on your face, you'll almost forget it's there. A packable floppy hat so you don't have to worry about carrying a stiff-brimmed one to your car or through the airport. It'll keep your face shaded (with UPF 50!), yes, but more importantly, it will make you feel posh and dramatic while walking on the boardwalk and looking out at the ocean. Or a large-brimmed visor if you want to give your head some breathing room. The extra-long brim offers supreme coverage and is made with anti-UV, UPF 50+ material. Let's see the sun get through that! A doggy sunscreen made with moisturizing aloe vera perfect for dogs with short coats or no fur at all (helloooo, Chinese cresteds and Xoloitzcuintlis). Just give them a spritz with this quick-drying and safe-to-lick spray for relief from dry and cracked skin. This doubles as an itch relief and snout soother! A car windshield sunshade to keep your car from becoming hotter than the center of the earth. Please! No more scorched thighs this summer. A teeny-tiny razor for little touch-ups when you're out and about. You know when you *think* you shaved every last hair on your legs, and then you get into the sun and see you missed a patch? 😩 If that's something that bothers you too, this kit comes with an extra five-blade razor and a travel case. And Eadem Smooth Slate, a roller serum made with AHAs and tyrosinase (an enzyme that helps with the production of melanin) to target ingrown hairs, scars, dark spots, and strawberry legs. The formula helps exfoliate, potentially lifting away dead skin and freeing trapped hairs before soothing with shea butter. A reusable plug-in fly trap with a built-in light that'll work like a siren song, luring hapless flying insects to their demise. It calls out to fruit flies and gnats up to 400 feet away so you can finally reclaim your home after leaving the screen door slightly ajar. Washable bra liners to absorb under-boob sweat before it has a chance to bleed through your shirt. Reviewers note that it does the impossible and actually makes wearing a wire bra more tolerable! A battery-operated patio umbrella light so your family can actually see each other while dining outside. The battery-powered device has 28 LEDs to properly illuminate a whole picnic table after the sun sets. Mosquito Dunks to kill mosquitos before they're even big enough to bite you. They're made with a bacteria that's only toxic to mosquito larvae, so you don't have to worry about pets or wildlife. A Color Wow heat-activated anti-frizz treatment sure to be a total game changer for people who straighten or blow dry their hair straight only for it to go *poof* when they step outside. This humidity-fighting formula "waterproofs" your hair to help protect it from 'do-ruining weather. Or a deep-conditioning hair mask promising smoother, shinier, and stronger hair, even if you're fighting against bleached, dry, or damaged locks. It can even handle Florida levels of humidity! A pair of charcoal shoe deodorizers to help you reclaim your sneakers from the dreaded Stink. Just slip them into your shoes and let them get to work. To "recharge," leave them in the sun. A pair of oil sprayers so you can lightly coat your veggies and prepare them for grilling without getting your hands greasy. Fill these non-aerosol, food-safe sprayers with olive oil, vinegar — or a little water if you need to scare away backseat grillers who "just wanna check" on the burgers. Reviewers love the fine spray, the leakproof bottle, and cool design. Veet sensitive hair removal gel kindly providing a soothing, gentle alternative to razors or waxing. The aloe-infused formula works in under 10 minutes by dissolving hair on your legs, arms, back, and bikini area. It's designed to be more efficient and reduce the risk of ingrown hairs — imagine a world without those annoying bumps! 48,000+ 5-star raters are already experiencing it. A time-saving fruit and veggie divider so you can fill up the fruit salad bowl and have time left over to whip some cream as a topping. Parents love that this device is fun and safe enough for their kids to use — free sous chef! A bunch of water balloons that all inflate at once to take the prep time out of impromptu water fights. Just screw the connector onto your hose, fill, and watch your ready-to-throw balloons fall off the vine. A jar of Buns Of Glowry — hear me out! This "butt polish" uses wheat protein, watermelon extract, and shea butter to help moisturize, tighten, and smooth skin, leaving you with a glowing moon that could rival the summer sun. It also smells like watermelon, which OK, yum! Towel bands because you don't need anything interrupting your juicy mystery novel, especially a towel bunching up or falling on your head after a strong gust of wind. And if you're going on a cruise or planning to visit a hotel pool, these will help your seat stand out in a sea of identical towels. Colorescience brush-on mineral powder with SPF 50 because — I say this as a ginger — the sun is evil and out to get you, so every step in your makeup routine might as well work as protection. Reviewers say the sheer foundation leaves them looking luminous, so you can avoid burns (when pairing with sunscreen lotion) *and* look fabulous. The brush also makes it way faster and easier to reapply throughout the day — I HATE touching my face while I'm out and about. A Revlon volcanic face roller way easier to use than those disposable blotting pads. You just roll the volcanic stone over any oily or sweaty areas on your face and then pop it in your bag for later. It doesn't even mess with your makeup!
25-06-2025
- Business
Deals & Steals: Special edition
Tory Johnson teams up with Laura Slatkin and Harry Slatkin to share savings on products from NEST New York, Beekman 1802 and more, all with a portion of sales supporting autism programs. June 25, 2025
Entrepreneur
24-06-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
LGBTQ Couple Started a Business With 80 Goats, See $150M+ Sales
Josh Kilmer-Purcell and Brent Ridge bought a farm in upstate New York as a weekend getaway — but a series of unexpected events led to a global brand. In 2006, Josh Kilmer-Purcell and Brent Ridge didn't have visions of becoming entrepreneurs with a goat milk skincare and body care brand. The New York City-based couple went on an apple-picking getaway upstate one weekend and stumbled on a little town called Sharon Springs. They fell in love with the town, and on their drive out, with a property for sale: Beekman Farm, its house built in 1802. Image Credit: Courtesy of Beekman 1802. Josh Kilmer-Purcell, left, and Brent Ridge, right. Kilmer-Purcell and Ridge were far from professional farmers — Kilmer-Purcell worked in advertising, and Ridge was a physician who'd started the health and wellness division of Martha Stewart Omnimedia — but they thought the farm would be the perfect weekend place, so they cashed in their savings and purchased the property. Not long after they moved in, they received a note from their neighbor, a farmer named John, who was losing his farm and had no place for his 80 goats. Would the couple mind moving the animals into the empty barn on their property? They agreed and invited John to live in a small cottage on the farm and be its caretaker. Related: This Founder Noticed a Stark Change at a Local Pride Parade — and Says It Creates a 'Real Opportunity' for Small Businesses "Everything was great," the co-founders recall. Then the 2008 recession hit. "We lost our jobs within 30 days of each other, and we had this new mortgage — we had to pay [off] the farm," Kilmer-Purcell says. "So we literally Googled, 'What can we make with goat milk?' And the first thing that came up was goat milk soap." The co-founders note that while many entrepreneurs today start a business with the goal of eventually selling it, that was the furthest thing from their minds when they launched their brand in 2009 — they were "just trying to survive." " I remember calculating that if we sold $80 worth of soap a day, that would be enough to pay the mortgage for that month," Kilmer-Purcell says, "so some nights we'd be sitting there at like 10 p.m. in bed being like, 'Come on, just one more order. Come in.'" Now, Beekman 1802 has sold more than 60 million bars of that soap and surpassed $150 million in sales. Beekman 1802 sells its premium skincare and body care products via its website, QVC, Ulta Beauty, Amazon, Target, the LaGuardia Airport Kindness Shop, its flagship mercantile in Sharon Springs, independent retailers and more. Related: The 'Hustle' He Started Out of His Station Wagon Became a Nationwide Business That's About to Hit $300 Million: 'Everything We Do Is Pretty Simple' Kilmer-Purcell and Ridge have also published three cookbooks, and their first business book, G.O.A.T. Wisdom: How to Build a Truly Great Business, will be released on July 1. Image Credit: Courtesy of Harvard Business Review "We started selling the bars of soap on our website." One of the first steps was to build a website for the brand; back then, direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales were just starting to gain traction. " We were one of the very first beauty brands to be DTC," Ridge says. "Josh learned how to code. He coded the first website, [and] we started selling the bars of soap on our website. But back then, of course, you were not going to make a fortune off of selling stuff on a website. It just wasn't the environment." The co-founders wanted to take their all-natural, goat milk soap product where it had never been before — the luxury retail space. So Ridge cold-called luxury department stores on Fifth Avenue in New York City: Bergdorf Goodman, Barneys New York, Saks Fifth Avenue and Henri Bendel. The buyer at Henri Bendel told Ridge that if he could commit to coming to the store every day for the next eight weeks ahead of the holiday season, the retailer would give them a three-foot by three-foot table on its main floor, where the brand could engage with the customers. If the product was a hit, then the store would stock its products going forward. "So that's what I did," Ridge recalls. "I would get up every morning at the farm. It's about a three-and-a-half-hour drive from the city. I would bring in all the soaps. I was set up on the little table. I would stay until closing at 8 or 9 p.m., drive all the way back three-and-a-half hours to the farm. I did it every day for eight weeks." Related: There Are Three Types of 'No,' Says the World's Leading Door-to-Door Sales Expert. Here's How to Know Which One You're Hearing As a physician and scientist, Ridge admits he didn't know much about how to sell a product back then. However, through exposure to other salespeople on the floor and "osmosis," he figured out how to do it effectively. Another major breakthrough came during that time: A buyer for Anthropologie stopped by on a scouting mission and "fell in love" with Beekman 1802's story. "That's how we got our first big order," Ridge recalls. "Our first big break was going national with Anthropologie." "[Reality TV] helped us grow a really loyal, manageable fan base quickly." For the first decade of the company's growth, Beekman 1802 didn't take any outside funding. The co-founders were committed to starting the business the "old-fashioned way," not "spending $1 until they'd made $1.50," in the wake of a recession where financial institutions had let so many people down. As a result, the entrepreneurs didn't have the money to market their brand in the early days. Well-aware of the value of media, Kilmer-Purcell and Ridge seized every opportunity to get Beekman 1802 in front of an audience, from local news programs to blogs. Then the co-founders had the exciting and unexpected opportunity to star in their own reality TV show. Kilmer-Purcell was interviewing for a creative director position at a network when the president told him that she didn't know if he was right for the job — but would he and Ridge consider appearing in a reality TV show about their life on the farm and launch of their business? Related: What the C-Suite Needs to Know About the True Power of Earned Media The co-founders embraced the opportunity to generate awareness for their brand, and within five months, The Fabulous Beekman Boys was airing. "It helped us grow a really loyal, manageable fan base quickly," Kilmer-Purcell explains. "But we weren't distracted [by] becoming reality TV stars and trying to get another show and another show. It was just a really good free commercial that helped us start the business." The Fabulous Beekman Boys ran for two seasons, and although the co-founders weren't seeking out more reality TV opportunities after it wrapped, another one came to them after a serendipitous encounter at one of their book signings: The chance to compete on CBS's The Amazing Race. "The Amazing Race story was so authentic to the brand that it was a multiplier." It was 2013, and Kilmer-Purcell and Ridge figured that even if they only made it halfway through the competition, the number of viewers tuning in would bring the Beekman brand significant exposure. In the first episode, they introduced themselves as "The Beekman Boys" to get the ball rolling and make sure "that was always what people would hear." "We were the underdogs the whole season," Ridge recalls. "We were two middle-aged gay guys. We're not going to beat the athletes and younger people. In the third or fourth leg, we were in Indonesia and thought we were going home. It was like 120 degrees; we had been struggling the whole day and were trying to finish up this task, carrying 100 pounds of bamboo and thought we were pulling up last. So we thought, You know what? Let's just make the most of this." The couple happened to be walking down a street where a school was letting out; with a lot of kids around and curious about the camera crew, Ridge started chanting "Beekman Boys," and the crowd joined in. "We just thought, Oh, what a great way to go out of The Amazing Race," Ridge says. Then the co-founders pulled off something they'd never expected: They won the entire race. Before the win, Beekman 1802 received about 100 orders per day on its website. Immediately after, that number surged to thousands. "What was great about the fact that we were always in last place and called the ultimate underdogs the entire race [was that] it fit in with our founder's story: having lost our jobs and starting on the farm, two gay New York City guys in a small town in rural New York and starting with nothing," Kilmer-Purcell says. "The Amazing Race story was so authentic to the brand that it was a multiplier." Image Credit: Courtesy of Beekman 1802 Related: How to Scale a Business Without Wasting Millions (Or Collapsing Under Your Own Growth) Beekman 1802's next big growth milestone came shortly after the co-founders' success on The Amazing Race when the brand launched on TV retail. The entrepreneurs recognized the platform's potential to tell Beekman 1802's story and sell its products, but they knew they had to come up with a hook to halt viewers in their tracks. So the couple opted to bring baby goats on air. "It's disruptive," Ridge explains, "and makes you stop. If you get people's attention, then you have a much higher likelihood of selling something. That was a real trick that we still use to this day. Now we're the No. 1 skincare brand that crosses QVC and HSN." Beekman 1802 continued to scale, landing in Ulta Beauty, Target and Amazon. The brand's Ulta rollout, set for approximately 1,500 stores, coincided with the pandemic and led the co-founders to seek their first outside investment for the company. Eurazeo, a leading global investment group, acquired a controlling stake in the company with a $62 million investment in 2021. "You have to go back to the fundamentals of what it takes to build a great brand." The co-founders have learned a lot growing their business over the years. Although they enjoy watching Shark Tank, the TV show where hopeful entrepreneurs can pitch their business ideas to the judges for potential investment, they warn aspiring founders not to fall for what they call "the Shark Tank effect" — the belief that they can't start a business without raising money. "What we found is businesses that start their life by raising money never actually become businesses," Kilmer-Purcell says. "They just become fundraising businesses because they start by raising money and then a few months later, they raise more money, and then they have to raise more money — and they get better at raising money than running their own business." Seeing that pattern play out motivated the entrepreneurs to write G.O.A.T. Wisdom and share the lessons they've learned with the world. "There are plenty of ways to have a good business where you can make money," Ridge says, "but if you want a great business that's going to have legacy and last, you have to go back to the fundamentals of what it takes to build a great brand." According to Ridge, ignoring trends is one key to success in the skincare and body care space, as copycat products will find it difficult to stand out in a market saturated with similar offerings. "The world doesn't need another vitamin C cream," Ridge explains. "There are already a thousand vitamin C serums out there. What is the true innovation? How are you going to bring something new to customers that's going to improve their lives?" Related: Your Innovation Won't Succeed Without Authentic Demand. Here's How to Find It The original act of kindness that came with the opportunity to host Farmer John and his goats remains Beekman 1802's driving force, the co-founders say. The company has donated hundreds of thousands of dollars in product and financial support to hundreds of worthy causes. The brand has also established a Kindness Krew: a community of skincare content creators and community influencers who are "passionate about spreading kindness to skin, animals, community and the planet." "Selling the product is the next level down," Ridge says, "because we know that if we are successful in spreading kindness, then the product will have more value to [people]."
Buzz Feed
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
26 Genius Products From Queer-Owned Businesses
A set of shampoo, conditioner, and body wash dispensers that'll basically turn your bathroom into a luxury hotel. These beauties come with adhesive wallmount brackets, which means two things: 1) No tools required!! 2) Pumping out your fave shower goodies will be easier than ever. If only it could put a mint and swan-shaped towel on your bed every night. A vision board book filled with super unique photos, words, and quotes you can cutout to start manifesting in style. The best part? The photos are meant to be super inclusive in terms of body types, skin tone, and gender expression, so you can fill your vision board with images that truly resonate with you. A delicious Boy Smells Vanilla Era candle, which one reviewer described as "vanilla if it was spicy, and sassy," which is honestly what I want my home to smell like at all times. There's obviously vanilla present, but you also get notes of coffee, white tulip, black pepper, and black amber — spicy and sassy, indeed! Imagine sipping your homemade cold brew while your house smells like the trendiest coffee shop in town ☕️ 🍦 😌. A Bazzle Baby silicone bib with a waterproof food catcher pouch that might just make parents cry tears of joy. No more scooping up the sliced strawberries that ended up all over the high chair, floor, and everywhere else except your tot's mouth?! Yes, that future is possible! A Beekman 1802 hydrating body mist that's perfect for summer since it's SO lightweight and meant to absorb almost instantly. Honestly, there are few things worse than slathering on thick body lotion in a humid bathroom after a shower 😩. Now you can just spritz this all over and massage it in while the goat milk softens your skin and the lactic acid provides some gentle exfoliation. Just be sure to give a shake first to mix the two layers!! And Beekman 1802's Bloom Face Cream, a lightweight moisturizer that also gently exfoliates thanks to the inclusion of lactic acid. If you're going for that ~glassy, glimmering glow~, this is what you're looking for. Oh, and the lotion "blooms" from the container in the shape of a flower, which is just plain adorable. Explorer's cold brew concentrate so you can finally stop spending nearly $10 for a medium latte — and that's before adding a splash of oat milk and cold foam!!! This strong but smooth concentrate is good for 20+ cups, so each serving is less than $3. All you have to do is mix it with water or milk in a 1:4 ratio. It even comes in four caffeine levels so you can decide if you want to be charged up like the Energizer Bunny or as chill as the ice cubes in your glass. And Modica's espresso martini mix if you prefer your coffee treats with a little edge — although you can totally make it a mocktail, too! Just combine one part mix and one part spirit (or club soda), then get to sipping an Espresso Martini that's worthy of the latest overpriced local pop-up bar that's all over your TikTok. A Shark Tank-featured Poplight with an adhesive mount and built-in level, so it's perfect for apartment dwellers and tool-challenged people alike! The rechargeable battery lasts for up to nine hours on a single charge, and you can adjust the brightness, color temperature, and set timers via the accompanying smartphone app. An easy-to-apply nose and paw moisturizer to soothe your pup's snoot or revitalize your cat's lil' toe beans. The emollient magic stick is made with shea butter and coconut oil to moisturize, and carnauba wax to lock in all that soothing goodness. You might want to pick up a few so your pet can have a car paw balm, purse paw balm, and bathroom paw balm — just like their parent. And a stain and odor remover every pet parent will hold tightly to their chest in a warm embrace every time their fluff ball has an accident. Just apply it to the stain, give a few minutes to work its magic, then blot the stain away! The blend of lime, lemon, orange, and grapefruit in the formula will also take care of any stinky reminders that are threatening to linger in your carpet. Byoma's Hydrating Milky Toner — many reviewers say it can stand toe-to-toe with Rhode's Glazing Milk. It's designed to soothe and calm sensitive skin while adding a light touch of moisture that's perfect for prepping your skin for the rest of your routine. Some people on TikTok are even mixing this in with their foundation to get a glowy look even Hailey Bieber herself would be impressed with. And a super smooth Liptide Lip Mask with babassu oil to moisturize and PHA to exfoliate dead skin cells. Just slather this on before bed and you'll basically wake up with a new pout. In the words of ultimate gay ally, Hilary Duff, flaky lips are 🎶 so yesterday 🎶. And!! A raspberry-flavored Taste of Space Lip Milk so you can lock in all that moisture your lips soaked up all night long. The mango seed butter will keep your lips silky smooth while the collagen helps provide a plump, glossy look. It's designed to be a perfect base for lip color, so your favorite lippies might just go on smoother than ever. Snif's laundry starter pack that'll make your clothes smell so good, you might just start skipping perfume. Each set comes with a bottle of laundry detergent and a scent booster you can pour into the fabric softener tray for an extra dose of fragrant goodness. Oh, and these aren't your typical laundry scents like "boring breeze" or "linen snoozefest." Instead, your clothes will come out smelling like a comfy coffeeshop (Mightnight Grind) or a high-end floral-cherry perfume (Tart Deco). The wildly popular Puff Puff Pass setting powder, which is so famous, I wouldn't be surprised if a "sickening supply of KimChi Chic Beauty" replaced Anastasia Beverly Hills as the Drag Race prize. It's gone viral for locking in makeup all day and keeping excess oil at bay — and the pink shade is particularly beloved for its brightening properties, especially when used to set under-eye concealer. A sleeveless high-waisted coverall — you know, the ultimate effortless summer fashion essential. Just throw this on and forget about the days of rummaging through your closet for a top that actually matches your breezy linen pants. The elastic waistband on the back makes it super stretchy, though there's also two-button adjustable waist if you want a more fitted look. And yes, there are pockets, so you'll have plenty of space for your sunnies and AirPods. OneKind's Mega Multitasker All-day Moisturizer so you can start your day with some nongreasy, lightweight hydration that won't make your skin feel congested before you even step out the door. It contains hyaluronic acid to keep you hydrated and ashwagandha to fend off signs of fatigue, so you might be able to skip that extra espresso shot in your latte. An SPF 30 sunscreen in a lightweight serum formula that's designed to be invisible and layer perfectly on top of the rest of your skincare. There's even a dose of vitamin C in there to help brighten your skin tone while you're out soaking up some sun. An aluminum-free deodorant from Malin + Goetz so you can keep the ~stank~ away with natural ingredients that are suitable for sensitive skin. This will provide odor protection for up to 12 hours, and you can even use it on spots like the back of your legs, torso, and nape of your neck. A pair of TomboyX compression underwear specifically made with transgender, queer, and nonbinary people in mind since they provide a "soft tuck" fit. The compressive mesh holds everything in place, and the moisture-wicking fabric quickly takes care of any excess sweat throughout the day. A medium-hold soft clay pomade that'll help you achieve your perfect style without feeling crunchy or sticky. Just rub some in your hands until the pomade turns clean, then apply to damp or dry hair. Oh, and it rinses out with water, so you can easily refresh your hair at the end of the day. A jar of shower steamers made with peppermint, eucalyptus, and menthol so you can close your eyes and pretend you're at a super fancy spa. You know, the kind that doesn't show up on Groupon. Just pop one on your shower floor out of the direct stream of water and get ready to inhale some minty freshness that might just put a little extra pep in your step. Morning showerers, rejoice!! A gently exfoliating BHA cleanser so you can give your pores a thorough cleaning — but don't worry, there's also some oat extract to soothe sensitive skin and keep irritation at bay. It also works to remove makeup and sunscreen, so the days of using those wasteful makeup-removing wipes are finally over. The TikTok and Instagram-viral One/Size waterproof setting spray that'll make sure your makeup lives up to its "all-day wear" claims. This magic spritz will keep your look in place for up to 16 hours, and reviewers say it works like a dream for keeping excess oil at bay. A gorgeous marbled glass coaster set so you can finally toss the flimsy ones you stole from The Olive Garden back in college. These will instantly elevate your coffee table's vibe while protecting it from water rings and coffee cup stains. They even have silicone bumpers at the bottom to keep them in place so your wine glass doesn't go flying when you accidentally stub your toe on said coffee table.
Buzz Feed
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
33 Genius Things To Solve Your Summer Problems
A pack of waterproof playing cards capable of withstanding whatever environmental hazards you expose them to, whether it's an unexpected spring rain, a splash from the pool, or a dirty camping ground. No mushy cards this summer! A sand-removal bag filled with talc-free, reef-safe powder designed to absorb the moisture from sticky wet sand, leaving behind, well, dry sand, which is famously much easier to wipe off your body. A Sun Bum hair lightener made with pineapple and lemon to lighten up blonde to medium brown hair with the power of the sun. Just spritz on this banana-scented spray and let the sun help you achieve a fresh, summery look that won't damage your hair like a heavy bleaching sesh might. A set of lights with flexible goosenecks so you can grill late into the night without having to grope around blindly for your tools. The battery-operated lights are magnetic — just pop them onto the hood of your grill. Ogx Argan Oil of Morocco Curl-Defining Cream for curls so bouncy you'll be jumping for joy (and to show them off). The argan oil-boosted formula moisturizes and tames frizz (nice try, summer humidity!) while adding a level of volume and shine you'd normally expect from a much higher price point. Liquid I.V. electrolyte drink mix in a variety of exciting, summer-ready flavors ranging from watermelon to pina colada. Besides being delicious, the electrolyte powder is formulated to help hydrate faster than plain water. It also just tastes good so you might be more likely to drink more in general. Pleated paper shades if you find that the sun is waking up way before you. This affordable solution is easy to apply (just trim, peel, stick) and comes with clips to raise or lower them. A roll of aloe wrap you can cut into the perfect shape to best cover your sunburnt body. The hydro-gel wrap is infused with aloe vera, green tea, and vitamin E to help soothe and moisturize skin and prevent excessive peeling. Just slap these forbidden Fruit Rollups on your red skin and marinate for 20-40 minutes for best results. Or Burt's Bees sunburn soother crafted with aloe and coconut oil to hydrate skin and turn back time to before you stayed out in the sun a little too long. It's nongreasy and absorbs quickly, so you can go from "AHHH" to ahhhh. A baby beach tent with a built-in pool so you can keep your little one shaded and bring the ocean to them. Now your baby can splash to their heart's content, and you can stay shaded and cool under your own umbrella. A set of special stickers that tell you when it's time to reapply sunscreen. Cover it (and your skin, of course) with sunscreen, and the sticker will turn clear. When it turns purple, you know it's time for another generous coating of sun protection. Beekman 1802's Solar Milk with SPF 50 that goes on 100% transparently. The goat milk-infused gel will feel so silky-smooth on your face, you'll almost forget it's there. A packable floppy hat so you don't have to worry about carrying a stiff-brimmed one to your car or through the airport. It'll keep your face shaded (with UPF 50!), yes, but more importantly, it will make you feel posh and dramatic while walking on the boardwalk and looking out at the ocean. Or a large-brimmed visor if you want to give your head some breathing room. The extra-long brim offers supreme coverage and is made with anti-UV, UPF 50+ material. Let's see the sun get through that! A doggy sunscreen made with moisturizing aloe vera perfect for dogs with short coats or no fur at all (helloooo, Chinese cresteds and Xoloitzcuintlis). Just give them a spritz with this quick-drying and safe-to-lick spray for relief from dry and cracked skin. This doubles as an itch relief and snout soother! A car windshield sunshade to keep your car from becoming hotter than the center of the earth. Please! No more scorched thighs this summer. A teeny-tiny razor for little touch-ups when you're out and about. You know when you *think* you shaved every last hair on your legs, and then you get into the sun and see you missed a patch? 😩 If that's something that bothers you too, this kit comes with an extra five-blade razor and a travel case. And Eadem Smooth Slate, a roller serum made with AHAs and tyrosinase (an enzyme that helps with the production of melanin) to target ingrown hairs, scars, dark spots, and strawberry legs. The formula helps exfoliate, potentially lifting away dead skin and freeing trapped hairs before soothing with shea butter. A reusable plug-in fly trap with a built-in light that'll work like a siren song, luring hapless flying insects to their demise. It calls out to fruit flies and gnats up to 400 feet away so you can finally reclaim your home after leaving the screen door slightly ajar. Washable bra liners to absorb under-boob sweat before it has a chance to bleed through your shirt. Reviewers note that it does the impossible and actually makes wearing a wire bra more tolerable! A battery-operated patio umbrella light so your family can actually see each other while dining outside. The battery-powered device has 28 LEDs to properly illuminate a whole picnic table after the sun sets. Mosquito Dunks to kill mosquitos before they're even big enough to bite you. They're made with a bacteria that's only toxic to mosquito larvae, so you don't have to worry about pets or wildlife. A Color Wow heat-activated anti-frizz treatment sure to be a total game changer for people who straighten or blow dry their hair straight only for it to go *poof* when they step outside. This humidity-fighting formula "waterproofs" your hair to help protect it from 'do-ruining weather. Or a deep-conditioning hair mask promising smoother, shinier, and stronger hair, even if you're fighting against bleached, dry, or damaged locks. It can even handle Florida levels of humidity! A pair of charcoal shoe deodorizers to help you reclaim your sneakers from the dreaded Stink. Just slip them into your shoes and let them get to work. To "recharge," leave them in the sun. A pair of oil sprayers so you can lightly coat your veggies and prepare them for grilling without getting your hands greasy. Fill these non-aerosol, food-safe sprayers with olive oil, vinegar — or a little water if you need to scare away backseat grillers who "just wanna check" on the burgers. Reviewers love the fine spray, the leakproof bottle, and cool design. Veet sensitive hair removal gel kindly providing a soothing, gentle alternative to razors or waxing. The aloe-infused formula works in under 10 minutes by dissolving hair on your legs, arms, back, and bikini area. It's designed to be more efficient and reduce the risk of ingrown hairs — imagine a world without those annoying bumps! 48,000+ 5-star raters are already experiencing it. A time-saving fruit and veggie divider so you can fill up the fruit salad bowl and have time left over to whip some cream as a topping. Parents love that this device is fun and safe enough for their kids to use — free sous chef! A bunch of water balloons that all inflate at once to take the prep time out of impromptu water fights. Just screw the connector onto your hose, fill, and watch your ready-to-throw balloons fall off the vine. A jar of Buns Of Glowry — hear me out! This "butt polish" uses wheat protein, watermelon extract, and shea butter to help moisturize, tighten, and smooth skin, leaving you with a glowing moon that could rival the summer sun. It also smells like watermelon, which OK, yum! Towel bands because you don't need anything interrupting your juicy mystery novel, especially a towel bunching up or falling on your head after a strong gust of wind. And if you're going on a cruise or planning to visit a hotel pool, these will help your seat stand out in a sea of identical towels. Colorescience brush-on mineral powder with SPF 50 because — I say this as a ginger — the sun is evil and out to get you, so every step in your makeup routine might as well work as protection. Reviewers say the sheer foundation leaves them looking luminous, so you can avoid burns (when pairing with sunscreen lotion) *and* look fabulous. The brush also makes it way faster and easier to reapply throughout the day — I HATE touching my face while I'm out and about. A Revlon volcanic face roller way easier to use than those disposable blotting pads. You just roll the volcanic stone over any oily or sweaty areas on your face and then pop it in your bag for later. It doesn't even mess with your makeup!
