Polishing up your delicate shoes with the best suede shoe cleaners means you won't have to worry about further damaging your favorite kicks. And let's face it: They make the process of minimizing wear and tear a whole lot easier.
Whether your most comfortable booties have seen better days or you're just trying to have some cleaner on deck, don't forget that suede requires a gentler cleaning solution — and one that's made with delicate leather fabrics like it in mind. Luckily, there are plenty of options out there.
To help narrow your search for the best one for you, here, I've compiled a list of safe-on-suede shoe cleaners that'll get the job done. Some are sprays that come with other useful tools (a cleaning brush for scrubbing out tougher stains, for example), while others aren't even sprays at all. Plus, they're all super easy to use and relatively affordable considering how much money you'll save by extending your shoes' lives.
Also, here's a major pro tip: After you're done cleaning your favorite suede shoes, be sure to lock in all your hard work with a protectant spray. That extra step will keep 'em looking fresh and stain-free for longer.
This premium suede shoe cleaner and brush set by Jason Markk is top-rated, with more than 1,000 reviews on Amazon, for a reason. The 4-ounce solution is gentle and made with zero harsh chemicals, but don't worry, it's still majorly effective at returning shoes to like-new condition. The best part? Its included brush — especially when paired with the cleaning solution — scrubs out stains without ruining the fabric's smooth texture.
What fans say: "Wore a pair of suede sneakers in the rain/mud accidentally and almost threw them away, but a friend told me to order this cleaner instead. The dirt had soaked in for about a week before I used this product, but my shoes looked brand new after. And it was super quick and easy to use."
If you're just here for the cleaner — no brush — and know you'll be using lots of it, go for this 8-ounce bottle of Angelus' Easy Cleaner. It's gentle enough to use on all kinds of shoes — suede ones included, obviously — but won't skimp on surface stain removal. You don't need to use much of this stuff, and the effects are solid considering its affordable price point. It has a 4.5-star rating on Amazon, with many happy reviewers attesting to its functionality.
What fans say: "This stuff is magic. I had suede nude-colored heels covered in dirt and didn't clean them off for a month because I was procrastinating it. I finally used this wash on them yesterday and they actually look brand new. A little bit goes a long way and it was so easy it only took 10 minutes."
If you're looking for a convenient way to clean small surface stains in a hurry, these all-natural cleaner wipes by BootRescue are just what you need. They come in a resealable pack of 15, and they're textured for multipurpose cleaning that won't damage sensitive fabrics like suede. Though they're meant to be used on sandals, they'll work on pretty much any shoe surface. Because of their compact, liquid-free packaging, they're also a great travel option to stow in your bag in case of emergencies.
What fans say: "Best suede cleaner I have ever used! Removed those toe dirt stains. Left my wedges looking brand new."
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