How do you restore real leather shoes?

To restore the life inherent to leather items, you’ll want to apply: A leather oil, such as mink oil, to restore the natural shine. A treatment to restore supple softness, like leather conditioner. A wax-based waterproofing agent to protect against future damage.

How do you renew old brown leather shoes?

Use a horsehair shoe brush to remove dust, dirt and other airborne matter. Apply a small amount Cleaner/Conditioner onto a cloth, which will remove stubborn dirt and old polish residue, and also conditions the leather at the same time. Apply a small amount of shoe cream via a cloth and massage it into the leather.

How do you make old black leather shoes look new?

Dust with a soft brush to remove any debris. Apply a little toothpaste to a soft cloth. Gently rub the toothpaste onto your shoe to remove scuffs. Sprinkle baking soda onto your shoe to remove any grease or oil marks.

Can you make old leather look new again?

Put 2-3 tablespoons of baking soda into the bowl and soak a soft cloth in it. You can then use the cloth to gently rub any leather items that have scuffs or stains. To avoid pushing the stains in further, move the cloth in light, circular motions. Over time, you should start to see the marks disappear.