How To Remove Oil Stains From Leather Shoes, Bags, Purses, Etc.

Accidents happen. We've all been out somewhere and accidentally had olive oil drop on our shoes at dinner or oil from our cars mysteriously end up on our leather shoes, purse, or leather bag. The worse thing you can do is nothing. The longer the oil has time to sit, the harder it will be to come out of the leather. Your best solution is to soak up as much oil as possible with a paper towel, rag or whatever is handy and then have a can of this Saphir Hussard Oil Remover at home. As soon as possible, spray those oil spots with this product and then let it sit. The sooner you can get this product on your leather, the better. It's been known to work miracles for us!
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[@EddieS.97]

Happy to report that this stuff worked on my chromexcel leather boot with an oil stain that was about 3 weeks old (Would have treated sooner if it weren't for USPS delays). After applying 3 different times, letting the stuff sit on the boot for 2-8 hours each time, the oil was completely pulled out and left the boot and was close to its original color with some small light patches I was able to fix with Saphir's oiled leather cream. TRY THIS STUFF BEFORE YOU ABANDON ALL HOPE. Heath you are my hero for the month and I'm glad I caught this video in time!

[@barbaracarney6398]

I am a leather repair / care pro and this is good advice - especially about treating as soon as possible. One last step needed is to apply a moisturizer conditioner to restore those where you have removed them along with the unwanted oil. Note that some leathers will look lighter after treatment due to some dye moving out of the leather along with the oils.The product used is a fine silica powder, finer than plaster dust, so be sure to avoid breathing it in. If the oils do not come out with a couple of applications, take it to a leather care pro for a more intense version of the same process and a deep penetrating moisturizer to follow.

[@AaronMetallion]

Guys I didn't have this product, and I was using it on faux suede leather. This is what I improvised & did using regular home items and it worked like a charm on stubborn oil stains! 🌻 1. My oil stains were old and dried up, so I used hand sanitizer (62% ethyl alcohol) to re-engage the oil (usually 100% isopropyl alcohol is used) and scrubbed gently with a toothbrush. 2. While the patch was wet, I sprinkled sufficient grey ash from my incense stick (Carbon has highly absorbent properties), you can make your own grey ash, but stay away from black charred ash on lighter fabric even though it'll likely wash off. I read that talcum powder (baby powder), or baking soda works as well! 3. The alcohol evaporates fairly quickly and the ash retains a visibly darker spots as it absorbs the oil from the area. 4. I followed along with the video and left it for 2 hours scattering the ash every 30 mins (for fresher ash to continue absorbing). 5. I dusted the ash off, and then put 1 part detergent into 1 part water, with 1 part hand sanitizer and toothbrush scrubbed the area. 6. I patted off the area with a dry towel and repeat with a few more detergent scrubs & pat drying taking away any grey ash and residue. 7. If it's fabric, or water safe, feel free to give it a long soak instead. 8. Oil stains completely gone!! 💯🌊

[@powderriverfarrier]

Managed to get a hold of a can of the stuff recommended in the video. Turns out ... it works! Cleaned up grease on one week old new Chippewa boots. Thanks guys.

[@TrentonHeath]

thepowderriverfarrier That’s awesome! It’s good stuff!!

[@lawnboy81SMS]

I’ll have to try it. Got engine oil on my one week old Ariat boots! 😫😫😫 (went to grab a jug to top it off in our jeep before leaving and the cap popped off and spilled it all over)

[@Scarywoody]

A dry eraser works well to get rid of the halo. Cornstarch also works to lift the oil. Just rub in and leave overnight.

[@michaeljonathan543]

Would baking soda work as well?

[@dr.emilschaffhausen4683]

Cornstarch does a new crap for oil that's been there a while.

[@moisescobos8501]

That’s bullshit, it always have been

[@ortegaajesus1998]

Hey all, I bought this product like a month ago. I was doubtful, but decided to try it because I had just gotten a really nice $200 brown leather jacket from Mexico and ruined it with oil/grease. It did actually work. It took like 3 times for it to remove the stain to the point where it really wasn't visible. I just left it overnight honestly. I'd recommend, at least for leather jackets. Thank you for the video sir!

[@powderriverfarrier]

Now you tell me! Where were you guys a year ago? You guys need to do more videos. You keep reminding me what I don't know is a lot.

[@TrentonHeath]

Haha! Well, you never know when this info may come in handy. Now you’ll be able to save those shoes or boots if this happens again. 👍🏻

[@scdobserver835]

love how you say oils. From the UK, so unusual to hear oils pronounced that way. Great tips by the way.

[@TrentonHeath]

Haha...thanks. It’s that Southern accent. Glad to have you following from the UK! We’ve been there many times.

[@wilfdarr]

I'm Canadian, been all over the states, and that is a unique localizm. Very interesting.

[@lukyguy1240]

@@wilfdarr nah it's pan- southern

[@claythomas9467]

Not sure that you are talking about... That's how it's pronounced. The man is speaking perfect English!!

[@Nycgirl33]

@@claythomas9467 he never said that he’s not speaking perfect English! He’s from the UK so he’s just stating that the way he’s saying oil is different!

[@TFM8]

So a friend dropped penut butter on my light chestnut boots and I tried everything but wouldn't come off, a mug mark right in the middle. Took it to a cobbler and he said the only way was painting it on a darker colour. Ended up getting water and detergent and really going at it, it took a lot of the original paint of the shoe but it also took out the stain. Got the Saphir show cream I bought with the pair and polished them twice and you can barely see the incident. Thank goodness.

[@bhgemini]

Just ordered this from you and am sending in some AE cap toes foe new soles this week. Love supporting your shop. Sad Chicago doesn't have a place with this much expertise and proper machinery.

[@IveJustSeenAFace23]

brent hillyer I’m in Chicago, too, and agree. Sad!

[@NGinuity]

Gonna try this on a veg tan art piece that a scout friend of mine has. It was hanging next to a camp trading post and one of the kids had a glow stick that ruptured and somehow found it's way on to the leather. Told her if this works it's getting sealed RIGHT after it dries.

[@-taylor-9980]

I've got engine oil inside the car on cream leathers, toothbrush with hot soapy water works really well! Also baby wipes!

[@juneberry.]

Thank you for the video and the tips, I just put an oil stain on light leather and used some cleaning foam and a dry shampoo for hair which hopefully will work the same way as the spray used in the video.

[@davidhalldurham]

Thank you for this nice, informative video. I didn't know any of this. Nice shirt too!

[@Breal191]

Amazing review and product! Question, What will this product do to an oil tanned leather boot such as the Red Wing Iron Ranger Amber Saddle?

[@michaeljonathan543]

Would saddle soap work as well? I don’t have that product and not sure it’s worth waiting a week for Amazon to deliver

[@MorganneV]

I love this video! Simple. Effective. To the Point. Like Heath said, "Just Hit It!"

[@westrngaza876]

Thanks a lot really help me out al the way from Jamaica 🇯🇲 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲

[@zeljkocicak1348]

Please anyone...I had an accident with the AA battery leaking on the leather sofa that made a stain with a diameter of about 20x20 cm. Does anyone have any idea how to clean this up. It's been a couple of days

[@pamelajohnson7948]

Did he say "tote" it 😆 love it

[@sarahnorman2175]

I ordered from the link and used this on a full grain leather danner hiking boot. It left a dark ring around the stain almost like a bulbs eye pattern. Did I do something wrong? Maybe I sprayed too closely? Any way to fix the ring? I was making progress on the stain but the ring has made it look worse.

[@rsea910]

will this product work if its already been several days?

[@julieritchie9809]

I accidentally spilled CBD carrier oil on my right side Justin boots I tried cornstarch and baking soda I’m getting this spray next I think it spilled a few days ago on them in my closet hoping it’s not too late if that doesn’t work I guess I’ll just put oil on the left to match both

[@lenalzheng]

Do you think this would work on soft matte leather? I have an oil stain from my oily forehead on my jacquemus purse 😭

[@RigidVelocity]

Well just got motor oil on my RW 8085, guess it's time to pick some of this stuff up.

[@user-kj5gv9gr3i]

Great video! Thanks for advice! Got a question: If for example a purse got some oils on it but in a same time dirty in general. Should I use saddle soap before or after this treatment in those zones? Thanks!

[@amisstew3]

Thanks Heath! Right now on my local online auction there is a very cool older leather recliner which has a large oil spot on the head rest from use. Kinda creepy, but if I can score this recliner-right now it is only at 4 bucks-with some elbow grease it will be a great find! I may send you a before and after pic.

[@samschrimsher-realtor]

Just purchased the product. Seems to be helping. My question is: is it okay to reapply several times? I did one application and was able to remove some oil, but not all. I've done a couple more applications and each time it seems to get more of the oil out and the appearance of the shoes keeps improving. I'm not sure if I can go too far with this, any reason why I can't do a bunch of applications? Directions on the product are not in English. Appreciate any advice you might for me.

[@jfcastaneda]

Alternatively could one treat the entire boot with mink oil or another conditioner that darkens the boot to hide it as well?

[@rachelgee1033]

after getting the oil out I heard that you need to worry about conditioning as some spots that remain come back. What do I need to be aware of?

[@kalanmann7202]

Would this work on a baseball glove? I put too much glove oil on my glove and now the camel colored leather is stained pretty dark

[@Jimmy_Cavallo]

💥 0:16 “Did you say yute.?? What’s a yute”.?? Great vid, thanks.

[@hondsvod]

I poured some hot butter all over my shoes and noticed too late. Got most of it off with a similar product but there's a distinct "ring" visinle now. Any advice, internet?

[@classlessbozo317]

Oles?

[@davidhalldurham]

Yes, James, that's how we say oils down here in the southeastern part of the United States. It's a soft, sweet, even musical accent. :-)

[@qafiestravelgoals7622]

pls make videos how to remove color transfer in patent leather..ty

[@theoortcloud742]

I have a pair of Grant Stone boots in Navy CXL. Do you think this could strip off the dye?

[@galleteagowen67]

Any tips on how to fix areas on leather that got rubbed and need repair?

[@AnimeTube7Junior]

I applied an oil leather conditioner as instructed before wearing leather boots/shoes to one of my boots. Only at a small certain area at the toe front and stupidly made the spot darker. Is it possible to reverse the darkening of an oil leather conditioner??

[@Pur9leRain]

Not sure if you know and if anyone else in the comments can help: I managed to saturate a pair of leather gloves in tea (the Thermos opened in my rucksack and soaked everything). When I got home, I soaked the gloves in water then dried them on the washing-line. The following morning, the gloves were shrunken and crumpled up. I know I can just chuck them in the bin, but I’ve had these for over 15 years and feel I was remiss in my treatment of them. They were not terribly expensive, just £20 but I have never been a debauched consumer. Thanks in advance to anyone who can help.

[@zoemuntaner7171]

Does it work on suede as well?

[@AK-nv3hm]

Does this work on suede?

[@Julia94549]

What if it's not oil? How would you get out what looks like a cherry freeze stain. Got my son a new bomber style jacket (pigskin) for Christmas, and it looks like someone dripped strawberry freeze on the back of the jacket. There are several small red drip spots. He didn't notice it until he went to wear it again a couple of weeks later.

[@starshoescleanncare6056]

Will it work for finishing leather without ruin the top coating especially the glossy one

[@mazenjaber]

Thank you for the video! Will this product work on leather couches and hair oil stains/ marks?

[@TrentonHeath]

It works on most leather and textiles. Worth a shot.

[@michaellennon13]

Haven't used it, but am thinking of purchasing a product like this, along with others. Silly question, but do these products expire? Am basically a sneaker guy, but do own some leather shoes which I wear on rare formal occasions. Mostly I wear my boots during winter time but then again not every day. So, having purchased a conditioner, cream, wax etc is there any possibility that after 7-8 months they won't work as good?

[@mikethechinesebandit]

Ive seen two products recommended by Saphir Hussard for oil stains...dropped some oily italian salad dressing on the toe cap of some AE Walnut Strands..would you recommend the spray Saphir Avel Hussard or the liquid Saphir Avel Hussard...I see on your website you have both products...both for oil one is a liquid and one is a spray...wondering which one you think works better...thanks

[@samanthanandor6794]

Will this work to remove oil from an aniline leather sofa?

[@shavonnewhite3349]

What's the name of the product

[@jswalk4]

Great timing!!! Thank you so much.

[@sandramoig2922]

Can this be bought in the UK please?

[@therelationshipcounselor]

It's didn't work :( I guess we need to test it with FOOD OIL like a OILY dish that leaked to a brown leather boot or shoe ... this didn't work 100% :(

[@MrDerpize]

Hi! Love your videos! I have a pair of suede shoes with an old oil stain. Do u think that this product works on suede to?

[@ncooty]

@Jeff 94: Not sure about the spray, but in case it's useful, something that has worked for me: Cover it in talc (though some other powders work also), put a cotton towel over the talc, go over the towel with a warm (not hot) iron. The warmth will loosen the oil and the talc and towel will absorb it. If you decide to use something like saddle soap that involves water, be sure to wet the whole shoe. If you wet just one spot, the water will leave a spot there (usually as a ring).

[@MrDerpize]

Thanks for the advice! I did however solve it in a different way. It was a little risky but I rubbed rubbing alcohol to the spot with a towel with hard pressure and it actually worked. I cleaned the whole shoes later with the suede schampoo from Saphir and finished it of with the colored renovateur spray. No spot left to be seen! 😊👌

[@ncooty]

@Jeff 94: Nice. Good to know another way. Thanks.

[@Sunshinelotus22]

Would dry shampoo work?

[@peachpink4900]

Can you share the link for spray please

[@lin-lin2439]

Thank you for sharing that video.

[@JC-ip5vv]

AWESOME VIDEO! I'm going to try this to get those Ooools out LOL!

[@agustinortiz7134]

Would this work on exotics ?

[@unpopularopinion149]

Will this work on Clark’s Wallace leather/suede shoes?

[@adrianrosas2802]

Does this spray work on shoes that have spilled wd40

[@nicolasmorillo5328]

Magnesium Carbonate ?

[@VladAngelOfDarkness]

Does this work on cardboard.? My anime figure box got coocking oil on it. :/

[@morestylethancash7603]

Wouldn't it be better to vacuum it off?

[@johnsherry6021]

Thank you

[@kas4751]

Will it work on oil stains that has been in the leather for years?

[@TrentonHeath]

KA S Our guess is no. We’ve never tried it on an oil stain that old. The powder in this product works best when there’s moisture that it can pull out. As we mentioned in the video, always try to at least blot up the oil spot ASAP and then use something like this product as quickly as you can. The longer the oil sits, the harder it is to pull it out.

[@kas4751]

Trenton & Heath ah darn it, if only I knew about this earlier. Thanks!!

[@loicdallemagne7727]

@@kas4751 just a thought: oils mix together. What if you put a bit more oil (preferably the same as the old stain) on the old stain , let them mix and remoisturise each other, then pull them out together? may be worth a try

[@ortegaajesus1998]

@@loicdallemagne7727 Lol that sounds like a huge risk, but I'm interested to know if anyone has tried haha

[@coreygraham1160]

@@ortegaajesus1998 I may

[@ncooty]

Oal? What's oal? ;) Nice job on the boots and nice video. Thanks.

[@ytreece]

That’s one of the words people always wanted me to say when I traveled. I’ve lived out of the South for many years now so my accent has faded :)

[@Frozen_Bits_]

Ladies spill oil on stuff too

[@Morgami_Art]

this is everywhere on my sk8 hi

[@eddieg849]

Arm & Hammer baking soda works also leave it overnight then brush it off

[@elishevacapobianco-s4731]

Good idea but I have to ask, should we moisten the leather first or make a paste of baking soda and water to apply to stain? Otherwise how will the baking soda seep in/stick enough to the stain to work?

[@adrianrosas2802]

This this Sparta work on wd40 spilled on shoes

[@ob1cannobody]

Love the accent :)

[@saulcabrera5719]

Would this Work on all leathers like calf also suede and what about cordovan? Thanks

[@TrentonHeath]

I've used it on calf and suede. Haven't found a volunteer willing to loan their cordovan yet.

[@josephlandry8787]

What the hell is “30 centimeters?” Seemed trustworthy until I got to that point.

[@elishevacapobianco-s4731]

11 inches away

[@spliq5881]

Bruh my grandpa used my boots and he’s a truck driver and mechanic 😑

[@demonshaz]

Awls

[@anthonysotillio5965]

What’s up with the likes ☹️

[@ioannisstavrou2677]

No good technique! Leaves a mess

[@ACE454ND]

Just put them in rice...

[@wyattfoster6114]

I think the real men have not food oil stains but hydraulic oil and engine oil😂

[@redram5150]

Owwuls

[@brandondeboer9792]

uls

[@dreyfusnineteen9949]

Enough with the background music