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These are my go-to dance mom must-haves for practices, competitions, and everything in between. As a mom deep in the dance world, I’ve curated the products that truly make studio life easier — practical, reliable, and competition-tested. Perfect for ...
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For the Perfect Bun

These perfect bun essentials help create a smooth, tight bun that holds through rehearsals, performances, and post-competition chaos.
 
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Perfect for taming those stubborn fly aways to make the perfect slick back style (pony, bun, etc)
Cactus Fruit 3-in-1 Styling Cream - Full-Size
 
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Best kit for those dance buns! Will last all competition season.
Zonon Bun Hair Nets 50Pcs + 40 U Pins
 
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Another perfect option for taming those stubborn fly-aways.
Samnyte Hair Wax Stick Gel Tamer 2.7oz
 
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The best hair pins for holding buns in place all day!
IKOCO 2.4in U Shaped Hair Pins Brown w/ Box
 
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Best brush to create the slick back look for buns and ponytails!
Slick Back Smoothing Hairbrush - EcoTools | Ulta Beauty
 
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Best clear rubber bands that blend in with hair.
scünci Mixed Size Polyband Elastic Hair Ties - Clear - All Hair - 300pcs
 
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Best ponytail rubber bands for thick hair or holding those buns!
Gimme Beauty Extra Stretch Thick Hair Bands - 6pk
 
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Best hair ties for making bun!
Shop Hair Ties at KITSCH | Free Shipping $35+ | 90 Day Returns

Stage Ready Makeup

Reliable stage-ready makeup that holds up under lights, sweat, and long competition days — perfect for performances, photos, and quick touch-ups.
 
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This is the best lipstick to stay all day! Although it is required by our studio - it stays all day without having to be touched up, even after eating/drinking!
Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick - 118 Dancer - 0.17 fl oz
 
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The best primer for keeping dancer’s makeup on all day during competitions and recitals!
e.l.f. Power Grip Primer - Clear 0.811 fl oz
 
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Another primer we love for keeping makeup on all day!
e.l.f. Power Grip Matte Primer - 0.87 fl oz
 
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If you dancer has dark under eyes, this is a great concealer/color corrector!
e.l.f. Camo Concealer Corrector - Peach - 0.09 fl oz
 
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Best setting spray for keeping makeup on all competition
L'Oreal Paris Infallible 3-Second Setting Spray
 
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Best for younger dancers as their foundation! But also great as a concealer.
e.l.f. Hydrating Camo Concealer - Light Peach - 0.203 fl oz

Dance Wear

Go-to dancewear staples designed for comfort, movement, and durability from practice to performance.
 
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The BEST Lululemon Dance Pants dupe!
CRZ YOGA Lightweight Workout Joggers for Women
 
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All the dancers favorite pants!
Women's Dance Studio Pants
 
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The best leggings for dance!
Women's Leggings & Yoga Pants for Women | OFFLINE by Aerie

Miscellaneous

These miscellaneous dance must-haves are the little things that save the day — from carrying gear to staying fresh and ready all competition long.
 
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We have this bag in teal and it is so sturdy! It does not come with curtain or mirror though, BUT has lasted 3 years with no breaking!
Mavii Wheeled 28" Collapsible Dance Bag
 
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Best way to transport costumes without them being wrinkled or messed up. We put each costume in their own bag with all associated accessories
Univivi 40 Inch Dance Costume Garment Bag (2 Pack)
 
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Prefect for stretching, practicing turns, and strength/control drills!
Yoga Blocks
 
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Slippers are perfect for wearing around venue without having dance shoes on!
Cute Warm Cozy Fuzzy House Slippers with Memory Foam
 
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Best for quick use without the white streaks of typical deodorant. The pink is my daughter’s favorite scent. She has one in every dance bag!
Full Body Deo Dry-Spray
 
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The best competition packing checklist I created. Saves me every competition and recital
The Ultimate Dance Competition Packing Checklist