Tested And Tried: Must-Have Summer Hygiene Products

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Nothing says summer quite like glowing skin, beachy waves and.. sweat. As much as the season is sold as sun-kissed and carefree, it also comes with its fair share of stickiness, perspiration, and less-than-fresh moments. While the ads may highlight effortless beauty, the reality often includes managing heat and odor that so many of us just haven’t been trained to tackle.

Whether you prefer to stay cool indoors with the A/C or fully dive into the summer’s sweaty embrace, staying fresh becomes a daily priority, and a reoccurring issue to address as the temperatures rise.

Below, Forbes tested and tried all the best hygiene, heat combatting and sweat-proof products to beat the summer’s heat.

Best For: Gently removing buildup, dirt, and grime without harsh scrubbing.

Scrubs are a thing of the past, polishes are the future. The CLEARSTEM Vitamin Scrub has a jelly-like or putty consistency, rather than feeling gritty like traditional scrubs. Infused with chamomile and Vitamin C, it smooths and brightens the skin without irritation. Though it’s not explicitly labeled for face or body, its scrub-to-foam texture makes it ideal for areas prone to buildup from sweat, like underarms, back, and chest.

Jumbo Butta Drop Whipped Oil Body Cream — $79

Best For: Moisture.

While Fenty Skin’s line continues to grow in body butters, they added this jumbo sized ‘Butta Drop’ that leaves your skin shining but not oily. While moisturizing can feel pointless when you’re bound to get sweaty anyway, this body butter is surprisingly lightweight. It absorbs well, and its scent—soft yet lingering—is long-lasting without being overpowering.

SuperGoop (Re)setting Refreshing Mist SPF 40 — $34

Best For: Refreshing your face while staying protected from the sun.

Reapplying sunscreen can feel like a chore, especially on hot days when non–white cast formulas often leave skin feeling oily. But this Supergoop! sunscreen changes that. It goes on like a refreshing mist, similar to a rose water spray, making reapplication quick, cooling, and effortless. Plus, it delivers a natural-looking glow while keeping your skin protected with SPH 40++.

Byredo Bal d’Afrique Absolu de Parfum — $280

Best For: Long-lasting fragrance.

While it’s tempting to reach for light mists and sprays during the summer, the key to staying smelling good all day is using more concentrated scents. Byredo’s new ‘Absolu’ line features highly concentrated fragrances designed to last, from a morning workout to a beach day, park date, or dinner out. These richer perfumes offer staying power without being overpowering.

Gisou Mini Wildflower Honey Infused Hair Perfume — $25

Best For: Enhancing the sensory experience.

It’s often said that the first thing people smell is the scent of your hair. If you’re wearing protective styles like braids or locs, or simply washing your hair less often during summer, a hair perfume can make all the difference. A well-formulated scent that refreshes between washes and leaves a lasting impression is more than worth it.

Shea Moisture Hydrating Wrap & Set Mousse — $10

Best For: Smoothing down flyaways.

Perfect for braids or any long-term protective style, the SheaMoisture Wrap & Set Mousse is strong yet non-flaky. It provides enough hold to tame flyaways or just unkept hair, that is sneaking its way out the braid, while remaining hydrating, so your hair stays soft and touchable, not stiff or crunchy. It also helps care for each strand while maintaining the look for look’s sake.

Secret X Olay Clinical Strength Antiperspirant Deodorant — $9

Best For: Sweat prevention.

In the summertime, deodorant isn’t optional, and the words “clinical” and “antiperspirant” actually mean something. Secret teamed up with Olay to create their signature Strawberry Fizz scent, offering a long-lasting, odor-fighting formula. Infused with hyaluronic acid, it’s also gentle enough for sensitive underarms that may react to strong scents or harsher deodorants. And

Piave Lavorati a Mano San Francisco Toothbrush —$12

Best For: Full-coverage brushing.

Handcrafted in Italy, these artisanal, one-of-a-kind toothbrushes are as chic as they are functional. While they look cute on your bathroom counter, they also deliver thorough cleaning with durable nylon bristles that do the hard work for you.

Agent Nateur Holi (pearly) Whites Probiotic Whitening Toothpaste — $28

Best For: Those who love all-natural products.

Hear me out, when it comes to hygiene, many people shy away from all-natural products, but this brown paste is the real deal. Made with pearl powder and scented with clove and peppermint, it offers gentle whitening and keeps your breath fresh all day.

Reframe Beauty Compression Complex Cream — $95

Best For: All-day hydration.

The Reframe Beauty Compression Complex Face Sculpting Cream is truly one of a kind. Its lightweight formula delivers all-day moisture and pairs perfectly with the Reframe Beauty Pigment Processor for a powerful, multi-step routine. Plus, it offers the added benefit of blue light resistance to protect your skin from doom-scrolling throughout the day.