If you’re looking for the best leather conditioner for shoes, there are as many products as there are occasions. You can find something that perfectly suits your needs from something as practical and simple as a white leather conditioner or a shoe polish to something more homemade or organic like lemon juice. This post will provide 10 best leather conditioner for shoes you should consider buying.

1. Danner Boot Dressing 

Key Features:

• – Removes water, dirt and mud from your shoes
• – Conditions your leather sole at the same time
• – Extremely easy to use. Just spray and wipe
• – Formulated with natural oils that nourish and rejuvenate your shoe leather.

Product Description:

Danner Boot Dressing is a spray on, wipe off leather care product that will waterproof, condition and recondition your leather boots and shoes. Great for all smooth leather. Simply spray on and wipe dry. The next time it rains, your boots will be dry! Great for people who live in rainy areas, are active in the outdoors or have kids who run through the sprinklers.

Product Information:

Pros:

• – Formulated with natural oils
• – Great for all smooth leathers (not suede)
• – Amazingly durable and efficient. 
• – Can be used on new or old boots, sneakers or shoes and will not harm them
• – Ideal for people who live in rainy areas, are active in the outdoors or have kids who run through the sprinklers
• – It works as a water repellant. Your footwear will dry rapidly after every rain

Cons:

• – Although it repels water, but it doesn’t stop water from entering your shoes when submerged under water.

2. Red Wing Heritage Unisex-Adult All Natural Boot Oil-U 

Key Features:

• – Rejuvenates and restores your worn-out leather boots and shoes
• – Extends the life of your favorite footwear by protecting, conditioning and softening the leather

Product Description:

Red Wing Heritage Boot Oil is a non-toxic all natural leather care product that will help rejuvenate and restore your favorite footwear. The best part about this product is that it’s can be used on new or old boots, shoes or sneakers. It won’t damage them and will stay for a long time.

Product Information:

Pros: 

• – Can be used on new or old boots, shoes or sneakers
• – Prevents and eliminates dry rot, stiff leather, cracked leather, rawhide cracks and split leather
• – Reduces the time required to care for your footwear. 
• – It’s made with all natural ingredients. Product stays natural and organic. 

Cons:

• – It’s a bit pricier compared to other options when bought in bigger quantities. More product is better.

3. Saphir Medaille d’Or Renovator 

Key Features:

• – Helps to renew and improve the leather of your shoe in just one application. It gives a natural shine and softens the leather.
• – It is non-greasy and can be used on the most delicate leathers – suede and nubuck.
• – One application will last up to 6 weeks.

Product Description:

Saphir Medaille d’Or Renovator is an all natural foot care product that contains vegetable oils to soften the leather of your shoes. It’s loaded with nourishing ingredients like jojoba oil, linseed oil, baby oil and olive oil.

Product Information:

Pros:

• – Can be used on the most delicate leathers, such as suede and nubuck.
• – Stays clear and natural even when it gets hot.
• – Siphon pump included – no need to take a screwdriver or other tools to use it 
• – It’s easy to apply 
• – It is easy to wash – just wipe it off with a cloth.
• – Lasts up to 6 weeks 

Cons:

• – Unless you constantly apply it, it will not stay for long when it gets hot.

4. Lexol Leather Conditioner 

Key Features:

• – Protects shoe from wetness and dirt
• – Keeps your shoes natural color and shine
• – Keep the leather soft and supple
• – Has non-greasy, oil free formula for easy application

Product Description:

The Lexol Leather Conditioner is a simple product that is effective at protecting your leather shoes from wetness. It will keep your shoe color and shine natural and it will help keep the leather soft and supple. The conditioner has a non-greasy oil free formula for easy application and it doesn’t leave any sticky residue.

Product Information:

Pros:

• – Price is budget friendly considering its effectiveness
• – Will protect your shoes from wetness and dirt
• – Has a non-greasy oil free formula
• – Keeps the leather soft and supple
• – Doesn’t leave any sticky residue

Cons:

• – Some say the product left white residue on their shoes which may not be visible in pictures but it becomes apparent when you wear the shoe.

5. Fiebing’s Golden Mink Oil Paste

Key Features:

• – The product comes in a sturdy can that is air tight which is great for keeping dirt and moist out.
• – Comes with a brush at the top of the tin so that you can cover larger areas of your shoe easily.

Product Description: 

Fiebing’s Golden Mink Oil Paste is a product that greatly improves the natural shine and color of your shoes. It keeps your shoes soft and supple making it easy for you to wear your shoes all day long without getting tired. The Mink Oil Paste is made from natural mink oil and it is 100% animal free.

Product Information:

Pros:

• – The product comes in a sturdy can the keep the product air tight.
• – Will help make your shoes shine naturally again and will restore color of your shoes. This is great for brown leather shoes.
• – Keeps the leather soft, making it easy for you to wear your shoes all day long without getting tired.
• – Comes with a brush at the top of the tin so that you can cover larger areas of your shoe easily.
• – Has no animal derivatives which is great for vegan leather shoes.

Cons:

• – Some complained about the smell and had to use an airfreshener to get rid of it. The smell isn’t called “mink” for nothing either, it does smell like a barnyard.

6. Howard LC0008 Leather Conditioner (Size: 8-Ounce)

Key Features:

• A water-based formula for softness and suppleness
• Long lasting protection against dryness, cracking, and fading
• Excellent for all leathers from smooth to pebbled
• Natural ingredients like aloe vera, chamomile, sage, rosemary extract and jojoba oil
• Aid in restoring color to faded or darkened leathers.
• Easy application with a soft cloth.

Product Description:

Howard LC0008 Leather Conditioner is a water based formula that works well for 95% of all leathers. It also has natural extracts that help to restore color to faded leathers and also helps them stay soft and smooth. The formula does not contain any oil or petroleum so it won’t leave spots all over your shoes like synthetic products will sometimes do. 

Product Information:

Pros:

• – All natural formula
• – Excellent water beading on smooth leathers.
• – Howard has a good reputation for their products and I have never heard of anything negative about their leather conditioners or the company.
• – Application is easy with a soft cloth and it doesn’t leave any residue behind.   

Cons:

• – It does not work as well on suede leathers. It can still be used for them but you will have to put on a lot more layers and do it more frequently to get good results.   

7. Bickmore Bick 5 Leather Cleaner and Conditioner (Type: Spray, Size: 16oz) 

Key Features:

• – 100% synthetic, which makes it completely safe for the environment and good for you.
• – Clean, condition and protect with a single application.
• – This can be used on new leathers or older leathers that are cracked, dry and faded.
• – Works best for smooth finished leathers with very little in the way of texture.

Product Description:

Bickmore Bick 5 is a 100% synthetic formula and it has the ability to clean, condition and protect with a single application. This is a very easy to use product. It is also very easy to apply with great results that you can see immediately. This works on all types of leather but works best on smooth finished leathers with very little in the way of texture.

Product Information:

Pros:  

• – 100% natural formula without any petroleum products like paraffin or mineral oil.  
• – Safe for the environment because it is biodegradable and non-toxic.
• – Can be used anywhere there is leather, not just on shoes, but on chairs, belts, bags, car seats and other items as well. 
• – It has a good reputation from people who have used it. 
• – Works best on smooth finished leathers with very little texture.
• – Has a nice citrus scent that is natural, not synthetic.

Cons:  

• – It’s more suited for lighter surfaces and finishes than darker ones. 

8. Nikwax Conditioner for Leather Footwear 

Key Features:

• – Water based for easy application and quick drying.
• – Aids in keeping dampness off of leather. 
• – Will not discolor or darken leathers.
• – Recommended for use on all exposed surfaces including shoes, car seats and jackets.  

Product Description: 

Nikwax Conditioner for Leather Footwear is water based and it is recommended that you use it as soon as your shoes get wet from walking, rain or sweat. It will keep dampness off of your leather and help to keep it soft and supple. This can also be used on other leather items such as jackets, car seats and furniture.

Product Information:

Pros:

• – Very easy to apply and dries quickly.
• – This uses high quality ingredients and Nikwax is a very respected company in the field of leather care. 
• – Will not darken or change the color of leather.
• – Works well for all types of leather, not just smooth finished ones.

Cons:

• – If the leather is very dry or cracked then it may take more than one application of this product to see results. 

9. Lexol Conditioner Kit 

Key Features:

• – Designed to treat leather within 3 weeks
• – Contains a selection of conditioning, polish and protectants in a small box
• – Contains numerous uses for your care and maintenance
• – Premium quality leather conditioner and polish kit for shoes, boots, bags etc., made in USA with top quality ingredients
• – Quickly conditions and polishes the leather for beautiful results.

Product Description:

Lexol Conditioner Kit contains a selection of conditioning, polish and protectants in a small box. The kit comes with 3 waxes, 2 cleaners and 5 balms/protectants to help you restore the shine and protection of your shoes and bags. They are made in the USA with top quality ingredients that will leave your leather color-free, shiny clean, protected against staining and extending their life.

Product Information:

Pros:

• – Quickly conditions and polishes the leather for beautiful results.
• – Full 16oz. of products in one little box.
• – This is a great buy as it will save you time and money in the long term.
• – The kit is ideal for saving time for you.
• – It will help them maintain their shoes in a better condition.

Cons:

• – The conditioner cleans up well although you can still see some small traces of it on the leather which needs to be reapplied during week 

10. Griffin Premium Leather Shoe Conditioner 

Key Features:

• – Conditioning Leather Shoe Cream
• – Rejuvenates and nourishes leather while providing a polish
• – Great for all types of leather, including patent leather
• – Contains lanolin, beeswax and mink oil that keep the leather soft and supple and prevent cracking. The cream gives a light shine to the surface of the shoe

Product Description: 

Griffin premium leather shoe conditioner cream is a light non greasy, non sticky formula. It protects, nourishes and revitalises the leathers. It contains lanolin, beeswax and mink oil that keep the leather soft and supple and prevent cracking. The cream gives a light shine to the surface of the shoe while nourishing it at the same time. This cream is recommended for all types of leather, including patent leather.

Product Information:

Pros:

• – Non greasy and non sticky formula eliminating the need for cleaning afterwards.
• – There is no unpleasant smell unlike with other products on the market.
• – It’s quite gentle on shoes.
• – It protects and nourishes the leather at the same time.
• – It gives a light shine to the surface of the shoe.
• – This will be a great gift for people who like to take care of their shoes.

Cons:

• – The Shine may vary from shoe to shoe depending on existing shine level and condition of shoe itself.