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DANCE ESSENTIALS | As a Competitive Dancer <3
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items Comp is stressful as it is, so you won't want to leave the house without these essentials! I'm a competitive hip-hop dancer who has faced 12 hour days at venues with OUTRAGEOUS prices or no convenience stores. This list will be skipping the obvious (...
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Always on deck, always a must!
This backpack is tiny but mighty! I LOVE the amount of storage and pockets. The water bottle pockets also fit an Owala PERFECTLY. It's waterproof and super easy to clean. The little strings in the front can also carry your team jacket or sweater!
Blogilates Ultimate Athletic Trainer Backpack
big water bottles can be hard to carry around, making me not even touch my water at comps. Owalas are leak-free, simple to drink from, and keep water cold all day! so many colors to choose from as well
Owala 24oz Stainless Steel FreeSip Water Bottle - Rose Quartz
these are such a great backstage snack! the texture is so soft and marshmallow-like. this specific flavor is so good. for sure the best protein bar i've had! i could eat 3 in one sitting. tastes like a candy bar!
Built Bar Cookies 'N Cream Puff Protein Bars - 17g Protein - 4ct
If you're performing in sneakers on marley floors, you KNOW how sticky the floors feel. Floors can be covered in sweat, or not catered for sneakers, making it difficult to do any floorwork. A little bit of this on the bottom of your shoes will have y...
Mini Baby Powder (For Shoes and Hair!)
This and a cup noodle (pick your favorite brand!) make for a great on-the-go meal! Quick carbs and will save you money, especially on those longer dance days. Also great for tea and sharing with your teammates!
Blukids 3 in 1 Portable Electric Kettle
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Stage makeup made easy!
This little bottle is great to have on deck for flyaways and bangs! Leave the big bottle at home, take this with you instead! Comes with a spoolie for easy application.
got2b - Brow & Edge Gel
We know the pain of false lashes falling off throughout the day, dancer or not! This is my favorite lash glue as someone who has sensitive eyes. I've never had it leave crusties, yet it comes off easily at the end of the day! Also an essential in my ...
House of Lashes - Clear Latex-Free Waterproof Eyelash Glue
I honestly hate doing stage makeup. The heavy base, looking crazy going anywhere else… But this stuff is both breathable and and easy to use! It doesn't look dry and orange like other bronzers, and is also buildable if you need more pigment!
Baked Bronze-n-Brighten Multipurpose Bronzer - Laura Geller Beauty
CULT CLASSIC!! Made mini! This little thing has lasted me years, and also has a slight shimmer, making it a 2n1 highlight and blush! Looks great on stage and has a beautiful finish.
NARS Mini Blush - Orgasm - Ulta Beauty
OH MY GOD. holy grail of mine. I've tried the Charlotte Tilbury, Milk Hydro Grip, AND the Urban Decay All-nighter. Unfortunately, those are all great AND expensive. This one sets SO WELL and is also affordable! I don't feel bad spraying this like a m...
L'Oréal Infallible 3-Second Setting Mist Spray
I've had it happen. The HORRENDOUS white flashback. This powder is the only thing I trust on stage, and also sets your makeup PHENOMENALLY. So smooth and blurring, and definitely a fan favorite
Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder - Ulta Beauty
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CHANGED MY LIFE.
I put this on my neck, lower back, and knees before and after the stage. you do have to let it just sit for a second, but this gets HOT. it NUMBS the soul out of you. this comes with me to the studio as well.
Tylenol Precise Max Strength Pain Cream
any work i can't lie! but foam rolling your muscles gives you that extra push to fully extend and hit your pictures. also a reason why i'm never sore!
Foam Rollers in Sports Recovery, Injury Prevention - Walmart.com
IYKYK!!! this stuff has been a staple in asia for DECADES, and for a reason! It's absolutely amazing for pain relief and the sorest muscles.
Eagle Brand Medicated Oil
MADE FOR DANCERS!! lidocaine and mentol can't fix mobility pain, so these are amazing for when you don't want to wear those constricting knee sleeves or pads.
Patella Tendon Knee Strap