12 Amazon summer must-buys that are absolutely genius — and they're all all under $20
From reusable ice cubes to a cooling neck towel, these buys will make your life easier this summer.
Maybe you already use Amazon Canada to order your day-to-day essentials. I mean, they carry everything from kitchen supplies to toilet paper. But did you know there’s also a trove of affordable summer must-haves that will make your life easier?
Digging through the site for the best of the best can be time-consuming. That's why we’ve done all of the legwork for you and uncovered some absolute treasures that you’ll want in your life this summer — or at least on your wish list.
1. Maybelline New York Tattoo Brow Peel Off Tint
Rating: 4.1 stars
The details: This brow tint can be used to fill in sparse areas or gaps in your brows. It has a brush applicator to keep mess to a minimum and you can peel it right off with your fingers once it has set (that takes at least 20 minutes, but you can leave it on for up to two hours). The tint will last for up to three days, saving you from messing around with pencils or pomade.
Promising review: "This stuff is easy to use once you get the hang of it. The colour does not stain instantly so if you mess up while applying, it's very forgiving. And once set, it peels off easily. For me it only last until I wash my face because I always forget to wash around my brows, but it does not fade or bleed during the day, even on hot summer day."
2. Reusable Ice Cubes
Rating: 4.3 stars
The details: This pack of 30 food-safe reusable ice cubes can be used to let your guests know which drink belongs to them. As an added bonus, there's zero chance of them watering down beverages like regular ice cubes.
Promising review: "These are so so great! I pop them into the dishwasher to wash when needed. They are great for cooling drinks but best for things like soups and stews when it’s too hot for the kiddos!."
3. Mini Portable Fan
Rating: 4.7 stars
The details: This three-speed fan is great for cooling down on the go. It even comes with a base, so you can use it as a desk or bedside fan when you arrive back at your home base. And since it's rechargeable, you won't have to worry about buying batteries.
Promising review: "I am very impressed with this little fan. I have had it for 2 weeks now and still haven’t had to charge it. Has 3 speeds, the highest is great. Used while in Mexico and on the plane when a hot flash appeared. Would definitely buy again."
4. Ice Roller
Rating: 4.6 stars
The details: Forget about cold spoons, this ice roller will become your new best friend when it comes to de-puffing. It's also great for giving your face and bod a cool down when the temperature spikes, and will give you a bit of a massage to boot.
Promising review: "I’m obsessed with this ice roller. I like how it’s a gel roller instead of stainless steel. It de puffs and lifts my face. It just feels amazing, especially in the summertime."
5. Portable Dog Dish
Rating: 4.1 stars
The details: This portable dog bowl is sure to come in handy on sweltering days. It's made of durable nylon (so you won't need to worry about rips and tears) and can be folded down small enough to stuff in your bag or back pocket. Now, you won't have to share your water bottle with a slobbery pup!
Promising review: "This bowl goes out with us every day. shared between three dogs, it is the perfect answer for cars, walking, camping."
6. LED Drink Wrap
Rating: 4.5 stars
The details: This slap-to-wrap holder will keep your drink in sight, even after the sun goes down. It's made of insulating neoprene and will also save your hands from getting covered in condensation.
Promising review: "We camp in an RV and we like firepit chats in the evening. The Nite Ize SlapLit wrap makes sure we do not knock over our cans. And, it is always fun watching someone see it for the first time. We have bought several of these as gifts. They are a good price point and ours have never stopped working after a couple of years."
7. Cooling Towel
Rating: 4.2 stars
The details: Heatwaves not treating you so nicely? Well, this is about to be your new favourite thing. Simply run it under cold water until it's soaked through and brace yourself for some serious chill. It can last for up to four hours and is essential for summer runs and other outdoor activities.
Promising review: "I have endo which (among other things) causes sporadic hot flashes - I took this back country camping and it honestly saved my life. We hiked about 15k up a mountain in plus 30 Celsius with no wind or cloud coverage. It was about a 10 hour hike (one way) and I was probably carrying 30 pounds in my bag so I was HOT. I soaked this thing in nearby streams or with my water bottle and either hung it around my neck or strapped it to my bag to wipe my face. If I didn't have this there's no way I would have made it!"
8. Revlon Oil-Absorbing Volcanic Face Roller
Rating: 4.1 stars
The details: If you get a touch more than dewy in the summer months, forget your single-use blotting sheets and order this roller instead. It's made of real volcanic stone that'll sop up excess oil and leave you shine-free.
Promising review: "This tiny tool is incredible — it's like a magic eraser for the oil on my face. I love it so much. It couldn't be easier to use, and it cleans up very quickly/easily."
9. Pineapple Corer and Slicer
Rating: 4.4 stars
The details: This two-piece set will make chopping up pineapple a cinch. Use the rustproof stainless steel tool to dig out the tough centre of the fruit and cut it into slices, then chop it into uniform chunks with the ring-shaped plastic gadget. Bye knives, see you never.
Promising review: "I love pineapple, but slicing off the outside was time consuming and messy. Plus you ended up losing part of the fruit to get those little black spots off. With this tool, it's so easy and quick and you end up with the best of the fruit."
10. Patches for Silicone Tent and Tarp Repair
Rating: 4.2 stars
The details: If you love summer camping, you already know how handy these "just in case" items are. Whether your tarp gets ripped or you find a surprise hold in your tent, you're gonna be glad you ordered these. They work on silpoly, nylon, vinyl and rubber, plus they're waterproof, so you won't have to worry about any rain sneaking into your sleeping situation.
Promising review: "I bought this to keep in my 'worry bag.' A week later I damaged a section of seam tape on my silpoly hammock tarp. The seam chaffed a bit on the ridge line during a high wind rainstorm. I placed this patch over the damaged spot while it was leaking. Stayed dry the rest of the night. A more thorough repair is under way now, but this was just what I needed for a quick field repair."
11. Cooler Light
Rating: 4.1 stars
The details: This lightweight light will automatically turn on when your cooler is open and shut off when your close it. You may want to grab extras if you're known to use your tackle-box or toolbox after the sun sets.
Promising review: "I bought this for my boyfriend to put in our cooler when we go camping. When we grab drinks at night while we sit by the campfire, it’s kind of a pain to have to take your phone out of your pocket and use the flashlight to grab a drink out of the freezing ice. You need this. It attaches to the inside of your lid and is motion sensor."
12. Waterproof Cards
Rating: 4.5 stars
The details: Whether you like playing cards on the beach or are scared of ruining your favourite deck with wine spills during game night, you're going to love these. They're 100 per cent waterproof and flexible, too.
Promising review: "PERFECT for the beach! We loved having these on our vacation. Very durable and unbreakable, and water resistant. Love them!"
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
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