Gizmos to Keep You Cool When the AC and Fan Fail

These days the heat is hard enough to beat even with fans and air conditioners blasting at their highest settings. It would literally feel like a horrible day in hell if one or both of those appliances were to succumb to the scorching temperatures. However, sometimes that turns out to be the unfortunate scenario.

Even though such an adverse situation is sometimes unavoidable, every Guts.Glam.Grace girl knows that it is neither cute nor healthy to sweat it out during this especially sweltering season. What she may not know is what else she can do to beat the heat when it has beaten her first lines of defense. Fortunately, we are here to help with a list of great gadgets to help keep cool when the fan and AC fail under the hot pressure.

FirstStreet Artic Ties – $20 for a pack of two

They may look like regular bandanas, but these neck ties not only have great fashion potential, they’re also hiding gel crystals that keep you cool. When soaked in cold water, the gel expands, allowing you hours of cool bliss, no freezing or refrigerating necessary. FirstStreet Artic Ties are available at firststreetonline.com.

Misty Mate Personal Air Cooler – $30

It’s great to be able to move around. The Misty Mate allows you to do just that. It may be only eight ounces, but it packs a punch. Requiring no batteries and having no motorized parts, the Misty Mate is super easy to use. Just fill it with water and with a few pumps, you will be in misty- cool heaven. Available at Target.

The Bedfan -$75

Being hotter than the months of June, July, ans August put together is already pretty unbearable, but it gets worse when you’re trying to sleep. By sending cool air traveling between your sheets, and stopping your own body heat from getting trapped, the Bedfan keeps you feeling breezy and comfortable through the night. Available online at secure-bedfan.com

The Insulated Evaporative Cooling Cap – $25

This may look like a regular cap, but it does more than just shield your eyes and face from the dun. Using its Hydroweave technology, this cap uses solar energy to cause water to evaporate, drawing heat from your head. All you have to do is run the cap under cool water, and wring out the excess. This cap keeps your head 30 degrees cooler than temperature outside. And don’t worry about ruining your hair or dealing with a dripping wet hat. The cap includes an inner lining that keeps your head cool and dry as it does its job. Available through Hammacher Schlemmer (online at hammacher.com, through the Hammacher Schlemmer catalog, or by phone: 1.800.321.1484)

This heat may feel like too much to handle, but it’s easier than ever to stay breezy and cool in these sizzling summer days.

Stay Cool!