Q: Courtney, what products would you recommend for dancers with straight hair based on overall look and maintenance during a dance audition and/or performance? Why?

A1: Virtue Frizz Block Smoothing Spray- heat activated spray that shields hair from humidity.

A2: ARKIVE The Prologue Hair Primer- lightweight primer, prolongs hair memory for styling. 

A3: Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray– heat protection, blocks humidity, adds shine.

Q: Courtney, what products would you recommend for dancers with loose curls based on overall look and maintenance during a dance audition and/or performance? Why?

A1: VitalCurl+ Leave-In Styling Serum– lightweight serum that holds curls/ waves and add shine. 

A2: Moroccanoil Curl Defining Cream– lightweight cream that defines curls, adds shine, and improves elasticity. 

A3: Redken Full Frame 07 All-Over Volumizing Mousse– weightless foam that protects hair from frizz and humidity, lightweight hold.

Q: What products would you recommend for dancers with kinky curls based on overall look and maintenance during a dance audition and/or performance? Why?

A1: Innersense I Create Hold– Curl enhancing gel with hold. Creates shine and blocks humidity.

A2: PATTERN Leave-In Conditioner – Moisturizing, enhances curls, works as a de-tangler as well.

A3: Mielle Pomegranate and Honey Coil Sculpting Custard- Moisturizer with holdc created for type 4 hair. Provides deep curly definition 

Q: What products would you recommend for dancers with weaves, braids and locks based on overall look and maintenance during a dance audition  and/or performance? Why?

A1: L’oreal Ever Pure Moisture Shampoo – color safe and hydrating. Will keep your extensions shiny and soft.

A2: Hask Argan Oil Repairing Conditioner- deep moisturizing and repair properties. Prevents hair from becoming dry and brittle. 

A3: Jamaican Black Castor Oil Thermal Protectant – Heat Protection with Jamaican black castor oil, known for making hair strong and shiny. Protects from thermal damage.

Q: Do you have any other recommendations? 

• A: Hairspray: Innersense I Create Finish- Medium hold hairspray that won’t dehydrate or compromise the hair. 
• Sebastian Shaper Plus Extra Hold Hairspray- Provides 24 hours of hold without making the hair stiff or sticky. 
• COLOR WOW Cult Favorite Firm + Flexible Hairspray- Firm hold hairspray that won’t darken or yellow the hair. Non-sticky formula that provides UV and thermal protection. 

It’s time to go shopping! Try these products out and let me know how they work for you!

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