how to get rid of stickiness on handles :(

[hrhsunshine]

any updates?
I can feel that my anthra Work handles are becoming sticky now.. being in the Tropic, can't be avoided. Don't think I'll purchase any Apple Leather cleaner, the shipping cost is too high even for a single item - I can send for professional cleaning with that price.
I'd like to try some home remedies if there's any, it's difficult for me to send my bags away for weeks and parting with them and not sure if they're in the safe hands :wondering

The Apple Cleaner worked very well for me on lightly sticky handles. Is it really that expensive to get a bottle shipped to you?

 

[S_Windsor]

I'm new to searching for older Balenciagas and I'm seeing the terms "warmed" and "sticky" a lot. What does "warming" mean and what causes this "stickiness"?

 

[Conni618]

"Warmed" is a euphemism for "darkened." You can treat your handles before they get dark with LovingMyBag's "For Handles Only," or even easier, they can be sprayed with AppleGuard's Rain & Stain Protector."

Sticky is just sticky. Very unpleasant. I've been able to get rid of stickiness with a good leather cleaner. Some colors with darkened handles seem to respond to a good cleaner, but others are impossible without professional handle restoration.