Leather — both genuine and faux — is a porous material containing fibres and natural oils. Using cleaning agents that are not specifically formulated for leather may cause gradual drying or surface damage over time, including cracking as natural oils are stripped from the material.

Specialist leather cleaners are designed with mild surfactants and conditioning agents to clean while helping maintain the look and integrity of the surface.

In most home and everyday settings, thorough cleaning with a leather-safe product and regular removal of dirt and dust will help reduce the presence of germs and support good hygiene.

Clinell Universal Wipes are developed for use on hard, non-porous surfaces as part of an infection prevention protocol. For this reason, they are not recommended for use on leather or leather-like materials.