Eight Ingenious Taobao Finds to Keep You Cool in Summer
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There's no reason to let the oppressive heat keep you from enjoying what's wonderful about summer. Here are eight of our top Taobao finds to keep you cool as the temperature rises, even without the help of a pool or AC.
衣服降温喷雾
yīfú jiàngwēn pēnwù
Is it hot enough yet to make you want to peel off your sweaty duds, all the way down to your birthday suit? Save yourself the effort with Shirt Cool, a Japanese spray mist available in various aromas (doubling as deodorant) and designed to quickly cool you off and quell that "just out of the shower look" that's all too familiar come July and August. RMB 28.8-35.8.
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清凉贴
qīngliáng tiē
These cooling gel patches serve a similar function as the spray above, except you stick them to your skin. Made of soft and comfortable material, the patches are also said to relieve stress and fatigue. Bonus function: You can also stick them to your phone or computer if they tend to overheat. RMB 39 for a pack of 20.
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水冷床垫
shuǐlěng chuáng diàn
Cooling doesn't need to stop once you've gone to bed as this multi-functional mattress pad proves. Add cold water to the container, plug in the accompanying fan, and voila, the water is pumped through keeping you sweat-free throughout the night. You can set a timer so it turns off automatically once you're sound asleep. RMB 288-498.
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冰丝凉席
bīng sī liángxí
Save yourself from waking up damp and clammy with this more natural means to stay cool at night: a nifty bamboo mattress cover set. Thin and easy to wipe clean, the set also comes with two pillow covers. Make sure to choose the right size according to your bed so that the cover won't pull loose. RMB 129.9-289.9.
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运动冷感巾
yùndòng lěng gǎn jīn
Lightweight and absorbent, this towel is good for both gym bunnies after a workout or just to throw in your bag if you're likely to go trekking across town. They only take a short time to dry and, better still, remains cold for hours after a quick soak in ice water. Wrap around your wrists, neck, or use it as a bandana to escape the heat. RMB 13.8.
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降温枕头
jiàngwēn zhěntou
Soft and cold thanks to their inner gel stuffing, these computer wrist pads are a great way to stay cool at your desk. You can also stick them in the fridge after each day so that you have something cool to latch onto as soon as you reach the office. They also double as a cooling pillow should you need to take a siesta on a sweltering afternoon. RMB 38.
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迷你小空调
mínǐ xiǎo kòngtiáo
If your apartment is small and you don't want to invest in a full-on air conditioner, this mini AC makes for a decent alternative. Portable and sturdy, it has three levels of cooling and also works to boost humidity in dry climates for better air ventilation such as is needed in Beijing. It also requires little cleaning. RMB 356-396.
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提神降温湿巾
tíshén jiàngwēn shī jīn
Finally, these peppermint-scented wet wipes make for a quick icy fix whenever you're feeling hot and sticky. They come in an easy-to-extract and resealable dispenser, keeping them fresh even when you aren't. RMB 49 for a pack of 50.
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Photos: bustle.com, taobao.com
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