Make Playtime Sparkle with Cra-Z-Art’s Glam and Go Beauty Caddy

I’m just going to come out and say it: I think it’s a shame that today’s kids don’t go through a blue eyeshadow phase.

Because of TikTok, there are 10 year olds who know more about contour than I will ever understand as a woman pushing 30. This is great in some ways (makeup artists are extremely talented individuals), but it also leaves parents feeling like their little ones are trying to grow up too fast. The Shimmer ‘N Sparkle Glam and Go Beauty Caddy from Cra-Z-Art is designed for makeup play — emphasis on the play! Tweens can explore their interest in makeup, without getting into the more grown-up techniques and without spending a large sum at Sephora.

The set comes with kid-friendly lip color, eye color, lip gloss, and cheek color, plus nail polish, and accessories. There are a 3-4 colors of each to choose from to explore and it’s all packed up in a glittery travel case that makes it easy to transport to sleepovers. One fun way to play (Yes, really play!) is to do “surprise makeovers” where kids can cover their eyes and do a friend’s makeup without looking at the colors. In addition to thinking I was fabulous with blue eyeshadow and a bright-pink lip as a kid, I also did this with my friends and still laugh at the memories.

In addition to the makeup play, tweens can work on their manicure skills with nail stickers and kid-friendly nail polish. Once dry, the nail polish peels off so they can have the salon experience without harsh chemicals like acetone. 

Whether kids are playing around, or getting serious re-creating their favorite Selena Gomez makeup tutorial, parents will be happy to know any looks created with this kit wash off easily. The products included also fit back into the case when playtime is over for easy storage.

Makeup is about experimentation, and the Shimmer ‘N Sparkle Glam and Go Beauty Caddy set helps kids do so in an age-appropriate way. That’s the true sparkle!