How to Take Care of Your Hermès Bag

You can carefully clean the interior and exterior of your bag from home. Before executing any actions, we highly recommend you familiarize yourself with the origin of your Hermès bag’s leather – what does it need, is it particularly delicate? u003ca href=u0022https://saclab.com/the-luxe-array-of-hermes-leathers/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eRead our guide on Hermès leathersu003c/au003e for a detailed overview.

The safest way to pamper classic Hermès leathers – like grained Togo, embossed Epsom or soft Swift – is using a dry microfiber cloth to gently wipe the bag’s outside and inside. For more persistent dirt, you can try a commercial yet mild leather cleanser at your own risk. At SACLÀB, we have created our own u003ca href=u0022https://saclab.com/bags/leather-bag-care-kit/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noopeneru0022u003eBag Care Kitu003c/au003e to gently clean, hydrate and protect your Hermès bag’s leather. Always try it on an inconspicuous corner first and see if the leather reacts to the product.rnu003ch4u003eDOs:u003c/h4u003ernu003culu003ern tu003cliu003eUse a dry u003ca href=u0022https://www.amazon.de/HEYNNA-Mikrofasert%C3%BCcher-Reinigung-Haushalt-K%C3%BCche/dp/B07FDVC1M2/ref=sr_1_4?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91u0026amp;keywords=lint-free+clothu0026amp;qid=1577086960u0026amp;sr=8-4u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eLINT-FREE MICROFIBER CLOTHu003c/au003e to remove minor dirt.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eFor the occasional round-up cleaning, apply the u003ca href=u0022https://saclab.com/bags/leather-bag-care-kit/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noopeneru0022u003eRestoring Leather Cleanseru003c/au003e with a damp sponge. Carefully clean your bag’s surface in circular movements. Remove residuals from the leather with a soft microfibre cloth after.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eUse the u003ca href=u0022https://saclab.com/bags/leather-bag-care-kit/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noopeneru0022u003eProtecting Balmu003c/au003e as a leather conditioner. Apply it using a sponge or soft cloth. Wipe off excess product and gently polish.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eUse a microfibre cloth to remove any loose dirt or dust from the hardware and a u003ca href=u0022https://www.amazon.de/Rotmarderpinsel-K%C3%BCnstlerpinsel-Pinsel-Set-Aquarell-Watercolor/dp/B06XXXFSTM/ref=sr_1_30?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91u0026amp;keywords=weicher+malpinselu0026amp;qid=1577087217u0026amp;sr=8-30u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eSOFT BRUSHu003c/au003e for hard-to-reach cracks.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eAlways let your Hermès bag dry naturally, and keep it away from direct influences of sunlight or heat (radiators, blow dryers and such).u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003ch4u003eDON’Ts:u003c/h4u003ernu003culu003ern tu003cliu003eAvoid oily, alcohol- or perfume-based products.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eAvoid scratching, especially on very smooth leathers like Box or Swift.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e

u003c!u002du002d wp:paragraph u002du002du003ernrnVeau Doblis is a very sought-after and rare suede leather used by Hermès artisans. The sensitive surface demands extra care as colour transfer and external influences can damage it irreversibly. To keep it in shape longterm, Veau Doblis requires expert care.rnrnu003c!u002du002d /wp:paragraph u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:heading {u0022levelu0022:4} u002du002du003ernu003ch4u003eDOs:u003c/h4u003ernu003c!u002du002d /wp:heading u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list u002du002du003ernu003culu003ern tu003cliu003eUse a u003ca href=u0022https://www.amazon.de/-/en/PREMYO-Suede-Brush-Brass-Cleaning/dp/B06ZY294MM/ref=sr_1_20?dchild=1u0026amp;keywords=wildleder+b%C3%BCrsteu0026amp;qid=1603289112u0026amp;sr=8-20u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003esuede brushu003c/au003e for occasional grooming, to remove dirt and to restore the natural suede texture.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eUse a microfiber cloth to remove any loose dirt or dust from the hardware and a u003ca href=u0022https://www.amazon.de/Rotmarderpinsel-K%C3%BCnstlerpinsel-Pinsel-Set-Aquarell-Watercolor/dp/B06XXXFSTM/ref=sr_1_30?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91u0026amp;keywords=weicher+malpinselu0026amp;qid=1577087217u0026amp;sr=8-30u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eSOFT BRUSHu003c/au003e for hard-to-reach cracks.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eHand it in for a professional bag spa treatment every 1-2 years.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003c!u002du002d /wp:list u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:heading {u0022levelu0022:4} u002du002du003ernu003ch4u003eDON’Ts:u003c/h4u003ernu003c!u002du002d /wp:heading u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list u002du002du003ernu003culu003ern tu003cliu003eAvoid oily, alcohol- or perfume-based products.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eAvoid rubbing against dark, raw or embellished clothing.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eKeep away from water.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003c!u002du002d /wp:list u002du002du003e

u003c!u002du002d wp:paragraph u002du002du003ernrnYou should always seek expert help when it comes to caring for your exotic Hermès bag. Exotic skins can dry out over time without proper nourishment, especially Lizard scales tend to crack. To find out more about Hermès’ precious skins, read our u003ca href=u0022https://saclab.com/the-exotics-guide/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eExotics Guideu003c/au003e.rnrnu003c!u002du002d /wp:paragraph u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:heading {u0022levelu0022:4} u002du002du003ernu003ch4u003eDOs:u003c/h4u003ernu003c!u002du002d /wp:heading u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list u002du002du003ernu003culu003ern tu003cliu003eUse a dry u003ca href=u0022https://www.amazon.de/HEYNNA-Mikrofasert%C3%BCcher-Reinigung-Haushalt-K%C3%BCche/dp/B07FDVC1M2/ref=sr_1_4?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91u0026amp;keywords=lint-free+clothu0026amp;qid=1577086960u0026amp;sr=8-4u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eLINT-FREE MICROFIBER CLOTHu003c/au003e for occasional grooming, always in the natural direction of the scales (especially for Lizard).u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eUse a microfiber cloth to remove any loose dirt or dust from the hardware and a u003ca href=u0022https://www.amazon.de/Rotmarderpinsel-K%C3%BCnstlerpinsel-Pinsel-Set-Aquarell-Watercolor/dp/B06XXXFSTM/ref=sr_1_30?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91u0026amp;keywords=weicher+malpinselu0026amp;qid=1577087217u0026amp;sr=8-30u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eSOFT BRUSHu003c/au003e for hard-to-reach cracks.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eHand your bag in for a bag spa treatment every 1-2 years.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003c!u002du002d /wp:list u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:heading {u0022levelu0022:4} u002du002du003ernu003ch4u003eDON’Ts:u003c/h4u003ernu003c!u002du002d /wp:heading u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list u002du002du003ernu003culu003ern tu003cliu003eAvoid oily, alcohol- or perfume-based products.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eAvoid rubbing against dark, raw or embellished clothing.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eKeep away from water.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003c!u002du002d /wp:list u002du002du003e

u003c!u002du002d wp:paragraph u002du002du003ernrnWe recommend not to wear your Hermès bag every single day. As an organic material, leather needs time to rest, to breathe and to recover from environmental conditions. Ideally, you should also empty your bag every time after using it and securely store it following the tips below.rnrnu003c!u002du002d /wp:paragraph u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list {u0022orderedu0022:true} u002du002du003ernu003colu003ern tu003cliu003eGently stuff your Hermès bag with u003ca href=u0022https://www.amazon.de/Caraselle-s%C3%A4urefreies-Seidenpapier-25-St%C3%BCck-2172-1/dp/B0063DOQ8U/ref=sr_1_1?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91u0026amp;keywords=acid+free+tissue+paperu0026amp;qid=1577087358u0026amp;sr=8-1u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eACID-FREE TISSUE PAPERu003c/au003e, a purse pillow or bubble wrap to maintain its shape and keep it in its dust bag.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eMake sure the top handles are not collapsed or squished.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eFor long-term storage, you can wrap the hardware in lint-free cloth or the respective dust bags. Never use tape on Hermès hardware as glue can damage gold plating.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eIf applicable, detach your bag’s shoulder strap and place it inside the bag or in an extra dust bag.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eIf you stow away your bag inside the box, keep the lid open to be certain the leather is still exposed to air circulation. Alternatively, leave your handbag in an upright position (e.g., on an open shelf with suffice room) and ensure the room is ventilated, at room temperature and preferably dark.u003c/liu003ernu003c/olu003ernu003c!u002du002d /wp:list u002du002du003e

u003c!u002du002d wp:paragraph u002du002du003ernrnTaking time to pamper your Hermès bag can be challenging in between a busy schedule. Following these simple guidelines, you can prevent damaging and stains in the first place.rnrnu003c!u002du002d /wp:paragraph u002du002du003e u003c!u002du002d wp:list u002du002du003ernu003culu003ern tu003cliu003eSharp objects like keys, nail files, pens or spillable make-up items should be kept in pouches to avoid scratches or marks on the leather inside your bag.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eDon’t place your bag on the floor to make sure it is not exposed to dirt, glass shards, or even spilt liquids – not to mention people stumbling over it. Instead, a portable handbag hanger may be useful to attach your bag to a table or chair.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eDon’t overstuff your u003ca href=u0022https://saclab.com/hermes/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noopeneru0022u003eHermès bagu003c/au003e and avoid packing overly heavy or bulky objects. Doing so, you protect the handles from being strained and your bag will stay in proper shape.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eAlways cover your bag from rain as severe water stains require professional cleaning and restoration. Once your Hermès bag does get caught in the rain, carefully wipe the water off using a lint-free cloth.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003c!u002du002d /wp:list u002du002du003e

u0022If after all, you are doubtful about the treatment of your bag, stains or deeper scratches remain, we recommend to not remove them forcefully but to trust your bag into the hands of a trained artisan or repair service,u0022 Alexandra, Co-Founder of SACLÀB, says. u0022We have seen bag cleaning attempts, which lead to irreversible outcomes,” she explains. Artisans at our bag spa are specialised in restoring Hermès bags and can not only help you with the removal of stains. They are also experienced in hardware polishing and the refurbishment of worn-out corners. Due to their expertise in handling Hermès leathers, they can even refresh faded colours and properly restore your bag’s delicate exterior. To ensure you enjoy your Hermès bag to the fullest, the first after-purchase bag spa treatment is complimentary at SACLÀB.