Cooling towels, misting fans, bamboo sheets: 10 essentials to get you through a heatwave without an AC

Guardian journalism is independent. We earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. Fall back on these tried and tested products ranging from fans and mists to blackout blinds to beat the heat The Ninja Slushi Twist is like having a boozy 7-Eleven in your home Sign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better things As Americans gear up for the nation’s 250th birthday and World Cup celebrations, they’ll need to contend with another beast: record-breaking temperatures reaching above 100F sweeping the majority of the country over the long weekend. If you’re feeling the heat of current conditions, there’s much you can do to regulate your body temperature and stay safe – even if you don’t own an air conditioning unit. If you’re indoors, experts advise keeping windows shut during peak mid-day hours, staying hydrated constantly and using window blinds over curtains for energy-efficient shade. Our writers have also tested, reviewed and personally relied on these gear to stay cool in extreme heat. From a cooling fan that blows mist to a slushy maker that keeps drinks chilled, here are the 10 best things to help y