Apart from high heels, girls’ favorite item is undoubtedly a bag. In order to reward their years of hard work, many girls will spend a lot of money to buy high-end leather bags, but if these leather bags are not cleaned and maintained, and stored improperly, they can easily become wrinkled and moldy. In fact, cleaning and maintenance of genuine leather bags is not difficult at all. As long as you are diligent and use the right method, your beloved high-end brand bag can be beautiful and unchanged. Now the editor will teach you some simple cleaning and maintenance methods for genuine leather bags.
1. When the storage and non-squeeze
is not used, it is best to store it in a cotton bag. If there is no suitable cloth bag, the old pillowcase is actually very suitable. Never put it in a plastic bag, because the air in the plastic bag does not circulate, which will cause the skin to be too dry and damage. It is also best to stuff some fabric, small pillows or white paper into the bag to maintain the shape of the bag.
Here are a few points to note: First, do not stack the bags; second, the cabinet used to store leather products must be kept ventilated, but desiccant can be placed in the cabinet; third, the leather bags that are not used must be fixed for a period of time to take them out and oil and maintain and air-dry them, so as to extend the service life.
2. Clean the skin regularly every week and has strong absorption capacity, and some even see the pores. It is best to clean and maintain it every week to prevent stains from occurring. Use soft fabric and wrinkle it dry. Wipe the leather bag repeatedly, then wipe it with a dry cloth, and place it in a ventilated place to dry. It is worth noting that genuine leather bags are most likely to be exposed to water. If they carry them out on rainy days, if they are exposed to rain or are accidentally sprinkled with water, remember to dry them with a dry cloth immediately and do not blow with a hair dryer.
In addition, you can also use a clean soft cloth to dip it in a little Vaseline (or special maintenance oil for leather) every month to wipe the surface of the bag to maintain a good "skin texture" on the surface to avoid cracking, and at the same time it can have a basic waterproof effect. Remember to let it sit for about 30 minutes after the wipe is completed. It should be noted that you should not apply too much Vaseline or maintenance oil to avoid blocking the pores of the skin and making it impermeable.
3. If the stain appears, remove immediately if the leather bag is accidentally stained with stains, you can use a cotton pad to dip some makeup remover and gently wipe the dirt to avoid excessive force and leaving traces. As for the metal accessories on the bag, if there is a slight oxidation, you can wipe it with a silver or copper oil cloth.
If you find that the leather products are moldy, if the situation is not serious, you can first wipe off the mold on the surface with a dry cloth, then spray 75% medicinal alcohol on another clean soft cloth, wipe the entire leather, and after ventilation and drying, apply a thin layer of Vaseline or maintenance oil to prevent the mold from growing again. If mold spots still exist after wiping the surface with a dry cloth, it means that the mold mycelium has been deeply planted into the skin. It is recommended to send the leather products to a professional leather maintenance store for treatment.
4. When scratches occur, you can use the fingertips to push and wipe them slowly and gently until the scratches fade along the oil on the skin. If the scratches are still obvious, it is recommended to send the leather products to a professional leather maintenance store for treatment. In case it fades due to scratches, you can first wipe the faded block with a dry cloth, then dip the sponge with an appropriate amount of skin repair cream, apply evenly to a flawed area, let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes, and finally wipe the block repeatedly with a clean cotton cloth.
5. Control humidity
If the budget is sufficient, use an electronic moisture-proof box to store genuine leather products, the effect will be better than that of ordinary cabinets. Controlling the humidity of the electronic moisture-proof box to a relative humidity of about 50% can keep the leather products in a dry environment without being too dry. If there is no moisture-proof box at home, you can use a dehumidifier to dehumidify to avoid excessive humidity at home.
6. Avoid contact with rough and sharp objects. The leather bag should be kept soft and comfortable, and do not overload the object, and avoid friction with rough and sharp objects and damage. In addition, it is also avoided to burn out under the scorching sun, roast or squeeze in fire, do not approach flammable products, do not get damp or close to acidic items, etc.
3 major maintenance focus
1. Moisture-proof
The most feared by moisture and mold. Once mold occurs, it means that the cortical tissue changes and permanently leaves stains, damaging the bag. If the bag becomes moldy, wipe the surface with a wet cloth. But if it continues to be stored in a humid environment, the bag will still become moldy again soon after.
Bao bags should be stored as far away from moisture, such as near the toilet. Simple moisture-proof methods include purchasing moisture-proofing agents, or wiping the bag frequently with a soft cloth to let the bag blow air and breathe.
bags should be stored in a ventilated place, and the ideal method is to store them in an air-conditioned room. Do not wipe the bag with a wet tissue or a damp cloth, as the skin is most likely to avoid moisture and alcohol.
2. Store
Do not put the bag in the original box. After use, use a dust bag to avoid oxidation of the skin color.
To prevent dust or deformation, she suggested wrapping the newspaper with white cotton paper and stuffing it into the bag to prevent the bag from deforming without using it, and to prevent the newspaper from contaminating the bag. She reminds not to stuff small pillows or toys into her bag, as it will only promote mold production.
3. Use and Care
To extend the service life of the bag, you must pay attention to regular maintenance and regularly wipe and maintain with special maintenance oils for different leather. In addition, you should also pay attention to the following usage and care tips:
★ Use the purchased leather bag frequently.
★ Clean frequently and moisturize the bag regularly.
★ Pay attention to whether the bag is moldy and make sure to store the bag in a ventilated place.
In summary, as long as you use the leather bag carefully, be careful not to be scratched, rained, or contaminated by stains, are all basic common sense for maintaining the leather bag..
Prevention is better than treatment. Diligent in maintaining the leather bag can not only prevent the leather bag from being dirty, damp and moldy, otherwise, there is no way to remove the dirty bag after it is contaminated for too long. If you are not sure about the maintenance of the leather bag, you might as well send the leather bag to a professional leather care center for thorough cleaning and repair, which is both worry-free and labor-saving.
What should I do if my skin bag is exposed to water?
The most taboo for leather bags is to touch water. If you accidentally touch water, first use a clean cloth to gently wipe the water dry, and then place it in a ventilated place to dry. Remember, don’t take it to the sun just to get fast. High temperature exposure will only cause the bag to oxidize and fade, the skin will become hard and easy to crack.
In addition, do not let the bag directly contact the sun or approach any heating body. You can use an electric fan to blow dry the bag, but remember to adjust it to the "cold air" mode; because the hot air will make the bag drier and shrink, and damage the quality and style of the bag.