Best Things To Help You Beat The Heat In Singapore — Portable Fans, Cooling Sprays And More
The heat is rising in Singapore, with daily temperatures forecasted to hit as high as 35 degrees Celsius in the first half of June.
Need to find ways to deal with the perennial sweltering heat in Singapore? We’ve rounded up a range of helpful products, from portable fans and neck fans to cooling body sprays and wipes, to help us all cool down.
Add these to cart now for instant relief from the heat, or wait for the 6.6 sale that’s just around the corner to snag bigger discounts.
If you can’t tell from its price tag, the Ultra 1 is the top-of-the-line model from Jisulife’s range of portable fans. The powerful fan has an impressive 100 levels of wind speed (it peaks at 75,000 RPM ) and a working time between 1.5 to 6.5 hours. At 315g, the lightweight portable fan supports fast charging, which takes 2.5 hours. It also comes with two attachments that transform it into a cordless hair dryer, an equipment cleaner, and an air cushion inflator. Choose between dark grey and silver colourways. Includes a one-year warranty. Shop here
For a truly hands-free cooling experience, opt for the Jisulife neck fan. It also has a one-year warranty with 100 levels of adjustable wind speed. Wind is supplied through four air ducts that are built with noise reduction capabilities. With a long-lasting battery life of 13.5 hours, accompanied by an LED screen that displays both battery life and wind speed, this is among the most worthy companions to have on a sweltering hot day. Buy now
This wallet-friendly Muji handheld fan is ideal for those just dipping their toes into the world of lightweight, portable fans. It weighs slightly less than 100g and comes with a USB cable to recharge the battery. It’s versatile, with four modes available: Rhythm, Low, Medium, and High. Rhythm mode shuffles between Low and switches on and off every five seconds. Charging will take approximately 3.5 hours and last up to 12 hours on Rhythm mode. Shop now
The Gadget Mix fan features a sleek design with no visible fan blades. It can also be hung around your neck with the accompanying lanyard. The in-built clip at the back allows you to secure the fan to your clothes for a more convenient experience. With three adjustable speeds, this neck fan has a working time of between three and 10 hours with a full charge. Shop here
Looking like a shrunk-down hair dryer, this Baseus handheld fan exemplifies the newer portable fan designs entering the market. This model, weighing just 85g, comes with a five-blade fan and three speed settings. A single charge lasts up to four hours. Keep it upright as a desktop or nightstand fan, or use the lanyard to keep it secure around your wrist. Buy here
OhSunny Women's UV Sun Protection Hooded Jacket ($31.59)
While it might seem counterintuitive to wear long sleeves to keep cool, it helps reduce the heat transfer from the sun's rays onto our skin. The loose-fitting and lightweight OhSunny jacket offers UPF 50+ sun protection, blocking over 99 per cent of ultraviolet radiation. There is a selection of colourways, ranging from white to lavender. Buy here
The Shark FlexBreeze fan operates as both a standing and portable cordless fan. Just press a button to lift and release the fan from its base. A five-hour charge provides between 24 hours of runtime on speed 1 and two hours of runtime on speed 5. It is UV- and water-resistant, allowing the fan to be used both outdoors and indoors. The quietness of the fan is matched by its wide-angle cooling capabilities, featuring 180-degree oscillation and 55-degree tilt. It is available in Black too. Buy here
Snake Brand Cooling Mist ($4.20)
Some of us might have grown up with parents slathering Snake Brand body powder all over us when the weather gets sweltering. Snake Brand has expanded its offerings to include a cooling body spray, affording greater portability of its cooling comfort. Simply spray onto any body part that feels hot and let the blend of alcohol and menthol provide an instant cooling effect. There are four scents to pick from: Classic, Lavender, Refreshing, and Soft & Smooth. Buy here
A cooling body spray alternative is the Gatsby Crazy Cool Body Water. It comes in a greater volume and is available in two iterations: Ice Ocean and Ice Citrus. Use the spray after workouts, prolonged time outdoors, or whenever you need a quick cooldown.
Biore Cool Body Sheets ($4.55)
If you don’t want to travel with liquids, consider the Biore Cool Body Sheets instead. These cooling wet body wipes are infused with menthol and hyaluronic acid. Just one sheet is enough for the entire body, and it purportedly reduces skin surface temperature by three degrees Celsius instantly while removing sweat and odour. Each pack contains 20 sheets and there are three scents to choose from: Unscented, Floral, and Peach. Buy here
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