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So long, June!

It’s hard to believe we hit the halfway point of the year. With summer in full swing, today’s newsletter will have you making the most of the hottest time of year. From protective sun hats to travel products to grab before your next trip to early 4th of July deals, I’ve packed it all into today’s newsletter.

by Lindsey Smith

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Amazon is starting the weekend off right with the start of its 4th of July sale. You can find enticing offers on everything you need ahead of the summer holiday. Shop discounted grills, lawn mowers, fans, coolers and more, with savings up to 43% off.

Whether your travels take you near or far, it’s a good idea to be as stress-free as possible. Prepare for your upcoming adventures by browsing over 50 products readers like you won’t leave home without. I always make sure to have the first product on the list with me on every trip.

High-end mascara is a nice splurge from time to time, but some of our favorites can be found at the local drugstore. CNN Underscored’s associate testing writer tried some of the most popular brands to see which one gave us the best volume, sky-high length and, of course, smudge-proof resistance. Bonus: None of her picks exceed $13.

John Frieda ULTRAfiller+ Thickening Spray

$10 $12

18% off, Save $2

Biotin and hyaluronic acid help thicken damaged, thin hair with a few easy spritzes of this bestselling spray.

Puma Men’s Low-Cut Socks, 8-Pack

From $14 $24

42% off, Save $10

Replace your worn-out socks with this on-sale pack from Puma. Perfect for everyday wear with sneakers, boat shoes and more.

Madewell Smocked Puff-Sleeve Midi Dress

$70 with code SUMMERTIME $148

53% off, Save $78

Dress to impress with this cotton midi dress from Madewell. Plus, the entire site is up to 70% off this weekend.

Reader request

JBL Flip 6 Portable Bluetooth Speaker

$97 $200

52% off, Save $103

Take your favorite music with you to the beach, barbecue and beyond with this waterproof speaker that offers 12 hours of playtime.

Reader request

Samsonite X-Tralight 3.0 Underseat Carry-On

$105 $300

65% off, Save $195

Save a staggering 65% on this carry-on bag. It's big enough to fit what you need but compact enough to help you avoid checked bag fees.

The right bedding, including the perfect comforter, can truly be the difference between a great night’s sleep and a sweaty, tossy-turny night. CNN Underscored consulted a sleep expert, two textile experts and our own staff to round up a list of the best comforters for hot sleepers. Bonus: Many of our picks are currently on sale.

The Home Depot has its 4th of July Savings Event going on through July 16, with deep discounts on home accents, kitchen organization and storage, and outdoor picks for spending time in the summer air.

Whether you’re gardening, hitting the beach or pool, or just going for a stroll, a sun hat will protect you from the sun and keep you from overheating. We’ve compiled 16 sun hats for women and men that customers say they’d buy all over again. Our favorites start at just $14.