Your new latex item
will not arrive to you with shine on. Latex items need to be stored
carefully, in a place away from sunlight and covered with a thin layer
of talcum powder. When putting the garment on it helps to cover the
inside of the item with talc or lube which enables it to slide over the
skin more easily and also allows for readjustment of the garment when
it's in place. The item can be polished up to a good shine with a cloth
and either 'Son of a Gun' or a quality lube. Clean the garment after
each use as body oils and lubes can degrade the latex. Hand wash with
water or mildly soaped (Ivory) water and then turn inside out and hang
up to dry. When hang drying your Latex, do NOT hang over a metal rod.
The metal rod can cause discoloration of the Latex. Remember, keep the
Latex away from heat which means no dryers! Powder lightly before
storage. Keep dark colours and light colours apart or the light colours
may stain. Also keep light colours away from any brass based jewelry
and sunlight as these are also prone to staining the latex. Keep the
Latex away from extreme cold and freezing conditions as it can cause
the Latex to rip or tear. Keep the latex away from oils, greases,
leather items, and solvent. Avoid sharp objects as it can tear the
latex (this includes fingernails so be extra careful putting on your
new latex garment.)
CLEANING YOUR LATEX
Wash Latex items in warm water with a few drops of a very mild soap
(such as Ivory Detergent). Rinse well and hang to dry. When hang drying
your Latex, do NOT hang over a metal rod. The metal rod can cause
discoloration of the Latex. Remember, keep the Latex away from heat
which means no dryers!
STORING YOUR LATEX
Store your Latex in a cool dark place. Store it in a plastic bag on a
shelf, drawer or place it in a storage box. Do not store your Latex
without first washing off all lubricants or dressing aids. The
lubricants can seep into the seams and degrade the bond holding the
seams together.
PVC CLOTHING
Wash PVC by hand with warm water and mild soap. Hang to dry. Do not put
in dryer.