I didn't realize the finish when dry is a bit shiny althoygh I don't mind it too much. I used it on the cork on my favorite wedges that tend to get blue stains from my jeans. I also tried using it on sandals that have a cork footbed, however, this doesn't seem to have been a good idea so far. They feel a bit tacky even though they are fully dry. Perfect for the cork sides on Birkenstocks but not sure if I'll use it again for my other shoes with cork.