Most Wantedis a weekly series in which one editor, staffer, or influencer shares their top 30 must-haves or current wish-list items.
I’m a former ballet dancer, so it’s safe to say I’m a little more than in love with the balletcore aesthetic. Baby pink is one of my favorite colors; satin ribbons, tulle skirts, and ballet flats are mainstays in my wardrobe; and my hair is in a bun 99% of the time. Naturally, my affinity for pretty things extends to my beauty routine as well. I’ve rounded up some gorgeous finds that embody balletcore to a T, many of which I’ve used to get dolled up for performances.Keep scrolling to see my balletcore beauty edit.
By Terry
Hydrating Sheet Mask
This mask leaves your skin soft and dewy—just like a rose petal.
Chanel
Rouge Coco Baume
Hollywood It girls love this lipstick (in the shade Pink Delight, to be exact).
Essie
Vegan Nail Polish
This pretty nail polish is aptly named Ballet Slippers.
Slip
Skinny Silk Hair Ties
Ballerinas favor pink silk scrunchies when they tie up their hair.
Tower 28 Beauty
OneLiner Lip Liner + Eyeliner + Cheek Pencil
Lip liner can be an overlooked step, but it helps achieve a perfectly sharp outline. Hailey Bieber (a former ballerina) loves this one, so you know it’s legit.
Parfums De Marly
Delina Eau De Parfum
The baby-pink bottle embodies balletcore with its graceful detailing and whimsical tassel. The delicate notes of Turkish rose, rhubarb, and vanilla mingle like a beautiful pas de deux.
111Skin
Rose Gold Brightening Facial Treatment Mask
24-karat gold, damask rose, and peptides come together in this ultra-luxe face mask.
Clé De Peau Beauté
Luminizing Face Enhancer
The purple, pink, and white shades in this shimmery, prismatic highlighter are simply en pointe.
Chantecaille
Just Skin Tinted Moisturizer
Our editors crowned this product the best tinted moisturizer. The just-like-skin finish and versatile formula won them over.
Alo
Warrior Mat
It’s important for ballerinas to cross-train with exercises like yoga and Pilates. I wouldn’t be surprised if this is the exact mat they use.
Angela Caglia
Crystal LED Face Mask
How gorgeous is this first-of-its-kind rose quartz LED face mask? It combines the high-tech capabilities of LED light and the holistic properties of crystals—because why not have both?
Tom Ford Beauty
Rose Prick Eau De Parfum
Tom Ford is known for its fragrances, and this one is a classic. The delicate rose scent is accented by spicy notes of Szechuan pepper, turmeric, and patchouli.
Emi Jay
Sweetheart Clip
I’m convinced this is the most adorable hair clip on the market.
Diptyque
Roses Large Scented Candle
If you want your space to smell like a bouquet of roses, I would highly recommend this candle.
By Terry
Brightening CC Palette
This palette has every shade you need to add luminosity to your face: pearl champagne, light pink, vibrant rose, and gold-flecked bronze. Rose-hip oil and floral embossments are the perfect finishing touches.
Omorovicza
Queen Cleanser
A cleanser that’s fit for a queen (and a prima ballerina).
Slip
Silk Eye Mask
Ballerinas need their beauty sleep.
Maybelline
Lash Sensational Mascara
This $9 mascara is a celeb favorite that lasts all day and night.
Aerin Beauty
Rose Lip Conditioner
Soft, kissable lips are just a swipe away with this lip conditioner.
Dior
Luminizer Highlighter Powder
I’ve purchased this exact highlighter countless times. The golden, champagne shimmer is simply stunning.
Philosophy
Amazing Grace Ballet Rose Eau De Toilette
I bet every ballerina wears this perfume on the daily. The rose, peony, and lychee notes are so dreamy and enchanting.
Pat Mcgrath Labs
Satin Allure Lipstick
The gold bow caught my attention, but this lipstick’s nourishing formula deserves a round of applause—it has passionfruit oil to nourish and collagen to plump.
Dae
Cactus Fruit 3-in-1 Styling Cream
This TikTok-famous styling cream is key for achieving slicked-back ballet buns. I also adore the sweet, fruity scent.
Ariana Grande
Cloud Pink Eau De Parfum
I’m on cloud nine thanks to this latest fragrance from Ariana Grande. It has the amber, praline, and vanilla orchid that I love in the original Cloud Eau de Parfum ($65), but it also has pink pineapple, dragon fruit, and berries.
By Terry
Biphase Makeup Remover
It’s so important to fully remove your makeup at the end of the day. This makeup remover has vitamin-rich rose-hip and white-rose oils to gently dissolve heavy stage makeup.
Dior
Lip Glow Oil
One swipe of this lip oil (with the doe-foot applicator—bless!) gives you glossy, high-shine lips.
Clé De Peau Beauté
Radiant Multi Repair Oil
Nourish your skin and hair with this multipurpose oil. It has a blend of primrose, rose-hip, and camellia extracts and vitamins C and E. It’s also softly scented with peony and orchid for a divine sensorial experience.
Chanel
Baume Essentiel
Reach for this champagne highlight to add a soft luminosity to your face.
SexyHair
Spray
Play Volumizing Hairspray
This is the exact hairspray my dance team and I used for years. Even after a million pirouettes, your hair will not move.
Ardell
Demi Wispies False Eyelashes
Ask any makeup guru—these are everyone’s go-to, affordable falsies.
Emma is a beauty editor on the branded content team. She’s a passionate writer who loves all things beauty, wellness, and personal growth. Before pursuing writing, she worked in influencer marketing at Gallery Media Group, which owns digital brand PureWow. She lives in New York City, where you can usually find her running to a Pilates class or sipping on a green juice in the park.