Shoe conditioners and fresheners keep the material of your shoes supple and the inside fresh. Here you’ll find odour spray, leather balm, care spray and a whitener for soles. Clean first? See shoe cleaners and brushes.
Odour spray for shoes
An odour spray for shoes tackles sweat and musty smells. The Jason Markk Refresh Spray Sierra Rain leaves a fresh scent, the Fragrance Free does it without a scent. From Collonil there's the Carbon MaxX Fresh and the Carbon Lab Odor Cleaner, which also suits sports bags and clothing. If the smell keeps coming back, it's often in the insole. Replace it with new insoles.
Nourishing leather and touching up white
Leather dries out and cracks without nourishment. That's what the Jason Markk Leather Conditioning Balm is for. For smooth leather, suede and mesh there's the lighter Carbon Lab Sneaker Care. If cleaning alone won't get a sole white again, touch it up with the Carbon Lab Sneaker White.
Frequently asked questions
When should I use an odour spray?
After wearing, so the shoe can dry and air before next time. That gives smells less of a chance.
How often should I nourish leather?
A few times a year is enough for most shoes. Do it more often if the leather looks dry or dull.
Is a whitener the same as paint?
No. You use it to touch up white areas. It won't turn a coloured sole white.
