Full Care Instructions for Clothing
Latex is easy to look after. However there are some guidelines thatneed to be followed to keep it looking beautiful.
Be aware of sharp objects and fingernails, latex will tear easily if it is pulled too hard or snagged on anything.
Keep latex away from heat, sunlight, cigarettes and metal.These can all leave brown stains on the latex permanently.
Latex can be affected by perfume, body sprays and body oil, degrading the material and the glue.
Dressing and Shining
Talc the inside for easy dressing also talcing oily/tacky skin will aid dressing. If the garment is sticky on the inside, dressing will be difficult and you are liable to break the garment.
(Silicone dressing oil can also be used.e.g. Pjur)
If you would like to know which product suits your needs best, you can watch our video comparing the different kind of shiner.
The outer surface of latex can be polished using our water based latex cleaner/polish. Silicone sprays and fluids will make your latex shine brighter. Do not use any other oil or silicone car oil!
Cleaning and Storing
Hand wash your latex in luke warm, soapy water and rinse thoroughly. Turn inside out and allow to dry. The garment must be thoroughly dried and talced on the inside so it doesn’t stick together before storing.
Store the garments in a dark wardrobe in a protective bag, e.g. black bin bag. It can also be wiped with the blue cleaner to preserve the material and be ready to wear.
Yummy Gummy sheet latex is a natural product and will last if looked after. With love and care your latex will stay beautiful and be a fun, sexy addition to your wardrobe for you to enjoy for years to come.