Leather Cream
From $17
Softens and feeds leather so boots, bags, and saddles stay supple for the long haul.
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Renew the leather you love.
Boots you’ve broken in, a saddle with real miles, a bag that goes everywhere — leather like that is worth keeping. Leather Cream feeds the grain and keeps it soft, so it wears in instead of wearing out.
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Which one do I need?
| Product | What it’s for | Finish / result | Reapply | From |
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| Leather Cream | Leather that’s dry, dull, or stiffening up | Soft and supple, natural finish | Every 3–6 months, sooner if it looks dry | $17 |
| Beeswax Waterproofing | Gear that lives outside in the weather | Water beads off, leather still breathes | Start of each season | $17 |
Leather Restoration & Reconditioning
Our signature Leather Care products
Leather Cream
$17
One jar, most leather problems. Beeswax and oils feed the grain instead of coating it, so the leather stays breathable and keeps its own character. A can lasts years — customers write in about nine-year-old tins still working.
6 oz for shoes and boots · pints for saddles and tack · half-gallon and gallon for a workshop
Beeswax Waterproofing
$17
Beeswax barrier for leather that sees weather — work boots, jackets, outdoor gear. Water beads off, and the leather still breathes.
6 oz. Start of each season.
Tools for the job
Applicator brushes and pads
These are the tools we use because of their high quality, durability, and ease of application.
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Ball and bullet brushes together for seams, stitching, and fine edges.
- Detail
- Brush set
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Soft oval brush for cream and finish — the one most folks keep within reach.
- Cream
- Finish
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Rounded tip for curves, seams, and tight spots on leather and wood.
- Curves
- Detail
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Soft pads for working cream into leather without scratching the grain.
- Leather cream
- Buff
Leather remembers how it was treated.
Doing it right
Leather restoration is easy with Skidmore’s.
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Clean
Get the dirt off first. Warm water and a cloth is usually enough — conditioner over grit just works the grit in.
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Apply
Fingers or a brush, thin and even. Warm leather takes it better than cold. Let it sit long enough to soak in.
3
Buff
Wipe back the excess with a dry cloth. If it feels tacky, there’s too much on — buff it out and it’ll settle.
Out in the world
What people use it on
From the mailbag
What people wrote in
I bought this cream as a last resort for two leather couches I had that were scratched and ugly and a mess!! Used it and I am amazed!! Both look gorgeous! The scratches are mostly gone, leather is soft and supple again!!
Tammy · Two leather couches
I recently finished rebuilding what was probably the stiffest, most dried out saddle I’ve ever done, maybe 100 to 110 years old. … Had to apply 3 liberal coats but the result is amazing…soft, pliable, with a nice soft dark brown color.
Mike F. · Highlands Ranch, CO · Antique saddle restoration
I have been using Skidmore’s Leather Cream on my Schott Perfecto jacket and all my boots, belts and gloves since 2012. … The last bit of cream at the bottom of it is as fresh and as potent as it was 9 years ago.
Elan S. · Schott Perfecto jacket, 9 years
Handmade in Port Townsend, Washington.
Questions about the leather line
What makes Skidmore's Leather Cream different from other conditioners?
Our formulas use natural oils and beeswax. We do not use any animal oils/fats in any of our products. Our unique blend of ingredients works magic on leather — bringing dry leather back to life.
How often should I apply Leather Cream?
Every 3–6 months for everyday items. Boots and gear out in the weather want lighter coats more often; leather furniture can go a year. If the leather looks dry, it is time.
Can I use Skidmore's Leather Cream on all leather types?
Yes — dang near all leathers. Open grain and light leather darken more. Test a hidden spot on exotic, white, or delicate finishes. Suede and rough-out darken and mat down.
Is the same cream okay for boots and bags?
Yes. Leather Cream works the same way on boots, saddles, jackets, and bags — feed the grain, buff it back, let it do the work.
Will it darken my leather?
On most finished leather, barely. On light or open-grain leather, noticeably. Suede and rough-out darken a lot and mat down. Test a small hidden spot first if you're not sure.
Which size should I order?
6 oz for shoes and boots. Pints for saddles and tack. Half-gallon and gallon for workshops, saddleries, and fleet maintenance. Liquid Beeswax Woodfinish and Sealer cover about 500 sq ft per gallon.
Exceptionally Low VOC
Locally Made / Small Batches
Over 40 Years Experience
From the hive to the workshop
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