How to Clean and Care for Genuine Leather Shoes – The Complete Guide
Genuine leather is a fantastic material: durable, exclusive, flexible and beautiful. But for leather shoes to stay soft, shiny and resistant for many years, they require regular care with the right products.
In this guide, we show you exactly how to clean, care for and impregnate your leather shoes – with Sneakers Leather Cleaner as the cleaner and Natural Leather Balm as the perfect final protection.
Why does genuine leather require special care?
Leather is a natural material that over time can:
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Dry out
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Become rigid
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Few cracks
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Losing color and shine
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Absorb sweat and dirt
That's why it's important to clean and care for leather regularly to keep it supple and protected. The right products can even significantly extend the life of your shoes.
Products you need
For optimal cleaning and care, we recommend:
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Sneakers Leather Cleaner – for the actual cleaning
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Natural Leather Conditioner – for care, color renewal and impregnation
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2 mushrooms – one for each product (do not share!)
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Damp microfiber cloth – for wiping away soap residue
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Shoe tree – to maintain shape during cleaning and drying
Step-by-step: How to clean genuine leather shoes
1. Put shoe trees in the shoes
Shoe tree helps to:
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Keep the shape of the shoe
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Smooth folds
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Make cleaning easier
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Prevent wrinkles in the leather
A must-have for real leather.
2. Remove dust and surface dirt
Start by wiping the shoes with a damp microfiber cloth .
This removes loose dirt and makes cleaning more effective.
The cloth should be damp , not wet – too much water can damage the leather.
3. Clean the leather with Sneakers Leather Cleaner
Sneakers Leather Cleaner is a Danish handmade natural product that cleans and cares for smooth surfaces gently and effectively. Perfect for all types of smooth leather.
How to do it:
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Lightly dampen a sponge – it should not drip.
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Add a little Sneakers Leather Cleaner to the sponge.
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Lather the product in gentle, circular motions over the entire shoe.
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Wipe off the excess foam with a damp microfiber cloth .
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Repeat the process if there are deep stains.
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Let the shoes air dry – never on a radiator or in sunlight.
Now your leather shoes are clean, matte and ready for care.
4. Care, protect and impregnate with Natural Leather Balm
After cleaning, it is important to provide the leather with moisture, nourishment and protection.
Here , Natur Leather Balm is a completely unique product:
What does Natural Leather Conditioner do?
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Caregiver
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Protector
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Impregnates
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Renews the color
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Leaves a beautiful finish
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Dries quickly and does not require polishing
It is made from 100% natural ingredients:
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Beeswax
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Coconut fat
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Lanolin
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Vegetable oils
How to use it:
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Use a clean sponge that is only used for conditioner.
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Take a small amount – the product is very thick.
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Apply in thin layers in circular motions.
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Let the conditioner penetrate.
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No post-polishing necessary.
Stop when the leather no longer absorbs.
The result is soft, supple, protected and color-renewed leather shoes.
5. Let the shoes rest and dry
Let the leather absorb the conditioner well for 10–20 minutes.
The shoe tree must remain in place to maintain its shape.
After the resting time, the shoes are ready for use.
How often should you care for leather shoes?
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Light use: Every 3–4 weeks
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Daily use: Every 1–2 weeks
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Harsh weather (rain, salt, winter): Weekly
Frequent care extends the lifespan and keeps the leather supple and strong.
Summary: The perfect care routine for genuine leather
To keep your leather shoes beautiful and healthy, you need:
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Sneakers Leather Cleaner – for cleaning
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Natural Leather Conditioner – for care and impregnation
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Damp microfiber cloth – for wiping off foam
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2 sponges – one for each product
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Shoe tree – for shape and proper drying
This routine ensures that your leather shoes:
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Lasts longer
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Looks better
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Staying agile
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Protected against water and salt
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Preserves color and shine
