Ciara Miller’s Must-Have Recovery Products and Style Essentials for Dancing with the Stars
Talking Shop is a series featuring candid conversations with notable individuals about their favorite lifestyle, wellness, and style essentials. Below, we explore how Ciara Miller, a Dancing with the Stars contestant and Summer House alumna, stays prepared for the physical demands of the competition.
A New Chapter in the Ballroom: Miller’s Journey to Season 35
From her early days hosting Love Island: Aftersun to strutting the beaches of the Hamptons, Ciara Miller has carved out a niche as a multitasker in reality TV. Now, she’s trading in her summer essentials for sequined costumes as she competes for the Mirrorball Trophy on season 35 of Dancing with the Stars, which premiered tonight at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Disney+. Partnered with pro dancer Brandon Armstrong, Miller brings a mix of enthusiasm and determination to rehearsals — along with a strict self-care regimen to manage the physical toll of dancing in heels.
“I definitely had no idea how different ballroom would feel versus what I did growing up — ballet, hip hop, jazz,” Miller admits. “This is such a different sector of dance that I wanted to experience.” Her strategy? Blending functionality with flair, ensuring every product she uses serves dual purposes for both performance and recovery.
Bala Bangles: Sculpting Arms That Wow
One of the most impactful purchases Miller made during rehearsals is Bala Bangles, arm weights designed to add resistance during movement. “A lot of my moves this first week are super in frame, and my arms look like chicken wings instead of an elegant bird,” she explains. “These weights have kept me mindful of keeping my arms up.”
She opted for a pink pair, wearing them throughout entire practice sessions. The brand’s silicone design allows for 1-pound adjustments, making them ideal for dancers looking to refine form while building strength.
Dr. Teal’s Epsom Salt and Red Light Therapy Recovery Rituals
When asked about the hardest part of DWTS, Miller is upfront: “I am not flexible anymore, so I really have to stretch.” Daily recovery routines include soaking in the tub with Dr. Teal’s Pure Epsom Salt, specifically the lavender-scented Sleep variant. “I’m soaking in a bathtub almost every day for at least 20 minutes. It’s essential.”
Post-bath, Miller doubles down her self-care routine with a Currentbody LED Red Light Therapy Face Mask. “It’s flexible, so it can fit into small spaces,” she says, noting its portability during her recent move from NYC to Los Angeles. “Plus, it’s been incredible for treating my skin and helping me relax.”
Sole Support: The Foot Spa Revolution
“You’ve got to break your shoes in and get used to them,” Miller emphasizes about her competition heels. To combat soreness, she relies on the Homedics Bubble Mate Foot Spa, calling it “one of my best purchases of 2024.” The device, equipped with toe-touch controls and bubble jets, brings back nostalgic pedicure vibes — and delivers real relief for dancers logging hours in heels.
Fueling Through Rehearsals with Solely Fruit Jerky
Ciara keeps her energy steady with Solely Organic Mango Fruit Jerky, a no-added-sugar snack she calls “a lifesaver.” “Fruit is my favorite pre-, post-, or during-rehearsal bite,” she says. “It’s healthy and really great on the go.” For a caffeine boost, she also stocks her fridge with Celcius, a brand she collaborated with on its Spritz Vibe beverage line earlier this year.
Nexxus Hair Care: Keeping It Glam While Dancing
Maintaining her signature “glam girl” look requires products that hold up under pressure — or rather, sweat. Miller immediately outfitted her DWTS trailer with Nexxus Air Shape Workable Hold Texture Spray. “It gives me volume and texture, which is perfect for pulling my hair out and making it even bigger. Then I need a firm hairspray to lock it all in place,” she says.
The brand’s lightweight formula withstands long wear days, from early-morning rehearsals to live TV performances, allowing her to focus solely on nailing her routines.
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