Latex care

We deliver the latex treated with latex powder. Therefore it has a matte, grayish color and it may dust slightly when unpacked. The latex is thus prepared for you to try on. DO NOT POLISH the latex. If necessary, apply only more powder and try on the size, to see if everything fits you well. If you have any doubts, write to us. We will be happy to advise you, or exchange the product for a different size. Polished latex clothing cannot be returned or exchanged for hygiene reasons.

Greyish-white traces of powder on your garment will completely disappear after a few wash and polish cycles, usually after the first one. You can find information about exchanges and returns on the repairs, exchanges and complaints page.

Before the first use, we recommend washing latex. This will remove any excess powder and dirt, making polishing easier and more effective. For best results, we recommend washing with laundry detergents intended for latex, which will ensure 100% compatibility with this material and safe use. A selection of these products can be found in our category washing and cleaning latex clothing. Never use common soaps, shampoos, etc. for washing - these products often contain oils and other ingredients that can irreversibly damage your latex.

Wash latex manually in warm water (30 °C). Laundry detergents for latex are added in the ratio of 15 ml per 5 L of water during washing, but always read the attached leaflet, which can adjust this information. Do not scrub latex when washing, just lightly rinse it and rub it in your hands. To remove mechanical impurities, you can use a gentle cloth, but avoid using dish sponges, etc. Then rinse the product thoroughly with clean water, preferably in the shower.

You can now let your latex dry or proceed to the next step and polish it immediately. Dry latex at room temperature. Do not dry in a draught, near a heat source or in the sun.

TIP | For faster drying, we recommend patting the latex after showering. We wash and polish latex in IKEA boxes, which can be easily filled, emptied, and cleaned.

Polishing latex is similar to washing it, except instead of laundry detergent, you add latex polish to the water. Submerge the product into clean warm water (30 °C) with a small amount of polish, which is added in the ratio of 15 ml to 5 L. Now rinse the latex in the water and gently rub it in your palms. Do not scrub the latex.

By polishing in this water bath method, you will achieve perfect spreading of the polish over the entire surface of your latex piece and thus achieve the desired effect. Moreover, you can apply this polish immediately after washing - there is no need to wait until the latex is dry. We offer a wide range of polishes suitable for polishing in a water bath in our range. Check out our category latex polishes, where you will find polishes suitable for the described type of polishing as well as polishes for direct polishing. These two polishing methods differ in that one type of polishes has an applicator (pump or sprayer) and the other one does not. Polishes without a pump or sprayer are suitable for polishing in a water bath.

Direct polishing of latex clothing is a method where you apply the polish directly to the surface of the latex using a spray or pump and just rub it in. This method does not necessarily require previous washing or a water bath, but in this case, the results of this type of polishing are not as stunning. Only by combining both of the mentioned methods will you achieve breathtaking mirror effects, which contribute significantly to the attractiveness of latex clothing. We recommend first a water bath and then direct polishing after dressing.

To simplify the entire process, we have prepared starter kits for latex clothing care, which contain everything you need for perfect polishing of your latex.

Store latex clothing and aids in a dark, dry place. Garments like latex dresses, etc. on plastic hangers, in garment bags and smaller items or aids in boxes so that the latex is not crumpled, nor burdened, and has plenty of space. Always store latex clean, dry, washed, and polished or powdered.

Whether to powder or polish the latex before storage is a matter of personal preference. Both methods are absolutely fine, but if the latex is polished, it is ready for further use, and its polishing to perfection does not take much time. In case of powder for latex, this is of course not the case, but powdered latex has the advantage of being antistatic and nothing sticks to it - not even tiny dust particles.

TIP | We store polished latex if we expect to use it again soon. We store long-term stored models and thematic outfits that we use only occasionally powdered.

Dress in latex clothing on clean dry skin - we recommend a thorough shower before dressing, before which you should remove all metal chains, watches and jewellery. If you wear latex in a colour other than black, we recommend you take out, or cover piercings, if you have any, with a plaster. Do not apply deodorant, perfume, moisturiser or any other type of personal product of this type to yourself. You can make dressing easier with powder for latex, or a liquid dressing aid. Check out our portfolio of these products in the category help with dressing in latex.

When dressing, be careful with your nails to avoid tearing and do not stretch the latex at the very edge or cat ears on the hood and so on.

TIP | When using a liquid assistant on stockings, you will need a latex garter belt, otherwise your stockings will slide down after this lubricant. For gloves, for the same reason, we recommend only using powder for latex.

Latex is a fragile material and we recommend taking extra care when wearing it. Pay attention to where you sit, what you lean against and who rubs against you. Watch out for rough surfaces that may cause cracks and abrasions when rubbed against latex (carpets, tiles, etc.).

You can polish latex anytime during wear. Either classically, with a polish that has a pump or sprayer, or with single-use polishing wipes.

TIP | For fetish parties, we recommend fingerless latex gloves, which make it easier to hold a glass, operate a phone, and overall comfort.

After use, latex must be washed immediately. You can go directly into the shower in latex and you can undress it while showering - the running water will make it easier for you. Thoroughly wash the latex with warm water after undressing, then you can wash and polish it again, or powder it. If you transport latex and get dressed somewhere other than the comfort of home, plastic bags or sacks are ideal, but latex should not stay in them for long. Sweaty and used latex that has been sealed for a long time in a plastic bag can easily become moldy and absorb an odor that will no longer be removed from it.

Care for your latex regularly after each use, and it will last as new for many years.

TIP | Be careful of slipping in the shower after a strenuous evening. Bathroom tiles in combination with polishes and lubricants can be an unpleasant combination.