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Dance Mom Essentials. The ins, the outs and the in betweens.
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items If you've ever stressed over a bobby pin, been parched for water, or done a quick change in 3 minutes or under....this is the list for you!
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Hair
Makeup
Must Have’s
Hair
No matter what you think or believe, you will always need more Bobby pins. Whether you are heading into rehearsal or about to step on stage, Bobby pins are a top of the list essential for every dance mom. I buy 2-3 at a time just in case and to ensur...
Teenitor 300pcs Bobby Pins Hair Pins Kit
No judgement here, even as a seasoned dance mom I have never mastered the perfect ballet bun. But with bun makers, I don’t have to! Not only does it make the perfect bun, but it’s the best side kick for quick hair changes between sets.
Teenitor Donut Hair Bun Maker Set - 7 Rings, Bands & Pins, Dark Brown
Flyaways who? Not here, not ever. Dae is well worth the money spent and you can guarantee your dancer will look clean and perfect all day long.
DAE Cactus Fruit 3-in-1 Styling Cream & Wand
Don’t get caught not having all the must have products needed for that 10 minute hair change. If you’ve ever had to go from a bun to an updo, you need Ouai. The travel size bottle makes it convenient and ensures you’re never without.
OUAI Travel Size Wave Spray - Texture Spray for Hair with Coconut Oil and Rice Protein - Adds Texture, Volume & Shine for Beach Waves - Paraben Free, Safe for Color & Keratin-Treated Hair (3 fl oz)
Wet the hair, gel the hair, spray the hair, repeat. (Also makes a great mister for yourself when you’re running from the audience to the dressing room and only have 10 seconds to spare)!
Kitsch Terracotta Hair Spray Bottle 150ml
The ultimate slick back hack! Don’t be caught with fly aways on stage and give your dancer’s hair the shine it deserves. The combs help with any style you need to achieve and the wax stick ensures you have a clean finish.
Hair Wax Stick & Slick Back Brush - Frizz Control
Makeup
If you have a competitive dancer like me, then you know makeup has to stay as long as possible. NYX pallete’s give us a variety of shades with long lasting color to get us through those 10 hour comp days!
NYX Professional Makeup - Eyeshadow Palettes - 4 Products
No worry of brows moving with this glue. It stays in place all day and will keep everything in place. Simply a must have for conventions, photo sessions or comp days.
Eyebrow Glue Instant Brow Styler | NYX Professional Makeup
We've all had it. The one costume that requires makeup with GLITTER. NYX ensures that your glitter will hold, your dancer won't cry when something gets in their eye AND it will last all day! (Or until their next number.)
NYX PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP Glitter Primer
If you've ever been at a competition and had to be stage ready and then told to wait another two hours…you know how make up and touch up's can go. This setting spray is a literal GOD send. It holds and holds and holds…minimal touch up's needed throug...
Mehron Makeup Barrier Spray -Professional Makeup Sealer & Setting Spray for Transfer & Water Resistance. Vegan, Cruelty Free, & Made in the USA.
Okay - I know, more glitter. But honestly? What's a recital or comp without glitter? It makes them glow on stage, looks good with every costume and gives just the needed pizazz those judges are looking for. The aerosol can makes it easy to apply with...
Body Glitter Spray
Must Have’s
Have you ever spent ten hours at a dance competition? If you have, then you know the need for an easy phone charge between quick changes and breaks. Don’t be caught with your phone going dead and ensure that all your devices stay charged in a pinch.
VRURC 10000mAh Power Bank w/ Cables Purple
Have you ever been stuck in a dance. Lass, at a comp or in a convention with no hydration? Don’t be that dance mom. Save yourself AND your dancer the grief of using a fountain or searching for a vending machine. Just pack the Owala!
Owala®
Perfect for throwing in your dancer’s bag and your purse for that protein snack emergency. We buy the small ones and they have come in CLUTCH more than a few times.
Meat Sticks | No Sugar, Gluten-Free & High Protein Sticks
If your dancer is anything like mine, she hates all her shoes. (They say a true dancer usually does). These socks are great for warm up’s, practices and in between sets. The grippy bottom prevents slipping and the compression keeps everything warm an...
Twistover Dance Non Slip Sock Ballet Contemporary Compression | Ballet Jazz Dance Practice Stockings, Anti-slip Grip Terry Spin Patch, Women Girls Dancer, Cushioned Heel for Jumps Landings
Do you fear for your dancer every time they throw an aerial? Does your heart stop when they perform acro? It’s beautiful, we love it but they’re still our babies. Give yourself some peace of mind and get the rosin spray. It’s not fool proof or perfec...
Pirouette Professional Rosin Spray for Dancers with Instant Non-Slip Grip | Fast-Drying, No-Residue Formula for Pointe and Dance Shoes - Enhances Grip on Hands, Arms and Legs
Keep all the fabric in place and have zero worries of how it will look on stage. Skin safe, easy to remove (aka- no tears). A must have in the dance bag.
Get Snappy Body Glue Strong Sweat-Proof Adhesive
As Abby Miller would say…”POINT YOUR FEET!”. But seriously, if your dancer is as serious as mine, she wants all the help and support and stretching she can get.
Jomuyee Ballet Foot Stretcher, Pine Wood Arch Enhancer
Every dance mom NEEDS their spirit shirt for their dancer. I have ordered no less than 3 t-shirts from this company and every single time they come out AMAZING and I get so many compliments. They're cost effective, fast on delivery and the customizat...
Tehg & Tuhg Custom Photo T-Shirt