Leather Expert Leather Aniline Cream is a care cream made specifically for aniline and semi-aniline leather: open, unpigmented natural leather. The cream builds a protective layer and feeds the leather without greasing it. You first check with a water drop whether you really have aniline leather, clean gently and apply the cream thinly in layers. You will find the Leather Expert Leather Aniline Cream in the shop.
Why aniline leather needs separate care
Aniline leather has no closed, pigmented top layer. It is dyed with transparent colour, so the natural grain stays visible and the leather feels very soft. That openness is also its weakness: aniline leather absorbs moisture and dirt directly, because there is no protective layer over it. Regular care for pigmented leather does not suit it well. The Aniline Cream is made to soak into this open leather, feed it and build a protective layer without leaving a greasy film.
Recognise aniline leather with the water-drop test: place a drop of water on the leather. If it soaks in almost immediately and the leather darkens, it is aniline. If the drop stays on top, you have pigmented leather and choose a regular Leather Expert Leather Conditioner. You will find more leather cleaners and care in the leather cleaning and care category.
How to use it
Do the water-drop test. Confirm you have aniline or semi-aniline leather before you start.
Clean gently. First clean used leather carefully with a mild leather cleaner and let it dry.
Apply thinly. Apply the cream in a thin, even layer with a soft cloth or sponge.
For new leather: three layers. On new or freshly cleaned leather build up about three thin layers and let each layer soak in.
Which leather it suits
Leather Expert makes the Aniline Cream specifically for aniline and semi-aniline leather. For pigmented smooth leather you choose a regular leather conditioner, and for suede and nubuck you use neither. If you are unsure of the type, do the water-drop test or test on a hidden spot first.
Tips for the best result
Build up in thin layers. Aniline leather takes up thin layers better than one thick layer at once.
Work without patches. Always treat the whole panel so you avoid dark edges or rings.
Be careful when cleaning. Aniline leather is sensitive; use a mild cleaner and not too much moisture.
Feed regularly. Because there is no protective layer over it, aniline leather benefits from steady care.
Aniline leather stays beautiful with regular, gentle care and quick action on spills. The complete picture of cleaning, conditioning and repairing is in the guide cleaning, conditioning and repairing leather.