Care instructions

Light colored latex is very sensitive and due to it’s porous nature will pick up stains from things like metals and makeups. Latex, regardless of color, should not come in contact with copper and brass metals especially as it will pick up brownish colored stains from these metals. Be especially cautious with latex around body jewelry, despite it looking silver it typically will contain metals that can stain the latex.

Avoid having your latex around sharp edges. Sharp fingernails, jewelry, furniture, etc can all tear the latex if you’re not cautious.

Wash latex as soon after wearing as you’re able in lukewarm water with a non-bleach soap. I like to use a non-bleach dishsoap (such as lemon Ajax) but some people use baby shampoo’s as well. Once clean, rinse off any soap residue in clean lukewarm water and then hang to dry. Try to clean your latex soon after wearing it, allowing sweat and body oils to stay on the garment can result in damage over time.

DO NOT machine wash, dry clean, or iron latex garments under any circumstances. Latex is HAND WASH ONLY!

To store latex be sure it’s safely away from any damaging UV rays from the sun. Sunlight can cause damage to the latex over time and should latex should be exposed to it as sparingly as possible. It’s best to store the latex, once cleaned and dry, covered with a light dusting of Talc (or baby) powder and wrapped in tissue paper, in a bag in a drawer. Be sure that all colors are stored separately from each other as dark colored latex can leave stains on lighter colors when left touching for too long and that any metal fastenings, etc have a layer of tissue paper separating them from the latex to prevent any stains happening during storage.

To repolish latex for wear, simply rinse the talc powder off the latex in lukewarm water, allow to dry and then shine with polish that’s specified for latex use. Be sure any polish used is SILICONE based, do not use any other types of polish or it will damage the surface of the latex. I recommend using Pjur Cult polish. Not only does it give a great shine to the garment but it also can be used as a dressing aid. Simply rub some on the garment with your hands or a soft cloth for a smooth, even polish, be sure to rub gently, it doesn’t need to be rubbed hard to get shiny. Once the dress is shined you can apply some of the same polish directly to your body with your hands and this allows you to slide the garment on effortlessly. If you do not currently have a polish or dressing agent just let me know and I can include that to you with your purchase.