Is there something I can spray on my plants to clean the leaves and give them moisture?

I used to work in a flower shop and the woman that cared for the plants used some kind of formula that she sprayed on the plants, then she wiped them off with a soft cloth. This substance had some kind of oil (I think) in it because it was a little slick on the leaves. I assume it was for moisture and shine. Just a guess. Does anyone know what I am talking about?

Is there something I can spray on my plants to clean the leaves and give them moisture?
Yes, I know what you are talking about. I've seen those kind of sprays at the fair, etc... But they usually are spraying waxy leafed plants. Your real best bet is to just use water in a spray bottle, and lightly wipe them off with a cloth or paper towel. If you want your leaves to be shiny, you gotta have a waxy leafed plant, magnolia, rubber tree, gardenias, etc...
Reply:Put some mayonnaise on a paper towel and polish the leaves.
Reply:Leaves do not take in moisture, only roots do this. Clean your leaves with ordinary water to remove dust. Often putting an oil slick on the leaves will stop the natural breathing of the plant. Its job is to give off carbon dioxide and excess moisture. If you oil the leaves, it will prevent this process. I just use regular water in a spray bottle and clean the leaves with a paper towel.
Reply:Miracle Whip is what I have used before too. It does a great job.
Reply:A male dog does a good job.lol
Reply:There are many products on the market but the one I use is 'milk'. You can use it straight out of the cow (or carton but not as much fun), just wet a paper towel and clean or mix with water in a sprayer, mist and wipe. The milk fat acts as a polish, the proteins act as a foilar feeding and the water raises the humidity. This is an old "Hint from Heloise" and I've been using it for 40 yrs. with great success. RScott