After a record-cold winter that felt like it would never end, sunny days are finally on the horizon. Depending on where you live, you may already be seeing temperatures in the 70s and even 80s. While many may rejoice in the warm weather, if you deal with hot flashes or just run uncomfortably hot, you may be wondering how to best prepare for beating the heat.
Lucky for you, we found a versatile, albeit pretty surprising gadget that reviewers call a “LIFESAVER for hot flashes,” and even the “best hot flash instant relief...ever” — a portable stroller fan. Unlike other portable fan options, this baby bends, allowing you to bring cooling air wherever you need it, 100% hands-free. Cherry on top: today it’s 20% off.
This compact fan can be held in your hand, propped up tripod-style or bent around nearly any surface you can think of — thanks to its three flexible, silicone legs.
With a rechargeable battery lasting up to 10 hours, users say the fan keeps them cool for long stretches, whether traveling, sleeping, grocery shopping, working or just hanging out. Stick it on your treadmill, attach it to a shopping cart or leave it on your table — the options are endless, and the air is crisp.
“I clip it to my nightstand when I’m trying to sleep through Satan’s sauna, to my car vent when the AC takes too long, and once — no shame — I handheld it during a particularly sweaty church service like some kind of sweaty southern belle,” one reviewer joked. “It’s quiet, strong, and those bendy legs? Honey, more flexible than I’ve been since 1993.”
Lightweight and packable, users say they love how effortlessly it blends into their lives. Deemed “by far the best fan I’ve ever used,” shoppers love the three powerful speeds, quiet sound, long-lasting battery and the selection of colors it comes in.
The fan is especially loved by people going through hormone and health-related hot flashes and night sweats, from menopause to postpartum and more.
“Yes, it was made for strollers. No, I do not have a stroller. I am the stroller now, lumbering through life overheating like a 2002 minivan with a broken radiator,” a fan joked. “But this fan? This glorious, rechargeable miracle? It’s the MVP of my survival kit.”
A reviewer with self-described “older-age hot flashes” says the fan came recommended by peers, who love the smart design for staying cool on the go. Others call it a “must” for staying comfortable through the night, propping it on their bedside table to ward off night sweats.
“Tiny fan, big relief,” one wrote, calling the fan a lifesaver that gives “just the right amount of airflow when I need it.”
Reviewers are losing their cool for this portable fan that’s made for much more than strollers. Read more 5-star reviews and grab one for yourself before the real heat starts.
“Fantastic tiny fan for my kitchen! Amazing powerful breeze, easily charged with the power cord supplied! I’ve placed it on the countertop, just to the left of my cooktop, aimed at my kitchen window. Keeps this old hot flash woman cool while I prepare a meal!” — Martha
“If I could give this 10 ⭐️’s, I would! This has quite the fan power for a small machine & I take it with on all trips since airports can get hot and it’s great for those long layovers. Our bedroom can get hot so I put it on the nightstand and it’s perfect! Running it on high can be too much during the night tho. Like I said, it’s quite powerful. Ladies going through menopause GET ONE! TAKE IT EVERYWHERE!” — FlowerLover
“Great fan!!!! You won’t believe how quiet it is! It will attach to anything and it’s rechargeable so it doesn’t have to be plugged in all the time. Has 3 speeds and is the perfect purchase for any woman who gets hot flashes at night.” — Muddpetal
Looking for more solutions that help keep hot flashes from derailing the day? Here are three more cooling finds that are either on sale or already under $20 — curated by Shopping Writer Lourdes Avila Uribe.
Jisulife portable neck fan (18% off)
This portable, hands-free neck fan is a longtime bestseller that's popular with celebrities and other customers alike. It's available in six different colors and the bladeless design ensures you don't have to deal with tangled wires or getting your hair caught inside it. You just pop it on your neck and choose from one of three speed settings. This fan has a rechargeable USB-C port and couldn't be easier to use. It's designed to be a miracle worker for those dealing with hot flashes and beyond. Prime members can get it 15% off.
Promising reviews: “Bought this for my mom who is always having hot flashes (thank you, menopause!). She absolutely loves it! It’s light weight and super quiet— a bonus for my mom who already has hearing loss and hearing aids.” — swray
“Unlike other neck fans, this one does not grab my hair and the vents go all the way to the back cooling my neck. It works so well that three of my friends are buying it. A microphone does not pick up a sound when it is the low speed. I use it at church when singing, at work, and when I go out. I am also pleased that the battery is easy to charge. So far, the battery is working well.” — Mj
Esarora ice roller
Promising review: "This was a gift for me, and I was skeptical. I felt it looked clunky, and wasn't convinced it would be useful. I was very wrong! Despite its clunky appearance, I am so happy that I was given this gift! If I have a headache or am feeling stressed, a few minutes of rolling the softer roller head over my temples, forehead, and face leaves me feeling much better, more relaxed, and refreshed. I use it a couple of times a week. It also seems to reduce redness and puffiness for a few minutes, but I haven't seen any long-term changes. I think it will be very useful once the weather warms up, I can imagine it will be very refreshing once it gets really hot. It would also be great for anyone suffering from hot flashes!" — Amazon customer
Avène Eau Thermale facial mist (BOGO 40% off)
There's nothing better than a spritz of cooling mist when you're burning up from the inside out. I can't go anywhere or be far from my Avène face mist. I have long kept one in my carry-on bag to refresh my skin while flying, but now I've grown fully dependent on it to help regulate my temperature as the weather trends infernal. I spray it on my face and wrists for near-immediate relief, and get to enjoy the secondary skin care benefits as well. It's an easy and soothing way to keep myself from overheating. I keep one in my work bag and another close at hand at home. I recommend storing it in the fridge so it's extra chilly.
Bonus: This is available with a BOGO 40% off deal if you clip the on-page coupon. You can either get two mist bottles or choose another personal care product in this lineup.
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