The entire glamor team is specially trained in stage makeup, wig application and proper hair styling. When working with dancers, it is very important to use proper styling techniques to keep hair from moving and falling out. This starts with using a good volumizing mousse or sprayand then blow dry your hair in the direction in which it will be styled. Texturizing sprays and powders also help improve grip when we add bobby pins and elastics to keep them from slipping.
Any size curling iron are used and available on set, and are typically used before an update is posted. Simple techniques are key: things like criss-crossing anchor bobby pins or creating a large ponytail out of several small, hidden ponytails. This hair, no matter how delicate we are, has to go through a lot due to frequent styling. But we generally advise our dancers not to heat style their hair unless it is absolutely necessary.
Since we are a live show, we do dress rehearsals to see how all the wigs, clips, and hairstyles will hold up during the dances. We've definitely had wigs fall off and styles get lost in rehearsals, but I've never seen that happen on air. By being on set and watching the dress rehearsal, you really learn what needs to be changed or edited to make it look more solid. Observers are our best friends and we keep a close eye on them throughout the show.
A strong foundation is the key to success, but when do you take the time to heal and recover each week?
After performances, I make sure they just rinse it all off with water (no gel or heavy hairspray) and then get straight to work. care. I also take advantage of every little opportunity between exhibition days and press days. Usually the day after the performance, if they have nothing or are in rehearsals without cameras. While they are rehearsing, I will apply some conditioner to their hair and wrap it in a bun.
