Skechers · Fabric Stain Guard Sprays
Skechers Waterproofer Spray
Wait for Skechers to share the waterproofing chemical details.
Skechers does not reveal what chemicals make this waterproofing spray work. Waterproofing products typically contain PFAS, so you can't know your exposure without transparency.
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Material
Proprietary waterproofing spray coating
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What Skechers Waterproofer Spray is made of, ingredients and materials
Gecko's Skechers Waterproofer Spray is a proprietary coating designed to repel water on textiles and footwear. The actual chemical formulation is not disclosed publicly, which is the core problem, waterproofing sprays historically rely on PFAS "forever chemicals" (PFAS) for durability, though some brands have shifted to fluorine-free or silicone-based alternatives. Without ingredient transparency, you cannot verify which technology Gecko uses or whether harmful solvents, propellants, or volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are present.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
PFAS
Waterproofing sprays are a known PFAS vector; Gecko's silence strongly suggests PFAS presence, but no lab analysis of this specific product is publicly available. Graded separately per your instructions.
Source, ATSDR ↗Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and propellant inhalation
Spray formulations inherently contain propellants and solvents that volatilize during application. Exposure risk is highest during spraying; outdoor use and ventilation significantly reduce but do not eliminate inhalation risk, particularly for users with respiratory sensitivity.
Dermal irritation or sensitization from undisclosed ingredients
Without ingredient disclosure, residual coating chemicals on treated textiles or footwear cannot be ruled out as contact irritants, especially for individuals with sensitive skin or eczema. Direct skin exposure during application is a labeled risk.
Coating degradation and reapplication frequency
All waterproofing sprays degrade with wear and washing. Frequent reapplication increases cumulative exposure to propellants and any PFAS or chemical residues, making long-term use a chronic low-level exposure scenario.
What’s reassuring
Formaldehyde / VOCs
This spray does not introduce these hazards; it is a surface coating for existing garments or shoes. Pre-existing hazards in the textile itself are unrelated to the waterproofer product itself.
Source, ATSDR ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Gecko has not publicly disclosed the chemical composition of this waterproofer spray or published a PFAS-reduction commitment. This silence is noteworthy in a category where major competitors (like Nikwax and Granger's) advertise fluorine-free formulations. No established recalls or safety warnings specific to this product are on record, but the lack of transparency prevents informed assessment of long-term safety or environmental persistence.
How it compares in its category
Waterproofing sprays range from high-PFAS legacy products to newer silicone or wax-based alternatives. Gecko's refusal to specify puts it in the cautious category, you cannot assume safety without disclosure. Competitors offering fluorine-free claims (e.g., Nikwax TX Direct or Scotchgard Advanced Protector) provide at least a partial answer to what you are applying; this product does not.
If you buy it
Apply outdoors or in well-ventilated spaces to minimize inhalation of spray propellants and VOCs. Follow label instructions for drying time before wearing treated items. Reapply as water beading diminishes (typically every 6-12 months depending on use and wash frequency). Do not apply to skin, eyes, or breathe vapors. If Gecko eventually discloses non-PFAS chemistry, reassess; until then, consider requesting ingredient disclosure before purchase or choosing a competitor with published fluorine-free credentials.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Skechers has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
Better-graded alternatives in Fabric Stain Guard Sprays
Nikwax
Waterproofing Wax for Leather
- wax-based waterproofing
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Respiratory irritation or fume inhalation during application
2 hazards checked on this product. See all of them.
Angelus
Mink Oil Paste Leather Waterproofer and Contitioner 3 oz
- mink oil paste, natural oil-based conditioner
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Microbial growth (natural oil rancidity)
2 hazards checked on this product. See all of them.
Timberland
Waximum Waxed Leather Protector
- Wax-based leather protector
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from solvents
3 hazards checked on this product. See all of them.
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