Chanel Lambskin - how do I clean it/care for it?

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I just recently noticed that my chanel has some peeling in the edge, its vintage so it wont be a surprise.. but i really love this bag and im still reaching for it until now.. any advise ladies and what could be the possible cause? Thank you!
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Hello hello! Can anyone recommend a good leather care specialist in Sydney? I'd like to have my bag cleaned and conditioned as the lambskin has become a little dull after getting a little wet in the rain the other day.
I went to Chanel in Westfield Sydney to ask only to have two of their SA's say to me that they "don't clean their bags and it would never need conditioning." She specifically said to me, "if want your chanel to stay in good condition than don't use it" ... my reaction was kinda WTF.. I've spent thousands on this bag and you're telling me not to use it? A litle absurd. Suffice to say, they were no help.

Chanel service in Australia can be quite 'interesting' at the best of times - don't let it get to you! I use Collonil Nano Cream and it's restored my mini beautifully. A small amount went a long way - it's German made and the brand has been around forever. At $11 a tube, it really did the trick... black lambskin mini looks shiny and fresh again! You can buy it online - just visit their website. I did it myself because I feel confident to but completely understand if you prefer a leather specialist!
 
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is it safe to use apple guard leather moisturizer on my vintage chanel flap? thank you!
Apple Brand has really good leather cleaners, conditioners and protectors (rain/stain repellent). I haven't used their leather conditioner on my vintage Chanel, but I wouldn't be afraid to test it on a small hidden portion of the lambskin leather. If you like the result, then you could use it on the entire bag. I decided to use Cadillac Boot & Shoe Care instead to clean and moisturize the lambskin on my vintage Chanel, as it was recommended by numerous Purse Forum members and also the Chanel boutique. It's really good because in one step I was able to clean and condition my bag to a soft, supple feel.
 
Apple Brand has really good leather cleaners, conditioners and protectors (rain/stain repellent). I haven't used their leather conditioner on my vintage Chanel, but I wouldn't be afraid to test it on a small hidden portion of the lambskin leather. If you like the result, then you could use it on the entire bag. I decided to use Cadillac Boot & Shoe Care instead to clean and moisturize the lambskin on my vintage Chanel, as it was recommended by numerous Purse Forum members and also the Chanel boutique. It's really good because in one step I was able to clean and condition my bag to a soft, supple feel.
+1 I was recommended to use Cadillac from my two SA at Chanel . So far so good.
 
Hi, hope everyone is doing well. This is my first post, but I'm certainly not new to tpf. Have been quietly reading tpf for 1year. I have a problem n hope someone could help me.
Just today i took out my vintage lambskin diana flap (serial number start with 3) n found that 2 of the quilts have some "rough" texture.. I dont remb ever mishandling my bag.. N hav been storing it carefully.
Anyway, what culd have been the cause of this n is there any remedy to this?
 

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Hi, hope everyone is doing well. This is my first post, but I'm certainly not new to tpf. Have been quietly reading tpf for 1year. I have a problem n hope someone could help me.
Just today i took out my vintage lambskin diana flap (serial number start with 3) n found that 2 of the quilts have some "rough" texture.. I dont remb ever mishandling my bag.. N hav been storing it carefully.
Anyway, what culd have been the cause of this n is there any remedy to this?
Do you have any pictures or can you expand on your meaning of "rough" texture?
 
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