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Summer is supposed to be filled with breaking the rules, but the heat can make you feel plain lazy. Do you find yourself going crazy looking for ways to keep cool? Need ideas on what to do this summer? Have a bug problem? From DIY bug repellents to the best ways to cut your strawberries, we have all your bases covered for the next few months. Beat the heat with 50 Hottest Summer Life Hacks!
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50. DIY Headband
50. DIY Headband
Make your own headbands to keep your hair out of your face and to keep looking good!
49. Sherpa Dog
49. Sherpa Dog
If your shorts don't have pockets, attach your keys to your dog's leash.
48. Pocket Shower
48. Pocket Shower
Keep this in your bag in case you need an emergency shower to rid yourself of the summer stench.
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47. Barefoot Biker
47. Barefoot Biker
Avoid burning your feet on your bike by putting a sponge on your pedals...or just wear shoes.
46. Peanut Butter Jelly Time
46. Peanut Butter Jelly Time
Keep the jelly in your PB and J with a little extra peanut butter.
45. Binders and Bottles
45. Binders and Bottles
Use a binder clip to stack bottles efficently in your fridge.
44. Still Straws
44. Still Straws
Use the tab as a straw holder on soda cans.
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43. Bagels are Breakfast's Best Friend
43. Bagels are Breakfast's Best Friend.
Recycle an old CD holder to make a to-go bagel box.
42. Hanging Out
42. Hanging Out
Put your sunglasses on a hanger, and they won't break. Plus, they're easily accessible.
41. A Lime a Day Keeps the Bugs Away.
41. A Lime a Day Keeps the Bugs Away.
Stick cloves in a lime to make a bug repellent that actually smells good.
40. Safety First
40. Safety First
Clean out an old lotion bottle, and fill it with your valuables. This way you'll have nothing to worry about when you want to take a swim at the beach.
39. Beach Ready in 7 minutes
39. Beach Ready in 7 minutes
Do this 7 minute work out every morning to get your summer beach bod.
38. DIY Summer Lanterns
38. DIY Summer Lanterns
For a fun summer activity, make your own sky lanterns!
36. Sleeping Bag Onsie
36. Sleeping Bag Onsie
Be sure to buy this sleeping bag onsie if you go camping.
35. DIY Summer Glass Decor
35. DIY Summer Glass Decor
Decorate your glasses for a little summery touch!
34. DIY Citronella Candles
34. DIY Citronella Candles
Make your own mosquito candles to keep the bugs away.
32. Pockets are in This Season
32. Pockets are in This Season
Add pockets to your beach towels for storage, and keep your stuff sand-free.
31. Razor Blade Efficiency
31. Razor Blade Efficiency
Your razor will last longer and work better if you clean it with baby oil.
29. Cool Down Your Day
29. Cool Down Your Day
Make yogurt and fruit popsicles for the perfect summer snack.
28. DIY Slip N Slide
28. DIY Slip 'N Slide
Build your own slip 'n slide. It's fun and keeps you cool.
27. Pick Up Pool
27. Pick Up Pool
If you think going to the pool is overrated and crowded, turn your pick up truck into a pool.
26. When Life Give You Lemons
26. When Life Give You Lemons
Mix sugar packets, free lemon, and self-serve water to make free lemonade.
25. DIY Ice Cream Sandwich
25. DIY Ice Cream Sandwich
Make delicious ice cream sandwiches with your favorite cookies.
24. Oreo Crusher
24. Oreo Crusher
Crush up Oreos and fill up a pepper shaker with the crumbs. Now you can top off all of your desserts with cookie bits.
23. What You Didn't Know About Toothpaste
23. What You Didn't Know About Toothpaste
Toothpaste usually contains eucalyptus, so it will sooth bites and burns.
22. Summer Time is BBQ Time
22. Summer Time is BBQ Time
Easily dish out condiments at a BBQ by using a muffin tray.
21. Hate Freezer Burned Ice Cream?
21. Hate Freezer Burned Ice Cream?
Put ice cream in a ziplock bag to keep it soft.
20. Clear Case Advantages
20. Clear Case Advantages
Keep up with the summer's hottest phone trends by making your own phone case.
19. The Waterbottle is Half Full
19. The Water Bottle is Half Full
Freeze a water bottle that is half-full so your water stays cold and refreshing.
18. DIY Flip Flop Rescue
18. DIY Flip Flop Rescue
Use bread clips to save your favorite flip flops.
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17. This Doritos' on Fire
17. This Doritos' on Fire
If you go camping, Doritos work well as kindling.
16. Snack Smart
16. Snack Smart
Eat mindfully to help your body survive the scortching summer!
14. Shoe Protection
14. Shoe Protection
Put bee's wax on your shoes to waterproof them for every summer shower.
13. Fast Freezer
13. Fast Freezer
Wrap a bottle in a wet paper towel when you put it in the freezer, and it will chill in 15 minutes.
12. Neat Ice Pack
12. Neat Ice Pack
If you put a wet sponge in the freezer and use it as an ice pack, it wont drip when it melts.
11. No One Likes Warm Beer
11. No One Likes Warm Beer
Drink a beer on the sly by putting it in a soft drink cup.
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10. Love the Smell of Clean Laundry?
10. Love the Smell of Clean Laundry?
To keep your apartment smelling clean, tape a dryer sheet to the AC.
9. Straw Your Berries
9. Straw Your Berries
Use a straw to remove the stem from your strawberries.
8. Colorful Beach Bonfire
8.Colorful Beach Bonfire
Add some color to your summer bonfire with these magic beans!
7. DIY Hammock
7. DIY Hammock
Make your own hammock to create a relaxing getaway in your own backyard.
6. Need Some Ice for that Burn?
6. Need Some Ice for that Burn?
Treat sunburns by rubbing aloe vera ice cubes on them.
5. Floating Treasure Chest
5. Floating Treasure Chest
If you wrap a pool noodle around a plastic tub, you can make a floating bar.
4. DIY Tie Dye Alternative
4. DIY Tie Dye Alternative
Sharpies and rubbing alcohol can be a lot cooler and cheaper than tie dye.
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3. Frozen Fruit
3. Frozen Fruit
Freeze grapes to chill your wine without watering it down or just throw them in your water for some fruity flavor!
2. Let Me See Ya Grill
2. Let Me See Ya Grill
If you want to BBQ but don't have a grill, make one out of an aluminum can.
