New Leather Shoes | Do These 4 Things Before Wearing

When you buy a new pair of leather shoes, it is VERY important to make sure you are taking the right steps BEFORE you wear them! Following these 4 steps will not only make your new shoes look even better, but they will also prolong the life of the shoes.
Step 1 - Condition the shoes
Step 2 - Apply shoe cream (Optional)
Step 3 - Apply 1-2 light coats of a good shoe wax
Step 4 - Use cedar shoe trees
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[@bruces2941]

I love how you educate your viewers, not just trying to sell products and telling people to use this and apply multiple coats of this and that when its not even needed. Keep up the good work guys. Thank you very much

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks, Bruce! We’re glad you’re enjoying!

[@tunaonwhitenocrusts]

These videos make me realize how much I need to step up my shoe game. Thank you!

[@MrStreetninja007]

I'm glad I found these videos before purchasing a pair of good leather boots really prepared me for how to take care of them

[@MrLiveman2]

You? Shooooot, me too & I have. Thought I was doing something. 😆😆😆😆

[@AfricaGeo]

Same here

[@derrickmuck535]

I’m right there with you on that.

[@mistermastermind528]

Going through a tough time. So taking care of myself and going fully gentleman look is my goal now. Cleaning my bedroom and organizing my stuff has been my therapy. Clothes as well as shoes are my next addition to that therapy. And yeah, discovering these videos really takes things into a certain perspective.

[@j.a.4360]

5. Turn your shoe bags inside out. Stitching can scratch mirror shine. I learned that from the Elegant Oxford...

[@onixtheone]

yeah same goes for underwear...

[@FrankEdavidson]

Some people will say any old shyte to have a unique hot take.

[@brookeggleston9314]

You guys are full of it! Some people need to maintain a mirror shine because of their jobs. It's a pain in the ass to repair a scratched mirror shine! Why not do something that can prevent the scratch in the first place?? J. A., thanks for the tip!! I've got one for you: Have a stitcher sew some cotton flannel bags for you, with the nap facing out. That way, when you invert the bag, the nap will be against your shoes!

[@mikewilton4872]

@@brookeggleston9314 Haha! What job requires a pair of mirror shined shoes???

[@brookeggleston9314]

@@mikewilton4872 Obviously not one that you would be able to fill! Aside from the military and police, some EMTs wear highly polished shoes. Some positions in high finance require mirror shines. It all depends on company policy. If the boss wants it, you do it, or you work elsewhere. You don't seem to be concerned about your appearance, so I hope you're independently wealthy!

[@marias6179]

1. Conditioner 2. Shoe cream (optional) 3. Wax 4. Shoe trees

[@nicolasmorillo5328]

Tanks

[@reneegiese6315]

Thanks

[@lhanso20]

Maria Ayala Snacks.

[@drzaius844]

Fanks mate

[@brookeggleston9314]

Actually, it should be 1. Shoe trees. Then the rest!

[@dsm238945]

Thanks for the education about shoe care and shoe construction. I bought my first really quality shoes (Allen Edmonds) in 1985. I thought they were expensive at the time. I ended up having them resoled five times and getting regular wear out of them for over 12 years. And I didn't know enough to condition them when they were new. If I had . . . I might still be wearing them. But those shoes taught me to pay up and cry once, then smile for a decade. I was also amazed at how comfortable a dress shoe could be for wearing 12 or 14 hours a day. As a result of these videos I am buying some Potter & Sons and Saphir products from your site.

[@ColnAng]

This man exudes passion for shoes and its a pleasure to see someone so passionate

[@Visqo1]

Very impressed with the website. Shipping and delivery were super quick and the packaging was impecable. Will buy again.

[@sparkers70]

Thanks I literally just got a new pair two days ago and haven't worn them yet so perfect timing!

[@guner158]

I love this channel, so glad to have stumbled on this gem of a channel!

[@f308gtb1977]

I really appreciate these tips, thank you! Especially the difference between the conditioners.

[@Princeton_James]

This is the best vid. Yes always condition straight out of the box. You also explain the difference between conditioner, cream and wax. A lot of other vids dont. Thanks!

[@TrentonHeath]

Erik Thank you! We appreciate you watching.

[@corpsiecorpsie_the_original]

Just ordered some saphir cream in Bordeaux from y'all to give my black Park Aves a little color kick and to protect them. I wouldn't have known about the cream and shoe maintenance without you and your videos. Thank you

[@cincydooley]

Continues to be one of my favorite Channels. Amazing, functional stuff. Your channel has not only earned my sub, but I’ll be bringing my shoes to Nashville the next time I visit the in-laws to give you my business.

[@stevengandt1507]

Excellent advice from Heath, as always. At the risk of gilding the lily, if I could add just a bit to #4: Immediately after buying a new pair, one of two things should ALWAYS be in your shoes - either your feet, or your shoe trees.

[@119Agent]

I wish these mail order internet brands would just ship them with trees in them if you want to pay for that. I got an order of three shoes and three trees, it would have been nice to have them in there for shipping. I take them out of the box, condition them, and put the trees in.

[@DemetriosLevi]

I have a few Beckett Simonon shoes so this is perfect for me. You guys are gonna get big. Absolutely love what you guys do!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks, Demetrios!

[@xtrme1023]

Great advise! Love the channel. Keep it going.

[@1guitarlover]

Thank you for confirming all the steps which I already do. Great video. 👍👍👍

[@kaylaanastasiacharlene0766]

This is really helpful! Thank you!❤️

[@Desert_Muley]

I am amazed how interesting I find your channel. You guys are artisans. I really enjoy the work boot renovations. I would like to suggest a video similar to this one but for work boots. Keep the videos coming and when my boots need renovating, I know where I'll be sending them.

[@CarlyWaarly]

Thank you for sharing, could not remember the sequence. So been able to follow and apply all that is mentioned, all good!

[@Mihakun]

Straight to the point, thank you! Quick question, what's the best way to get rid of those small scratches (in both leather and outer sole sides) that appear as a result of the use?

[@joshgull]

Great solid advice. I need to look you guys up. I’m a Nashville native and local living downtown with a slight shoe problem (35+ pairs). Be nice to have a local place to pick up Saphir.

[@TrentonHeath]

Nashville natives are a rare breed these days.

[@eugeneboyko1195]

Thanks guys

[@jeffestes960]

Thanks for another great video.

[@mahmoudabdulraheem9298]

Another phenomenal video

[@tjayant]

Good video can u give recommendations on other conditioners, wax etc.

[@iDONTdoFacebook]

Very good info-Thank you!

[@richardalanduncan]

I really enjoy your channel. I am an old (and I mean old) Vandy baseball player (from Chattanooga) who is now living in Cleveland, Ohio. So, hearing you guys chat it up with the Nashville/Southern accent is very soothing and comforting to me! I just received a new pair of shoes for my birthday. And I am wearing them to church tonight. Getting ready to put Saphir Renovateur and Saphir Wax on them before I go. Then... shoe trees! Thanks for the advice. When I get back for a VandyBoys reunion, I'll have to bring some shoes that need repair to you guys!

[@TrentonHeath]

Rick, thank you very much for the comment! That’s really neat to hear you played for Vandy! Any time you’re back in the Nashville area, feel free to stop in and visit. Enjoy those shoes. 😉

[@richardalanduncan]

@@TrentonHeath You bet. And by the way, I played during 2 seasons for the Nashville Sounds, too! Love me some Nashville!

[@haroldandrews374]

If possible, would you do a video on shoe trees. For example, I understand cedar shoe trees are best but what is a good/bad/ugly/over priced shoe tree. Thanks for educating on proper shoe care.

[@TrentonHeath]

Harold Andrews Yep, we’ll definitely do a video on shoe trees. 👍🏻

[@freepomeroon]

Always sun out your shoe tree, they obsorbed moisture, so they become new again for the purpose.

[@FrankEdavidson]

It's best to buy trees with the shoes. High end shoes such as bespoke and John Lobb's ready to wear will come with a proper-fitting last similar to the last the shoes were made on as will some higher mid-range shoes and boots. A well-fitting shoe tree is best, whatever the material. Any other shoe tree is next to pointless. If they are not a snug fit under the complete vamp and into the heel curve then you may have to file and/or build up your trees to fit shoes with old leather nailed or bonded onto the trees similar to what bespoke lastmakers do when a customer returns after a period of time for a new pair of shoes.

[@FrankEdavidson]

Cedar does absorb moisture which is why it's lovely to creosote, oh and used for shoe trees. It is prone to splitting though which is something to be aware of if you have to pin or bond leather to it to build out your trees. Extreme dry wet cycles splits cedar. Don't use trees to dry out shoes - sit them on their side for good air circulation around the soles and let them dry naturally. Beech is sometimes used for shoe trees. Though it's less durable I prefer cedar for it's odour and I can apply cedar oil once a year

[@jordanshelley7886]

Hello, I love your content. I'm currently awaiting the arrival of my first good pair of shoes (Carmina black cap-toe Oxfords)! This was very helpful as I want to take great care of them so they last for years. Do you have any thoughts on different types of shoe trees? Is it worth it to get lasted trees from the manufacturer? Spring tension vs the screwed type, best types of wood, etc.? Thank you!

[@markg0410]

A review of Church's and Crockett & Jones would be GREATLY appreciated!

[@FrankEdavidson]

You considering a pair or need validation?

[@abrahansosachavez6037]

Great information I will get my Beckett Simonon this month can’t wait I will use this information thanks keep up the work

[@bernardtan1]

👍 That's exactly what I do to my new shoes.

[@powderriverfarrier]

More useful practical information by these guys. No fluff, just good common sense material that can be used by everyone. Thanks guys. Looks like I have to do more shopping on your web site.

[@powderriverfarrier]

Order placed. When do you get more Hussard in?

[@tiamogonzalez3641]

Just found your channel, and I'm loving it! Can you deconstruct a pair of mezlans? I love the brand because I think they're beautiful shoes. However, no one has an in-depth review of the brand. Thanks!

[@technolotree5690]

2:57 - I like the natural look of the leather, too. Renovateur

[@drewbranch7700]

Okay Trenton and Heath you got me,I am a new subscriber.

[@arfreeman11]

I just used Renovateur and Invulner on my new Thursdays. I'm hoping that's enough. I want to keep these for a looong time. I'm skipping the shoe trees, though. I love the way these look when they get beat up.

[@rossmcfarlane6687]

They look like my Barker double monk-straps once upon a time! After 10 years of hard graft, they look really tired. Thanks to your videos I am learning how to restore them.

[@scottveatch9903]

Thanks, guys. Another great video. I just got a pair of Beckett Simonon oxfords last week and haven’t worn them yet so this vid is perfect for me. I have a question for you, though. What do you guys think of Venetian Leather Balm? I have some for the Thursday Boots I own. Thanks again.

[@TrentonHeath]

Scott Veatch Venetian Leather Balm has been around for a long time. It’s also good stuff.

[@jackiegarvin8967]

Love the shoes!

[@fatcapital88]

awesome video... should you condition a few times before wearing or before applying cream or wax? And does leaving the conditioner on (vs. buffing it off immediately) help it to sink in?

[@johnebert2619]

Just got my first pair of Allen Edmonds Bartletts because of this channel. I've never spent more that $60 on a pair of shoes before. Shoot, until I was 8 years old or so, I didn't even have shoes. Grew up really poor and all that. These are the most comfortable things I've ever put on my feet. I don't want to take them off. Thanks, Y'all.

[@unicornchowder]

Yall make some good videos. heavy on the informative and interesting, light on the BS. Never thought shoes would be this interesting.

[@TrentonHeath]

Christopher Pratt Haha...thank you very much! We appreciate you watching.

[@saravananmuthirulandi6929]

Thanks

[@rosarose2058]

Very very very very very nice I like it I’m working in men’s shoes and I have good information about that

[@conniepleasant1081]

Great tips, I’m going to check with Birkenstock before I wear my sandals. Is it recommended to use a version of a shoe tree for a Birkenstock? I’m slowly rebuilding my shoes with nicer brands and I want them to last well. Also, should I order dust bags for my sandals?

[@xsw3ecfyu]

Could you add shipping to New Zealand on your website?

[@murrayisis]

Great KZbin videos' I have learned so much about shoes and what to look for. I realized that I have been pretty much been purchasing average to junky shoes. I have really no use to buy Allen Edmonds and other high quality shoes. But I have followed your videos and learned what to look for in a well built shoe in the near luxury brands. Have purchase 2 pair of Merchanti Fiorentini's a burgundy wholecut and a Navy Cap Toe that appear to be very well made these are in the $150 price point. My 3 pair which totally surprise me was a black ElANROMAN Cap Toe that has a Blake stitched sole at an amazing price of $100. Not over concerned about their longevity since I work from home, but we go out or I have to go out of town to a client site I always want to look my best. And it is very true you can tell a lot about someone by their shoes. How they look, if they are cheap, and how they are kept.

[@richardchen8148]

@health, would you say your tan color monks are medium brown or light brown in compare to saphir pommadier cream polish? thank you!!love your channel!

[@HungryH1951]

I bought some nice quality shoes at auction and they are great, some nearly new. I agree shoe trees are very important but I scrimped on them because they are pricey ($25-$30 pair). In the meantime I put some cheap plastic ones in them that sort of work to keep the shape but they are not as good as cedar wood ones. I am checking auction-discount sites and buying cedar ones when I find good deals.

[@jedwardoo]

Can you use both renovator then the universal afterwards?

[@Alkrio]

I've messed up patina on my tan shoes with the renovateur. Wish I've seen that video a month ago.

[@darqentries]

All other channels are really pushing the renovateur hard without mentioning this side effect.

[@troll6856]

wish you also showed how to apply all of them

[@TeslaRules1856]

I just bought my first pair of "nice shoes" Standard finish. Renovatuer was stripping off brown - it was on my fingers and polishing cloth, the leather looked to have very slight uneven color in a few small spots afterwards. I strongly recommend on new shoes of any kind you use a pure cream as mentioned and not a cream/cleaner. It is not worth the risk.

[@coltm6788]

Would you recommend using the light brown or cognac Saphir shoe cream on the tan beckett simonon?

[@jamesthewineguy]

I would love see a show on how to take care of suede shoes?

[@Myrslokstok]

Nice I kind of do the same, I do not care so much about the fabric finishing, I want to give my shoes a good start. Then I do not have to overkill it. People think I polish my shoes a lot tough 😂 I basicly brush them of 30 sec after every use, and put trees in them. If they are dirty like a little mudd, I vipe them of with a very damp cloth. If scuffs I put on a little bit of dark polish. Ocasionaly I put some renovature mainly on the creeses, do the edges and polis them allaround.

[@AmigoCarlitoo]

Could you please advise regarding Suede new shoes? Brushing or not? Water protection?

[@davidcelestino1116]

Great video! Question, I bought a brand new pair of black shoes and used Saphir Renovateur on them brand new out of the box and I noticed a bit of black paint residue on the gloves I was using to apply it. Is that normal?

[@beaird451]

does this apply to work boots as well, like Red Wings?

[@Firebow353]

I"m prior military, and I've been using Kiwi shoe polish (neutral or an appropriate color) for years on my shoes, and occasionally other leather projects. I've been seeing a lot of people going with Saphir lately, and I"m guessing it's better. Can you say anything about how/why it's better? Thanks! (Been watching your vids for a month or two now, and they are really great. I do leatherwork, and seeing your work on various shoes, it's really fun to watch, and informative!)

[@brookeggleston9314]

It's much better! It's also pricey, but it goes a long way, and it's worth every penny. You won't find any petroleum products in Saphir; it's all natural. Petroleum products are not good for leather products. I think T and H have a video of a pair of shoes that had been polished with Kiwi for at least a decade, but never conditioned. When they stripped the wax off, they found severe cracks in the leather of the upper. There was no way to repair it. If the owner had used a Saphir conditioner - there are several - a few times a year, he might still be wearing those shoes! I figure, if you have a pair of shoes or boots that you care enough to repair, you care enough for Saphir!

[@joeyjay2147]

Would you also recommend as step 5 to use saphir sole guard? I live in Southern California so it’s not really damp here and we hardly ever get rain but just to protect the soles of my new YSL Lukas Boots?

[@Ricocase]

Are taft boots supposed to have vertical cracks in the heel due to Goodyear welts?

[@LoudCitizen]

Can you please advise what color of Saphir Beaute de Cuir is most suitable for the Allen Edmonds Strand Wingtip in Walnut? It is a beautiful color, and I want to closely match it and retain the warm, toasty, somewhat color. Do you advise a different product? Should we buy the polish the brand recommends?

[@Mike-fg5cj]

I bought the Arizona Adobe rugged line from Thursday boots is there anything specific I should do?

[@rogerlu9286]

Very informative video 👍 I forwarded it to my buddy for his just started to get into the world of well constructed shoes.

[@TrentonHeath]

Love it!

[@juliehenderson1672]

Do you recommend Gilboys leather products?

[@N_Quantum_Meruit]

DOOOOOPPPEE video! 🔥💯💯😎

[@jasonanthonyschultz5672]

For new dress shoes, do you recommend the Saphir Pate de Luxe wax or the Dubbin Graisse (Medaille d’Or or Everest) for protection and natural shine? Also, will they both darken leather?

[@roddneysaucedo582]

I ordered a pair of my first recraftable shoes, Allen Edmonds and they should be in soon but I did not get the dainite soles. What about the leather sole? Should I do anything to that in terms of water proofing? conditioning etc. I have never had a pair of leather soled shoes so I don't know how they will hold up to the wet western Washington weather. I won't be wandering the streets for hours on end in the rain. I will be in and out of the car from parking lot to inside a couple times a day, I think I will be ok and can decide on different soles when needed but am I correct?

[@Hyytekk]

Maybe you've already done this but it's escaped my searches, but can you do one comprehensive video about all the Saphir product line and how and when to use them. No, I'm not associated with the brand but recognize they make, arguably, the premier shoe care products. Before I discovered your channel and excellent videos, I watched several on the Kirby Allison channel. No disrespect to him, but he illustrates shining shoes wearing a white dress shirt with cufflinks and with the laces still in the shoes. What a difference after seeing your expert understanding and even eviscerating shoes that look like they were retrieved from a compost heap and transforming them into better than new masterpieces! Yes, my bad. Anyway, I decided to to up my shoe maintenance game and sent for a raft of Saphir products even ordering them from a retailer in Canada since they had a few items I couldn't locate here in the states online. I'm sure I was naive and ordered way more than I actually needed and spent an embarrassing amount on my order. Can you please show your 127k subscribers the correct sequence of use and sort out the confusing array of products. Yes, you did mention that in this video, but an even more comprehensive video would be appreciated now that you will be my new supplier of Saphir. With thanks! You brothers are the real deal. Never thought I'd be spending hours binging shoe videos, as if I'd just discovered, Game of Thrones or a must see Netflix series!

[@DougHinVA]

Explain what Neatsfoot oil does and how to use it.

[@DarcyWhyte]

is it okay to use renovateur on a new pair of black shoes before break-in?

[@Chris_Davis_music]

Would you treat leather soles? Either with conditioner or waterproofing?

[@shadowcruzr]

I'm having trouble finding cedar shoe trees for my cowboy boots. Any suggestions?

[@petermeeks2109]

What’s the best way to take off the old sole protector when needing to add a new?

[@websurfer1585]

It seems to me there are very few leather nourishing/sealing/protecting products that don't darken/change the colour of lighter shoes, such as tan shoes. I have even found that each subsequent application darkens the leather even more, so the colour of the shoe changes quite dramatically over time, this is something of a challenge in shoe care i find.

[@MaxineRayviaMarseille-cw4bh]

Does this apply to woven leather as well?

[@giannistziambazis6008]

can u do a video about how to put heel guards on rubber sole?

[@TrentonHeath]

Giannis Tziambazis Will do! 👍🏻

[@foxfaisal82]

I have 1 question. If I have shined my shoes using the polishing wax, can I apply the conditioner directly on the shoes or should I remove the polishing wax layer before applying the conditioner? Thank you.

[@broadneydangerfield]

This is a perfect, short-and-sweet summary. Appreciate you guys! It seems that many believe natural shoe polish/wax shouldn't be used. Is this sage advice? If so, what wax would one use for a nice pair of white leather sneakers? Also, how often is it recommended to clean, condition, and polish one's shoes in order to reap the benefits, without overdoing it and potentially ruining the shoes?

[@TrentonHeath]

Skeptastic Glad you enjoyed! Most of the Saphir line of shoe creams/waxes are primarily natural ingredients, and they’re some of the best polishes on the market. In regards to white leather sneakers, I’d recommend just a good shoe conditioner. Again, most of the Saphir conditioners would work. If you want to add a slight shine, you could add a shoe cream. Creams will also add some conditioners and mild waxes to the leather. How often you apply it depends upon how often you wear the shoes. If you wear them frequently, applying conditioner and/or cream once every couple of weeks or so would keep the shoes in great shape.

[@broadneydangerfield]

@@TrentonHeath Appreciate the reply. Thank you!

[@zacklopez2957]

I have found shoes trees with sizes. Like in large and exlarge. What size shoes tree do I need for size 11 or 11 1/2 ?

[@ronp8865]

I own several pairs of Frye boots, some made with heavy patina and some with stonewashed leather with heavy scuffs in the toes from the factory. The look really cool but I can't find anything on how to protect either without ruining the appearance. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks

[@jdp1219]

Once you have done a complete regiment (leather conditioner, cream, and then wax), how do I maintain the shoe? Do I have to strip everything off and then re-apply or can I keep adding layers of wax every few months?

[@dirtybandit102]

Would you recommend mink oil?

[@DW-rn5yb]

Just got some new boots and the leather seemed a bit dry - used creme universal twice over two days but after a quick buff, still seems, to me, a bit dry. Do I need to use another creme or probably fine?

[@jimrolf]

When I wax new shoes for the first time is the neutral color wax ok or do I needed a colored wax? What about for subsequent waxings?

[@teddybear1968]

Hmm.. the monk strap shoes that you have as an example in this video (Beckett Simonon) is beautiful. Is that Oak or Tan color, I'm curious.

[@OCCollects]

Would this apply to leather sneakers as well such as Jordan 1’s? I know the leather is no where near the same quality as the boots you speak about but I want to take care of them as much as possible.

[@HIHIHJIHIHIH]

Question is it ok to buy a Size 38 cedar shoe tree for my size 39 D.Mobk Straps? Or I just buy the size 39-40?

[@lebronzewalker3214]

I just bought a pair of double monkstrap boots , cognac museum from Meermin. I don't know exactly what to call the look but to me it looks like blotches in the color, would you recommend treating the shoes the same as a patina, to just use a good conditioner or the saphir renavatur??

[@Grumpyoldgunguy]

What do you do with suede?

[@vonklinkenhoffn1]

I just stumbled across this channel and I'm really happy I did, this is great advice! I just have one question though, will the wax also make it waterproof or water repellent? Or is there a different product that can help with this?

[@TrentonHeath]

Hi! We’re happy you stumbled upon our channel! Wax is a nice thing to use, sparingly, on dress shoes, etc. It won’t necessarily waterproof the shoes, but it does add a layer or two of protection from dirt, dust, water, etc. If you’re needing for your shoes to be waterproofed or water repellent, then there are other items for that on the market. We carry several on our website and in-store. Tarrago Nano Protector is a really good water repellent, and Saphir Dubbin is a great waterproofer.

[@vonklinkenhoffn1]

@@TrentonHeath wonderful! Thanks for the tip. Saphir Dubbin then, great. These are boots from chrome tanned hides, should I go through the steps you showed here in the vid as well, or will it be enough to just use the Saphir Dubbin then?

[@stephenathon]

I just saw that you guys have a ship-in resole service. I'm in East TN and a cobbler in Knoxville screwed up a pair of 1000 Mile's and did shoddy work on some AE Independence line. Now I'm afraid to take my nice dress shoes anywhere. I'll strongly consider shipping to you guys when the time comes.

[@stephenathon]

@@AaronHousefly I'd prefer not to say, as maybe my experience was a one-off. There are at least three cobblers in town.

[@lrivera18]

I have two pairs of inexpensive shoes my wife gave me as a gift that have served be for over 6 years. Can I send the to resole/refurnish? They are moccasins. Thank you in advance.

[@sdreaver816]

I got a pair of Trickers in marron color. I want to darken the brown a bit and not do a whole dye job. Anyone know how much a dark brown Saphir cream will really impact the color? Should I go more gradual?

[@TECsta76]

Reminisce the time i washed my Patrick Cox that I brought from Selfridges in the shower’ because I needed a matt texture.. Regretted it and would never do that today! but there still around all 25 years old still looking new.. 🧐

[@gabrielbaxley6295]

Should shoes or boots be conditioned before or after polishing?

[@ianh.6825]

Does shoe cream have any conditioning properties? If you skipped step 1 and started with the shoe cream application, would this condition the leather?