Your No-Nonsense Jab Jab Survival Kit (Straight From Someone Who’s Been Baptized in Oil)

If you’ve ever asked “What do I need for Jab Jab in Grenada?” — you’re in the right place.

I did it. Survived the oil, the madness, the magic. And trust me, there’s no cute way to play Jab. It’s grime, tradition, and full-body freedom.

So here’s your guide. No fluff. Just the must-haves to survive and thrive.

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👹 What Even Is Jab Jab?

Jab Jab is not a paint party. It’s a Grenadian tradition. Jab is short for “diable” (devil in French) — think horns, chains, old oil, and ancestral power. People show up covered in black oil, wearing horns, ropes, or whatever feels chaotic enough.

This isn’t your usual J’ouvert. It’s raw. It’s deep. It’s Grenada.

🛠️ Jab Jab Gear Checklist (All Found in Our Amazon Store)

👓 Protective Goggles – You're getting oil everywhere. Save your eyes.

🦴 Horn Helmet – Not just for show. It’s a nod to tradition — and yes, it looks badass.

📱 Waterproof Phone Case & Zip Bags – Oil will get on, in, and around everything. Protect your stuff or leave it home.

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🧼 Special Rags + Wipes – You’ll need a real strategy to get clean after. Hotel towels won’t cut it.

👟 Old Sneakers or Jab Shoes – You won’t want to wear them again. Trust me. Cheap, durable, and tossable is the move.

💺 Car Seat Covers – For the ride back. Oil will not be welcome in anyone’s rental.

🫴🏽 Thigh Pack – You’ll need your ID, a few bills, and your hotel key. You do not want to be digging through a bag with oily hands.

🩳 Dark clothes – Nothing you care about. Jab will destroy your fit. That’s part of the fun.

🧴 Coconut Oil (optional pre-layer) – Some swear it helps prevent the Jab oil from sticking. I tried it. Meh. Can’t hurt.

💥 Pro tip: Whatever you wear, prepare to part ways with it.

🧽 How to Get Clean After Jab Jab

We made a video on this — you’ll find it below. (Video credit: insert name here if needed.)

It’s a full wipe-down and scrub operation. Start with the special rags from our Amazon store. Don’t ruin hotel towels — you will be charged.

Then: scrub, rinse, repeat. Multiple times. Body wash and oil don’t play nice. Give yourself time to detox before touching anything white.

🧽 How to Get Clean After Jab Jab

👀 Wanna See the Gear in Action?

We added a photo gallery below of Jab Jab looks + the gear that actually works.

Scroll, shop, prep.

Disclaimer:As an Amazon Associate, we may earn from qualifying purchases. All recommendations are based on real experience and pain. The oil owes us nothing.

Ready for Jab?Don’t say we didn’t warn you.