What itac level is best for super sweaty hands?

glitterhips started this discussion · 2/20/2011

I know level 2 is recommended for pole but I have insanely sweaty hands and I'm performing in the Detroit showcase and reaaaaallly dont want to accidentally wipe my hands on my butt while i'm up there!!!! I do it in my videos all the time and I don't even realize I'm doing it! So obviously I need to break that habit but in the meantime I wanted to get the best itac for really sweaty hands and wanted to see what everyone else uses. I have used level 2 and I did like it but I am almost thinking I should get at least a 3, or else get a 2 and a 3 or 4 and just use 3 or 4 for my hands and the 2 everywhere else? What do you guys think? Anyone else have 3 or 4 level?

24 replies

polefairy · 2/20/2011
I have level 4 and I love it. I suppose it depends on how much a dancer's hands sweat, mine are very, very bad! Level two is also good but once I'm really warmed up if I want to continue doing inverts and climbs then I have to use level 4. Love Itac!! ❤️ Good luck with the performance!
heathalynne · 2/20/2011
I tried 2, 3, and 4. IMO 4 is too strong and sticks too much, ESP if you put it on your body. 3 seems perfect for me, even though I mostly use 2. I would say 3 for hands and 2 for body. You need some natural grip and freedom too.
CeledaBcn · 2/20/2011
I don't know stil, but i ask for a samples from itac2 and Peter sends me, i'm waiting it for arrive. I asf for samples of level 3 and 4. Go to the page and ask for a samples, they send...
Kobajo84 · 2/20/2011
I have levels 2, 3, and 4. I liked level 2 at first then it started to get slick on me. So I got level 4 and couldn't tell much of a difference the other day. I was told it works differently with everyones body chemistry and I think I am one of those people it doesn't work with. Try the samples before you make a purchase. 😉
Shellectra · 2/20/2011
How does Itac compare to Tite Grip? I don't really find Tite Grip helps make my grip tackier at all :(
amy · 2/21/2011
shellectra, tite grip isn't really effective as a grip aid-- it's an antipersperant. put it on an hour or two before you pole and your hands won't sweat. glitter, have you tried doing that? glitter, request some samples. i have heard from a lot of polers (myself included) that itac is great for colder conditions but for a hot, sweaty environment it can feel very slippery... it's natural beeswax based i believe so i think at some point it "liquifies" and you can lose your grip.
minicoopergrl · 2/21/2011
I just ordered a sample of 3, we will see how it goes. Theres also a new scent to it as well, cant wait to test it out.
ottersocks · 2/21/2011
People seem to either love itac or hate it. I think Amy nailed it, it must be a body chemistry thing. I am not a sweaty person but like a little bit of tackiness when I'm learning something scary. Itac 2 turned to grease on me in the middle of a true grip handspring. I've tried 3 and found the same thing. Starts out tacky, turns to grease. I agree with trying samples before you buy.
Kobajo84 · 2/21/2011
@Glitter- I'm planning on attending a local Bad Kitty Exotic Wear party this weekend and hoping to be able to pick up some Mighty Grip. I will let you know if I get some or any others and what I think. ❤️
monica kay · 2/22/2011
i have obnoxiously sweaty hands. When i type at my computer, the keys all have little puddles of sweat on them. Sweat from my palms run down my wrists all the time. I use and LOVE iTac2, but I put it on my legs, elbow pit, and behind the knees. If I didnt use it on my legs and other contact points, I would rarely get enough friction to stick on the pole. I just slide right off the pole... It seems that iTac2 does not help the grip of my hands because I just sweat right thru it. I have not tried the other numbers, but I suspect that they will not help me. I wear Mighty Grip gloves to keep my hand grip on the pole at it's maximum. I love the gloves- i have both tacky and non tacky. They keep my grip secure and I just cannot put into words how wonderful it is to NOT get frustrated over losing hand grip due to sweatyness.
monica kay · 2/22/2011
also- forgot to mention: i dont care for the products that require you to apply them an hour or so before use. I wash my hands alot, so it probably gets rinsed off. Also, I am concerned that I may accidently injest some if it's on my hands and i snack on something. What if you rub your eyes and that hand drying stuff is on your fingers? I have tried Dry Hands, Tite Grip, and other alcohol-like grip aids and they are just "o.k" imo. I still end up sweating anyway. I also tried using an underarm antiperspirant that you apply at night, (put it on my palms) but i was not completely satisfied. I had a problem with alcohol-like grip aids making the skin on my finger tips crack open this winter- I think I have a very rare & unique condition with my hands and fingers, and think it's best for me to avoid hand drying grip aids.
glitterhips · 2/22/2011
Thanks for the replies everyone! I'm most likely going to order a 3 and get a sample of 2 and 4. I have used level 2 from my friends' jar and I don't think I sweated it off my hands, but I also tried to plan out my routine for the show so I'm on/off the pole with enough time for my hands to dry in between. I've never performed and when I get nervous my hands get cold and tingly and don't sweat at all so I'm hoping that happens this time it would be a big help! I've stayed away from performing live partly because of my grip problems so I hope my sweaty palms stay under control for five minutes while I'm on stage...not so much to ask!!! hehe
CeledaBcn · 2/28/2011
I recived today my samples or level 3 & 4. I will test it today xD
FuzzyNavel · 2/28/2011
Let me know how you like it! I had a sample a few months ago, but it almost seemed dried out in the plastic cup?? It went on sorta "chunky" and left little bits all over my pole...so I'm not sure I really applied it right. It was grippy for sure, but really messy. SO many people seem to love it, so I keep feeling like I should give it another go.
CeledaBcn · 3/1/2011
At the moment i tested level 3, and have more grip, but still not all well... Next practice i test the level 4. I'm thinking that i have a problem warming the pole maybe... I don't understand at all the meaning of "warming the pole" hehehehe
JBStarryEyedGirl · 4/17/2011
I got my samples of itac 2 and 4 from Peter on friday and finally had the chance to try it out today. I decided to try the level 4. I was warmed up from a burlesque class with my other instructors, and applied itac to hands and let dry for at least a min. I noticed an immediate feeling of "dryness" Or "waterproofing", my hands didn't feel sticky though. My grip was not much better than usual, and I ended up dowsing my hands in REI rock climbing powder which drys my hands out immediately, but only for 1-2 tricks. I think I may make a chalk bag for it and see how that works. Has anyone tried using rosin? Either crystal or spray form? I'm definitely thinking of trying Tite Grip as well.. LOL. I also have some Platinum Grip on the way so I will let you know if that works at all.
HilaryKate aka LolaSlaytor · 4/18/2011
I've used rosin (crystal) a fair bit and I love it! I use it at my studio but I keep forgetting to buy some to use at home! I have a lot of problems with grip and with sweaty hands, the rosin is awesome for body - be careful not to use tooooo much on your legs or they will stick so much that you can really hurt your skin and almost tear it with some moves! I don't find it very good for my hands though - almost makes my grip worse once they start sweating with rosin on.
Judy Jovanelly · 4/19/2011
glitter -- have you tried the vinegar trick ? i learned over the weekend during our X-Pert certification that just plain old white vinegar closes up the sweat glands in the mitts.... you will surely smell like a salad, but might be worth a try ?
Mechie · 4/28/2011
I'm in the US. Where can I gt samples of the iTac? All the sites I've seen are in Aussie!! I'd been using Mighty Grip, it helps but only ONE move at a time. I need to wipe my hands in between moves =\
chemgoddess1 · 4/28/2011
http://www.poledancegrip.com/
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chemgoddess1 · 4/28/2011
Peter I believe is on this forum. Also, you can contact them through facebook or use this e-mail address: [email protected]
Mechie · 4/28/2011
I got a hold of him...he's sending me sample of itac 3...THANKS!! ^_^
Might Grip · 4/28/2011
Mighty Grip really is not going to stop sweaty hands. No one product will work all the time for all dancers. One should have a couple of different grip aids in their bag at all times as temperature, humidity and body chemistry will be different at different places and/or times. That said if anyone wants a sample of Mighty Grip just send an email with your address to [email protected] Joel
pegasusaerialfitness · 4/29/2011
Glitter have you tried "Dry Hands" . I find that itac2 gets really greasy on my hands after a little bit. It works on my lower legs though. I like might grip too over dry hands. (make sure you let the dry hands dry first and then you have to heat up your hands to get the might grip to activate. Don't use too much might grip) I think because my environment is humid and warm here. Some people can use itac and have a great response from it. Good luck at your performance!