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“Butt Glue” – The Secret to Avoiding Costume Malfunctions on Stage

Dancer performing in leotard using butt glue to keep leotard in place

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“Butt glue”- what it is and why your dancer may need to use it.  I bet if we were to survey dancers and dance parents, costume malfunctions would probably top the list of things you really did not want to happen on stage.  Costume malfunctions don’t always mean that a strap breaks or something falls off, sometimes, it means costumes shift, and when they shift, they reveal areas that parents, dancers, and dance teachers prefer to remain covered.

What is Butt Glue?

“Butt Glue” is a roll-on body adhesive product that is used to secure dancers’ costumes. It works like roll-on deodorant but is sticky. The product we found most helpful is called “It Stays” and can be found in medical equipment stores or on Amazon. Prior to trying “It Stays”, we tried fashion tape which did not hold the costume in place and left a sticky residue.

How To Use Butt Glue

To use “butt glue,” simply lift the garment away from the skin and roll the body adhesive onto the skin. Then press the costume onto the glue for a few seconds to make sure it sticks.

Removing Butt Glue:

To remove it, soap and warm water work best, but if you need a quick solution, wipes are also effective.

What Can You Use It On?

Test out a tiny hidden spot on your costume, to make sure it doesn’t affect the fabric. We found it to be effective for leotards, dance shorts, clothing items and dance costumes with sequins and rhinestones. This product is also widely used in by gymnasts and pageant contestants.

A popular brand among gymnasts is Tuf-skin. Tuf-skin is a spray on adhesive or as we were told sticky stuff that you just spray on and your leotard magically stays in place.

Not Just For The Rear

In addition to being great for securing the bottom of costumes, “butt glue” can also be used for straps, neck, or chest areas. A fellow Dance Mom shared her tip with us, and the “It Stays” product worked perfectly on our dancer’s chest.

Important things to look for in a “butt glue” product

  • Superior adhesion
  • Minimal Residue
  • Keep Costumes in Place While the Dancer is moving a lot.

If you’re looking for a solution to keep your dancer’s costume in place, we highly recommend the “It Stays” product. It worked great for us and ensured that everything stayed in place so our dancers could focus on their performance.

In conclusion, “butt glue” is a must-have for any dancer to avoid costume malfunctions on stage. Get a solution you and your dancer are happy with and give them the confidence to perform at their best while keeping costumes in place.

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3 Comments

  1. I am wearing spanx under my salsa dance costume. The dress rides up, will this stick to the spanx as well as it does to skin?

  2. Is this glue ok to use for professional dancing shoes with heels

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