Patent Leather Care: Collonil Lack Polish

[melwhy]

I just wanted to share one of my favourite products for handbag care. This Lack Polish from Collonil has been amazing to shine up patent leather, new and vintage alike.

There is a sponge applicator under the cap of the bottle and you just use that to apply the lotion to the patent leather. Let it sit for a moment, and then buff with a microfibre cloth to bring up the shine.

Mandatory disclaimer: this has worked very well for me, but all leathers are different and it’s recommended to test on a hidden part of the leather first to see how it reacts before proceeding with the whole thing.

Here’s a photo of part of my Gucci gang (with Dolce & Gabbana and Ferragamo tagging along) after being polished up, and a close up of the product bottle.

 

[stacy_natalie]

How often do you recommend using this on patent leather goods?

 

[melwhy]

How often do you recommend using this on patent leather goods?

For handbags I already own, I do it part of regular maintenance or if the patent is looking starting to a little dull. Doesn’t need to be done super often, I check them every few months to see if they need any care.

If I get a new preloved piece (I like buying vintage), I’ll give it a good first initial clean and polish when I receive it. Then just regular maintenance as needed.

 

[caruava]

I've used this on shoes for years. It's a great product. My first pair of designer shoes (black patent) from ~2005 still look brand new.

I use other Collonil products too.

 

[naomin]

Good to know about!

 

[Statchmore]

I never knew there was something just for patent leather. Thanks for sharing!

 

[Berengeria]

Do you think this would work to reshine vinyl/rubber as well? I have the rubber gucci slides and there's a dull spot that bugs me. I'm wondering if this product might work to put the shine back on, or if it would just slide off.