2 min readThe sun is out, the temperatures are high, and the vacations are mounting. And as much as we love the summer fun, we’re not into the excessive sweat that comes with it. Plus, when you live in a walking city like New York, where our content strategy director Rachel Crocetti lives, avoiding sweat is impossible, and there’s nothing worse than arriving at your destination with a few droplets gracing your face and body. Enter the handheld miniature fan that Crocetti swears by that cools her down instantly. Did we mention it’s also on sale for 15 percent off during Prime Day?
Crocetti says, “This is super handy for hot New York City summers. I use this almost daily during the hottest days on the subway, but I've also used this while traveling and at outdoor events.” In fact, Crocetti has even purchased this for brides on their big days. It’s also really small and can fit into about any bag or purse. If you have the beloved Fire Stick, it’s roughly the same size and weight, so you know it’s hardly adding to a heavy load. “It's the perfect size to slip into my purse, or even a fanny pack when I walk my dog or have had long, sweaty days in Disney,” Crocetti says.
What’s more, unlike a regular standing fan that you’d prop up on a nightstand or desk, this one is almost silent, so you can use it in public without worrying about causing a scene or getting some annoyed glares from bystanders. “I have bought this for so many friends, and highly recommend it for any summer event or trip,” Crocetti notes. “I admittedly don't use the power bank or flashlight as much as the fan option, but I love having the option.” Yes, this tiny gadget includes a flashlight and a power bank! And at just $12, it’s a steal.
If you want one without the ear detail, Jisulife makes this $15 handheld fan with all the same aforementioned features for just $3 more.
Our Digital Director, Blair Donovan, has this one and loves it, saying, “Years ago, a friend influenced me to buy a handheld fan from Amazon, and I now recommend it every summer to anyone who will listen. This one is small and discreet (aka it can fit in cute tiny handbags) yet still packs a major cooling punch, with two different fan speeds. I primarily use this on sweltering days when I’m walking around or waiting for the subway, but know that it also does triple duty as a portable phone charger and mini flashlight.” You can see her mini fan in action in our TikTok video, below, too.
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