Latex Care

Latex clothing and accessories need different products for washing, dressing, polishing and storage. Compare specialist cleaners, polish, dressing aids, talc and applicators by intended use, format, quantity and material compatibility.

Cleaning and caring for latex

Latex clothing and accessories need a product suited to the particular stage of care: cleaning, dressing, polishing or storage. This category may include specialist wash and detergent, latex polish, dressing aids, talcum powder and application cloths. A polishing product does not replace a cleaner, so check the intended purpose before use.

Main product types

  • Cleaners and detergents: products for washing latex according to both the care-product directions and the garment manufacturer's instructions
  • Latex polish: formulas intended to create shine or finish on the surface
  • Dressing aids: products designed to make a latex garment easier to put on when the label states that use
  • Powder and applicators: accessories intended for storage or even application, depending on the individual description

Check purpose and compatibility

Compare the formula or format, package quantity and exact directions. Confirm whether the product is for latex only or also states compatibility with vinyl or PVC. Do not assume that a general clothing cleaner, oil or household polish is suitable for latex.

Follow both sets of instructions

Use the care-product label together with the instructions for the specific garment or accessory. Test only where the manufacturer recommends it, avoid excessive heat and direct sunlight, and let cleaned latex dry as directed before storage. Keep it away from sharp objects and materials that the garment maker identifies as incompatible.

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Proper washing. Lukewarm water (not hot). Mild unscented soap or latex shampoo. Gentle rubbing with the hands. Full rinsing. Drying: a towel and hanging in the shade. Latex polish/shine afterwards. NEVER a washing machine, dryer, sunlight or heat above 40°C.
Hard without a lubricant. Talc or a latex dressing aid (silicone lubricant) inside. Or water + latex polish inside. Gradual application. Trousers from below, tops from above. No violent pulling. Latex shine spray outside for gloss. Practise first, with help if needed.
Proper storage. Away from light: UV changes the colour. Away from heat. Not on metal: copper/brass cause staining, so avoid metal buckles. Not together with other materials. Talc inside. No tight folding. Boxes or fabric bags. A lifespan of 2-5 years.
A silicone-based product for latex after dressing. A glossy wet look (iconic); without polish, latex is matte. Protection from wear. Anti-static. It preserves the colour. Application: spray onto a sponge/cloth, then spread. Before photographs. Brands: Pjur Cult, Vivishine. Not silicone car wax.
Repair is possible. Latex glue/cement: a special glue, applied to both surfaces, waiting 2-5 minutes, then pressing. Latex patches: self-adhesive for small tears. Sewing: NO, it creates stress points. For small damage: glue + patch. For large: replacement. Westward Bound, Atsuko Kudo offer a repair service.
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