My Favorite Summer Survival Hacks to Keep You Cool, Comfortable & Camera-Ready ☀️

Summer is in full swing — and as much as I love warm weather, I don’t love the heat, humidity, bug bites, and makeup meltdowns that come with it. That’s why I put together a fun segment for FOX 5 DC with my favorite summer survival hacks — practical, stylish, and affordable solutions to help you enjoy every sunny moment.

From waterproof speakers to bronzing SPF, here’s everything I shared on air — and why these items have earned a permanent spot in my summer routine.

🛟 Float in Comfort with the Ultimate Pool Chair

Let’s start in my happy place — the pool. If you’re like me and you got a pool during COVID (yep, we were those people), you’ll appreciate this game-changer:

💦 The Floating Pool Chair with Cup Holder

This isn’t your average inflatable. It’s a deep-seated pool lounger that lets you sit comfortably in the water with your elbows resting on the sides — perfect for reading a book, sipping a drink, or even taking a quick cat nap. The built-in cup holder keeps your favorite beverage within reach.

✅ Why I love it: It’s stable, supportive, and so comfortable that I can spend the entire day in it. Trust me, you’ll never want to get out.

🍉 Add a Floating Table for Snacks and Storage

Right next to me in the pool? A floating table. This handy inflatable is perfect for holding your book, snacks, sunglasses, or yes — even your phone (if you’re brave enough).

Some versions have separate compartments, so everyone can have their own section — no fighting over the chips!

✅ Why I love it: You never have to leave the pool. It’s perfect for solo lounging or entertaining a group.

🏋️‍♀️ Make a Splash with Aquatic Dumbbells

Not a gym person? Me neither! But I still love staying active, and summer is the perfect time to take your workout to the water.

💪 Aquatic Dumbbells

These foam dumbbells are super lightweight out of the pool, but once they hit the water, they provide amazing resistance. You can use them to tread water or do a full upper body workout in the deep end.

✅ Why I love them: Water workouts are low impact but super effective — and they’re a lot more fun than the treadmill!

☕️ Cool Down Fast with the HyperChiller

Raise your hand if you love iced coffee (🙋‍♀️), but hate waiting for it to cool.

❄️ HyperChiller

This is one of my newest finds and I’m obsessed! Keep the HyperChiller in the freezer, then pour your hot coffee directly into it — it chills in seconds.

And it’s not just for coffee! You can chill wine, juice, or cocktails quickly and without dilution.

✅ Why I love it: No more watered-down drinks or waiting around. Just pour, chill, and sip.

🔊 Keep the Music Going with a Waterproof Mini Speaker

Whether you’re poolside or at the beach, music sets the vibe. But not all speakers are summer-proof.

🎶 JBL Waterproof Mini Speaker (with Clip!)

This speaker is waterproof, compact, and comes with a handy hook. I clip mine onto my pool bag so I never lose it — because I’ve definitely misplaced one before!

✅ Why I love it: Great sound, super durable, and easy to travel with. The built-in hook keeps it from getting lost at the bottom of your tote.

🦟 Bye Bye, Bug Bites: My Secret Weapon

Mosquitoes love me — and I know I’m not alone. But I’ve found a genius tool that actually works to stop the itch.

🐜 The Bug Bite Thing

Yes, that’s literally the name — and it works! This tiny tool uses suction to pull out the irritant from bug bites, which helps eliminate the itching.

✅ Why I love it: It’s lightweight, totally mess-free, and fits in your bag or glove box. Plus, no more scratching all night long!

🌞 Look Glow-y, Not Greasy

When it’s hot outside, I skip heavy makeup. But that doesn’t mean I go bare-faced.

✨ Bronzing SPF Powder

This product gives you a bit of color, a little glow, and SPF protection all in one. You can use it as a standalone bronzer or as a finishing touch over your daily sunscreen.

✅ Why I love it: It’s perfect for low-maintenance summer beauty — gives me a healthy glow and sun protection, without feeling heavy or cakey.

💁‍♀️ Control the Frizz with a Great Hair Oil

Humidity is not kind to my hair, and I know I’m not the only one battling the frizz.

💧 Leave-In Hair Oil

I use a lightweight hair oil — just rub a little in your hands and smooth it through your hair. Some versions are leave-in treatments, and others can be rinsed out after a couple of days.

✅ Why I love it: It tames flyaways, adds shine, and helps keep my hair looking polished, even when the humidity is off the charts.

💄 Lock In Your Look with a Finishing Spray

Melted makeup? Not cute. When I do wear makeup in the summer, I always finish with this:

💦 Finishing Matte Setting Spray

A quick spritz helps lock in your makeup and reduce shine. It keeps everything in place, even through sweat, heat, and humidity.

✅ Why I love it: It’s a must-have for TV segments, events, and summer nights out. Keeps me looking fresh, not frazzled.

Quick Recap: My Summer Survival Hacks

Why These Hacks Matter

Summer is supposed to be fun, and these products help eliminate the stress. Whether you’re heading to the beach, relaxing by the pool, or running errands in 90-degree heat, a few smart tools can go a long way.

I always look for products that are:

• Affordable

• Easy to use

• Multi-functional

• Travel-friendly

And if I’m featuring them on TV, you know they’re Christina-tested and approved! 😉

Watch the Segment

What’s Your Summer Hack?

I’d love to hear what helps you survive the heat. Do you have a go-to product that cools