A. Yes, it is normal to see some colour transfer when applying our Leather Protection Cream after applying the Balm. You should wait 24 hours before applying the Protection Cream to limit this. It is also recommended to apply the Protection Cream lightly; this again will limit the colour transfer.

There are a variety of leather cleaners, including spray, liquid, balm, and wipes. Debbie Sardone, the owner of Speedcleaning.com, says, “The best choice depends on where and how you want to use the cleaner.” Clean the leather first before applying the Balm. For best results, use our Leather Cleaner - This is because it deep cleans the leather to remove all dirt, but also opens up the pores of the leather so the Leather Balm will take to the leather in a better fashion. Applying the Leather Balm Sneakers also fare better if they’ve been waterproofed first. Eugene Cheng, the founder of Sneaker Laundry, a maintenance service available in Melbourne and Sydney, says sneakers that have been protected with a spray are much easier to clean because “the spray forms a barrier between the materials on your shoe and what you’re about to drop on it”. Rest and rejuvenationThe sponge included with the balm makes it easy and convenient to touch-up leather items like briefcases or wallets. After applying the balm, simply let it soak into the leather until it dries. Then, wipe off any remaining product. Keep in mind that this balm is made to restore or condition leather, so if you have dirt or stains, you may want to mix up a DIY cleaner before applying.

If your leather items have seen better days, consider trying Chamberlain’s Leather Milk Healing Balm. It comes in an easy-to-use balm form, which keeps your cleaning routine from getting overly messy, as liquids or sprays can be. Genuine leather has an advantage in the sense that there are more cleaning products labeled specifically for leather available at the store and online,” explains Sardone.

Are There Any Leather Types That It Is Not Suitable For?

The disposable wipes produce waste, plus you’ll need to buff leather goods with a clean cloth after using the wipe. The main purpose of the Balm is to restore the colour though so, if you are looking to condition your leather, we recommend using our Leather Protection Cream, as this is one of its main purposes.