cooling towel?
 

With all the heat we've had lately, I'm wondering if anyone has used one of these cooling towels?

Here's an example:

http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/product.asp?SKU=201771

Tell us what you think of it!

Barbara

I used one at a show last weekend. It's not much different than using a wet dish towel, but maybe stays wet longer and drips less. I think it's a re-branded ShamWow.

I've never seen those. I have one of the gel neck wraps. You soak it in water, I soak mine in ice water and then put it on when I get really hot.

I got mine on Etsy, I did a search and there are quite a few for sale now:

http://www.etsy.com/search/handmade?...ax=0&ref=auto1

Love mine, works great for staying cool while torching or when working out in the hot garage!!

Thanks, everyone, looks like it will be money well spent!

Barbara

Here is a doo-dad you might find helpful:

Ice bandana

It has packs that can be replaced, so when the first one warms up
take a two minute break and grab another pack out of the freezer.

Here are the extra ice packs:

Extra ice packs

I cut a two-inch wide strip off the long end of the cooling towel and tie it on as a head band, then I put the towel around my shoulders. It helps a lot.

I can't find where it says how big - anyone know?

33" x 13"

Here is the website of the company that makes them:

Chilly Pad site

I found mine at Bed Bath and Beyond.

I did buy one (actually more!) and really like it - worth the $$

Barbara

I don't know if there's anything special in the chilly-pad that wouldn't appreciate alcohol, but when I need to cool down actors backstage, I keep a tub of ice water with a splash of wintergreen rubbing alcohol in it for them to dip towels into. The faster evaporation increases cooling.

I love my chilly pad. Terrific for use on hikes or yard work.

I love the gel neck wraps, even just for around the house. I'm "that age" and dealing with hot flashes, so those wraps are my best friends.