How to care for and clean leather gloves

Quality leather gloves can stay with you for many years, provided you give them a minimum of care. Here are the simple steps we recommend.

Condition the leather to keep it supple

Over time, with cold and use, leather can dry out and lose its suppleness. Once or twice a season, apply a small amount of leather conditioner containing natural oils (or, failing that, a baby moisturising cream) with a soft cloth. Let it dry, then buff: your gloves regain their suppleness and shine.

Clean everyday dirt

Skin oils, dust and pollution eventually mark the leather, especially on light shades. For gentle cleaning:

1. Apply a little mild soap, ideally glycerine soap, to a clean, damp cloth.
2. Gently rub the area, then rinse with a second, slightly damp cloth.
3. Wear your gloves while they dry so that they keep their shape.
4. Then condition the leather with a dedicated leather lotion.

Good to know: some shades such as hazelnut or brown naturally develop a beautiful patina over time.

Remove a grease stain

Oil, butter, make-up: you need to act fast. Generously sprinkle the stain with Fuller's earth, a highly absorbent natural clay. Rub gently, leave it to work for several hours (ideally overnight), then remove the powder. Repeat if necessary.

Suede, velour or nubuck gloves

Reversed or suede leathers, such as those in our Sport line, are cared for with a clean crepe brush, used gently. Fuller's earth also works very well on these leathers for grease stains.

What if a glove loses colour?

Unlined gloves in bright colours, such as some driving gloves, are dyed through. In extreme conditions (heat, humidity, perspiration), a little colour may transfer to the skin. This is rare and harmless: a little soap and water is enough.

Store your gloves properly

Store your gloves flat, away from direct heat and humidity. Never dry them on a radiator: the leather would harden. Find all these tips on our care advice page.