Shoe wax and its uses. Colorless shoe wax "Twist Fashion Care"
Would you like to buy a quality shoe polish or wax to restore or soften leather clothing, chair covers and upholstered furniture? In this case, pay attention to the range of our online store "Magic Gutalina": waxes and other compositions for the care of leather products are on sale at an affordable cost.
What do we offer?
Here you can buy wax for shoes, including those for oily waxed leathers, which require special careful handling. Creams and other products are commercially available for rough materials (for example, suede or nubuck).
We have products for the care of sensitive high-end leather materials (such as luxury furniture). The composition of such creams includes a special oil and nutritious components that give the material softness and smoothness, making it more well-groomed.
You can purchase a cream with natural ingredients that does not contain chemical aggressive substances that adversely affect the condition of the material.
Waxes for sports and hiking shoes are another type of our products. Such products penetrate the material and protect it from moisture and damage.
In order to buy shoe polish in an online store or a product for other products made of smooth or rough leather, call us: we will advise you on the assortment, tell you about the features of each product and help you choose the right option.
Due to some circumstances, industrial shoe cream is not always suitable for your favorite boots or ankle boots. However, they still need to be taken care of. In such a situation, beeswax for shoes will come in handy. It makes excellent means for caring for shoes, and besides, the naturalness of such creams pleases. Your shoes will definitely say "thank you" for such care.
Wax is a product of bee activity, which is a yellowish-brown solid mass with a characteristic honey aroma. Made from wax and other components, the cream has several very useful qualities:
- repels moisture, preventing it from penetrating deep into the shoe, which is why the product impregnated with this product will remain dry even in rainy or snowy weather;
- prevents cracking of the skin, its drying out (in the heat) or “suffocation” (in the cold), the appearance of unpleasant odors and salt stains;
- levels the surface of the product, penetrating and filling small cracks, scratches and other mechanical damage. Additionally, the cream gives a natural glow to the skin;
- differs in universality as it is applied to care of footwear both from genuine leather, and from a leather substitute. Also, a colorless shoe cream is suitable for a product of any shade.
Unfortunately, this versatility does not extend to other, non-leather materials. Therefore, the wax cream is not recommended for use if the shoes are made of nubuck, suede and fabric materials.
Colorless beeswax cream
To prepare such a useful tool, you must stock up on the following ingredients in advance:
- beeswax - 50 grams;
- turpentine - 100 ml.
Wax is an essential component of high-quality shoe creams, in addition, it is produced as a separate product used to protect shoes from adverse weather conditions and mechanical damage.
How shoe wax works
Wax for shoes performs two important functions: softens and cares for natural leather and at the same time protects it from damage. The components that make up the product will protect your shoes from drying out, give smoothness and shine. After application shoe wax creates the thinnest film on the surface of the skin that repels moisture, dirt and road chemicals, and also protects against minor mechanical damage, such as the appearance of microcracks and creases. Thus, in the care of leather shoes, wax can replace two products for you: cream and water-repellent spray. Please note that wax is only suitable for smooth leather shoes, and it will not work for suede.
How to choose wax for shoes
Sufficiently dense structure of the product and no unpleasant pungent odor testify to the high quality shoe wax. According to reviews customers, it is this wax that is applied evenly and in a very thin layer, is well absorbed, softens and moisturizes natural skin.
Strong smell of wax indicates that the product is based on synthetic components and it will take care of shoes much worse than better analogues on natural raw materials could. Wax for shoes viscous consistency is worse absorbed into the skin, and drying shoes after treatment with such a tool will take you a lot of time.
Regardless of the quality of the main raw materials, absolutely any shoe wax contains chemical solvents. These components can affect the surface of the shoe and react with low-quality dyes. That is why buyers often shoe wax complain that he ruined the appearance of boots or shoes. In fact, wax has nothing to do with it, it's all about the unstable color of the skin.
If you are not sure about the quality of your shoes, first try a small amount of wax on an inconspicuous area of the leather and see if the product leaves stains. Use cream and a water-repellent spray instead of wax to care for loosely stained shoes.
It is best to purchase caring wax in the same store where you buy shoes. Sales consultants will help you choose the best product for your pair, and if it is chosen incorrectly and ruins the shoes, you can always file a complaint with the store.
Application of shoe wax
Waxing is the final step in shoe care, but it is best to do it in advance, and not immediately before going out. Wax applied to leather shoes a few hours before its use will have time to absorb well and soften the skin, and the protective film formed by it will be as resistant as possible.
Wax for shoes is applied to the surface of the skin in a thin layer. The best way to do this is with a special brush. Remember that shoes must be clean and dry before waxing!
A good look and durability of leather shoes can be given by waxing. To give the shoes a shine and a beautiful original look, you need to try to keep it always clean and of course properly care for it. This becomes relevant in spring and autumn, when shoes are exposed to excessive negative effects in slush and rain.
Quality shoes are mostly made from good leather, which is a natural product. The task of quality shoe care products is to protect and prevent natural leather from harmful environmental influences in order to preserve its appearance.
Products made of genuine leather, nubuck or suede are cleaned in different ways. So, if shoes are made of nubuck or suede, they can only be cleaned dry using special sponges and brushes, leather shoes can also be wet cleaned using brushes of various hardness, woolen and flannel cloths.
Before you start cleaning leather shoes and decide how to apply wax to shoes, you should use a dry, clean brush to remove dust and dirt from it. If the shoes are wet, they should be dried. On pre-washed and cleaned leather shoes, you need to apply a special shoe cream, but it is better to do this in the evening so that the applied cream is well absorbed into the skin.
After a few hours, an aerosol or wax should be applied to the shoes treated with cream. The peculiarity of candle wax is not only to give the shoes the desired shine, but also to increase the water resistance of the entire surface of the boots, boots or shoes. To collect the necessary amount of wax for the subsequent processing of leather shoes, it is advisable to take a wide candle and light it.
Give it a good burn and melt. When the required amount of wax is formed, pour it on the shoes and rub the entire surface of the leather shoes with this liquid using a soft, dry cloth. It is recommended to apply and polish with melted wax every detail of a leather boot or shoe so that the wax covers the shoes completely.
The polishing procedure can be done twice if you have never used shoe wax before. Double waxing your shoes will provide a good base for subsequent cleanings. Wax for shoes from good manufacturers is also sold separately in specialized stores, because it is no secret that this product is excellent for caring for boots, boots and shoes.
The instructions say how to use shoe wax, and that it is an indispensable tool for saturating the material from which the shoes are made. It should be noted that any wax requires careful handling, since the main component in its production are solvents, which can strongly affect many dyes used in the manufacture of shoes.
REVIEWS FROM INDEPENDENT CONSUMERS
Tatyana Druzhinina:
"My review of Twist Colorless Shoe Wax.
The packaging indicates that this wax is intended primarily for the care of sports and hiking shoes, but walking on our sidewalks and roads is already a kind of hike! I tried wax both in winter, when there is a lot of snow on the streets, and in spring, when there is "porridge" of snow on the sidewalks and roads. Wax for shoes "Twist" is designed specifically for impregnating shoes from snow, moisture and salt.
Salt and reagents are the most dangerous enemies for shoes in winter. The most popular and affordable remedy for salt stains is the timely waxing of shoes. Especially in winter and spring, leather shoes suffer. I tried wax for shoes "Twist" - and was very pleased with the result and quality!
A special combination of carnauba wax and montan wax protects smooth skin from the adverse effects of the environment. The tool is a reliable protection against getting wet, salt and dirt. Wax "Twist Fashion" uses lanolin and mink oil. Lanolin is a natural wax of animal origin, which is obtained by refining the fat from sheep's wool. The use of lanolin provides proper care for natural leather and makes it soft and supple. And mink oil, which easily penetrates the skin, smoothes, nourishes and moisturizes the surface of the product, prevents cracking of natural leather, improves its color and eliminates scuffs.
I'll start with a description of the packaging. Wax for shoes "Twist" is in a very convenient jar, which is equipped with a special lever, with which the lid is very easy to open. For girls, this is important, because when opening such packages, nails often suffer!
The wax itself is colorless, odorless, perfectly applied to shoes, distributed.
We tested the product on my husband's shoes. Wax is applied to pre-cleaned dry shoes. I first washed the shoes, dried them at room temperature. The wax was applied with a natural bristle shoe brush, allowed to soak (about 10 minutes) and polished with a flannel cloth.
What I liked was the shine of the shoes! For comparison, in the photo 1 boot is waxed and polished, the second is without. The difference is obvious! Shoes look like new!
Of course, I was more interested in the impregnation and protection of shoes from snow and dirt. Here the tests were repeatedly passed with a bang, as they say! Boots are perfectly protected from dirt and moisture. After you walk on dirty sidewalks and puddles, the dirt does not stick, but is very easy to remove!
Wax intensely nourishes the skin, making it soft and supple. In addition, wax covers the surface with a thin protective film that allows the product to breathe, but at the same time does not let moisture in.
Shelf life of colorless wax for shoes "Twist" - 3 years. Storage temperature - no higher than +25 degrees.
Personally, my husband and I really liked the wax! I recommend!"
Test date: March 2015.
Katerina Terentyeva:
"Tested wax for shoes colorless brand" Twist ".
Wax in a round metal jar with a volume of 50 ml. There is a special "trick-opener" with which you can easily open a jar of wax.
The wax itself is colorless and smells like vanilla. The consistency is similar to butter. Feels greasy.
Ingredients: exotic complex, mink oil, paraffin, waxes.
I use an old shoe polish sponge, it's handy. I just take this sponge, smear it with wax and carefully wipe the shoes. Then polish with a cloth to a shine. I like that it doesn't take a lot of time to rub it to a shine. To the touch, the shoes are then oily, but by morning it is already smaller. Shoes look like new, shiny, well impregnated.
In damp, wet weather, this wax protects shoes: they do not become wet, water is repelled. But now the snow has fallen, so the shoes have never been covered with salt. My shoes are well-groomed, and I am confident! I recommend!"
Tatyana Yanichkina:
"Colorless shoe wax from the Twist Fashion Care series. Ideal for the care of hiking and sports shoes. I used it for everyday use.
A special combination of carnauba wax and montan wax protects the smooth surface from the adverse effects of the environment. The tool is a reliable protection against getting wet, salt and dirt. Wax intensely nourishes the skin, making it soft and supple.
This season we have started using colorless wax from "Twist". The composition of the wax inspires confidence. There are many natural ingredients that will only benefit genuine leather shoes. The consistency of the wax is very dense, but easy to pick up. Color transparent is suitable for leather shoes of any color. We use wax according to the instructions, that is, first wash the shoes and dry them thoroughly, then apply the wax, let it dry and polish with a soft cloth. Shoes look well-groomed. When moisture gets in, the naked eye can see how the wax works, repelling water and dirt, protecting leather shoes from environmental influences.
Test date: December 2014.
Ksenia Weiner:
"Testing wax for shoes "Colorless" from the Twist Fashion Care series. Suitable for the care of sports and hiking shoes. Contains carnauba (palm tree) and montan waxes, mink oil, that is, it is based on natural ingredients. Due to the fact that the wax is based on natural ingredients, it allows the skin to breathe.Twist Fashion wax contains lanolin (this is a natural wax of animal origin, which is obtained by refining the fat from sheep's wool).The use of lanolin provides proper care for natural leather and allows you to make its soft and supple, and mink oil, which easily penetrates the skin, smoothes, nourishes and moisturizes the surface of the product, prevents cracking of natural leather, improves its color and eliminates scuffs.
In order to start waxing, you need to thoroughly rinse and dry the shoes (preferably in a natural way, and not on a battery), then apply the wax evenly, let it soak in and polish it with a polishing cloth after 10 minutes.
Since the wax is colorless, it suits any skin type and color. For example, I cleaned my husband's shoes with this wax, which have various inserts that would be difficult to process with colored wax, and the transparent one is invisible if it accidentally got in the wrong place. The shoes themselves after processing look much more well-groomed, even shine. Now, after the street, you can wipe them with a dry cloth, but do not wash them with water, because the wax does not allow dirt to be absorbed into the skin. The treatment was repeated every three days and this is quite enough, although we have a very dirty street. In addition, wax protects the skin from exposure to salt and from getting wet, because any skin has microcracks into which moisture can penetrate.
Made in China.
Test date: December 2014.
Elena Golubkova:
“Shoes should be looked after at any time of the year. Winter, especially in the city, does not allow you to relax. Salts and reagents that are used to treat roads naturally get on shoes, so shoes must be protected with special means.
When I received the set from Twist, the first thing I liked was that all the products came colorless. I love colored shoes, I have more of them than just black ones, since the choice in the store is huge now. Colorless products "Twist" are just what the modern girl needs, who wants to keep the look of her shoes as long as possible.
So, wax "Twist" is suitable for hiking and sports shoes and protects against moisture, snow and salt. As written on the label, the composition includes unique natural ingredients - the Exotic complex (carnauba wax and montan wax). On the Twist brand website, I learned that carnauba wax is a wax of a palm tree, which creates a water-repellent effect, and montan wax is obtained from brown coal and gives shoes a shine. It also contains a perfume composition, mink oil less than 5%, paraffin, waxes from 5 to 15%, lanolin from 15 to 30%, petroleum jelly 30% or more. But the smell of wax, I want to note, is very pleasant.
The volume of the product is 50 ml. I am impressed by the small volume: it takes up little space, it is compact. But I want to note that wax is not consumed much - I think it will be enough for a long time.
Method of application - you need to apply wax with a brush on a previously cleaned dry surface, allow it to soak and polish. I did everything as in the instructions, you can see the result in the photo. Shoes look good, boots shine. I walked in them for 2 days, and we had wet snow outside. The boots didn't get wet. After I wiped them with a dry cloth, they looked the same as after waxing.
Test date: December 2014.
