Shaughna Phillips finds 'incredible' portable aircon unit for under £70
Shaughna was struggling to sleep in the heatwave and asked her followers for a 'miracle' - which she later found in the form of a portable air cooler
When the heatwave strikes, even summer enthusiasts can find the balmy weather a bit too much, especially when it wreaks havoc on our sleep and concentration levels. Reality TV's Shaughna Phillips, known for her stint on ' Love Island ', took to Instagram recently in search of something miraculous to battle the sweltering heat.
She didn't have to wait too long to find her answer. Say hello to the Igenix IG9703 portable air cooling unit - a small yet surprisingly mighty device that's making waves on Amazon, nabbing an irresistible price drop to £69.99. Shaughna tried out the cooler and declared it "incredible", and it's not hard to understand her enthusiasm.
Despite its diminutive stature, this air cooler isn't your typical air con; you won't need to deal with any hefty installations or wall vents. Instead, it draws in hot air, funnels it through a water tank, and spews out a more refreshing, crisp breeze. Plus, there's an oscillation setting to spread the cold air far and wide instead of confining it to one corner, reports OK!.
Featuring three fan speed options and a design that's easy to move around, the Igenix IG9703 is ideal for any room - be it bedroom, study, or lounge. It runs quietly enough to ensure your forty winks aren't disturbed and is compact enough to stash away once the hot spell passes.
In an Instagram story, the reality star wrote: "I had this aircon unit in my old flat and forgot how brilliant it was. Dusted it off yesterday hoping it would keep me cool and it's incredible. It made my fan look pathetic. I'll find the name for you because you all need it."
Shaughna isn't alone in her praise - the unit has garnered hundreds of positive reviews from shoppers who claim it's a total game-changer during muggy summer nights. And at less than £70, it's a budget-friendly choice that doesn't require any drilling or complicated setup.
If you're on the hunt for a hassle-free solution to beat the heat, Shaughna may have just discovered your next summer must-have. However, if you're exploring different fans and aircon unit options, you can check out our roundup of 5 fans to beat the heat from Amazon, Shark, Dyson and more. Our head of shopping Zoe can also personally vouch for Dyson's Hepa Purifier Cool Fan, currently on offer for £449.99.
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