Revive Vs Dressle

One of the most common questions our top customer service team receives is about the difference between Revive Trim Dressing and Dressle All Purpose Dressing. Both are among our most popular finishing products, designed to revitalize your trim and elevate the overall finish of your detail. But how do they differ, and how can you use each one to get the best results? Let us explain…

Still one of the most essential tools in any detailing kit, Revive is all about restoration and long-lasting protection. This silicone-based, water-resistant formula is designed to darken and restore the color of exterior plastic trim. Its thick, viscous consistency makes it ideal for precise application using a foam or microfiber applicator.

Leaving behind a sleek, satin finish is just the beginning with Revive. Its advanced formula contains silicone polymers that bond to surfaces, offering protection against the fading effects of UV radiation while also adding hydrophobic properties to repel water and grime. The key to its effectiveness lies in durability—these polymers enable the coating to withstand regular washing and maintain a subtle, "like-new" finish on your trim.

For the best results, Revive should be applied to clean, dry trim, and worked in with light pressure for even coverage. Remember, a little goes a long way—while over-application won’t harm your car, proper use makes Revive one of the most cost-effective restoration products available. It takes just 5-10 minutes to cure, after which you can gently buff away any excess with a microfiber cloth. Minimal effort, maximum results, and lasting protection.

Dressle is not just a versatile finishing product—it's one of our most adaptable products overall. Its versatility shines both in how it can be applied and where it can be used.

Originally created as a dressing to enhance the look of interior plastics, rubber, and vinyl, this water-based formula dries to a non-sticky, non-greasy finish. Packed with UV inhibitors to prevent fading, Dressle contains no oils, waxes, or petroleum distillates, making it ideal for use in any cockpit. But that’s just the beginning—its potential goes far beyond.

Dressle is also highly effective on exterior trim. While it's not designed to provide a durable protective layer, this dry-touch formula penetrates the pores of rubber and plastic, enhancing their finish and restoring their appearance.

Its milky liquid consistency makes it incredibly versatile in application. You can apply it using the "spray and wipe" method, target specific areas by spritzing onto a microfiber cloth or applicator, or for harder-to-reach spots (like plastic arch liners), simply spray and walk away. As Dressle cures, it blends seamlessly into itself, leveling and spreading to leave a finish that looks better than new. Plus, it can be applied to both wet and dry surfaces, making it a real time-saver.

One of Dressle’s most popular uses is finishing engine bays. This is because it makes the process simpler than ever before. Just spray the solution liberally over all the engine bay plastics, metal, rubber, and painted parts, close the bonnet, and let it cure for 4-6 hours. During this time, Dressle will penetrate and rejuvenate trim, coat and dress other parts, and leave the transformation complete. Any excess can be buffed away with a clean microfiber cloth. It truly couldn’t be easier!