For the traveler who has everything...

I’m not making this up. You can buy zipper lubricant in a can. And it’s called Jig-A-Loo:

Jig-A-Loo is a revolutionary new product that combines the power of a lubricant with a water repellent.
Unlike any other lubricant, it contains no oil, grease, wax or detergent, so it doesn’t stain or stink. It stops squeaks, unsticks just about anything, protects against rust, and is an exceptional water repellent.
With thousands of uses around the house, garden, cottage and more, it’s the all-around solution in a can. 

The manufacturer calls it a “lubri-pellant” and recommends it for zippers and practically everything else you can think of. They claim it’s non-staining. This would make it appropriate for luggage…or trousers. And, hey, it’s from Canada, eh?

From the website FAQ: 

Can I use Jig-A-Loo on garments?

Yes, Jig-A-Loo does not stain. Have a stuck zipper on your white jeans, your wife’s dress? Your kid’s jacket? Or another piece of clothing? Just spray it with Jig-A-Loo for quick and clean results.

Comments

[bruc33ef]

Zipper lubrication is an excellent idea -- not only do zippers become a pleasure to open but it prevents over-stressing the zipper and therefore probably prolongs its life. But you don't need to buy anything special to do it. Just rub a chapstick on the zipper, or a paraffin candle, or a pencil point (it's the graphite), or spray some WD-40 on it, one of which people already have around the house. Any of them will do the job.

[Eric]

Good alternatives. I don't think Chap-Stick, WD-40, or graphite are non-staining though. :-)

One question I have: if Jig-A-Loo contains no oil, wax, grease, or detergent.... then what *does* it contain?

[bruc33ef]

Actually, WD-40, according to Wikipedia, is mostly solvent and is itself used as a cleaner. It does not stain. As far as chapstick, it depends on the brand and whether colors/flavors are added. I always get the plain stuff and that does not stain. Graphite, of course, can leave a residue (if you're not careful to coat only the zipper) but can be cleaned up quickly with, among other things,WD-40.