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Every woman should own at least one great leather handbag. The very nature of a leather handbag means that it will last for many years and so is well worth taking a little time to care for it. A good leather handbag is also a great investment buy, you will carry it every where so it is worth the investment to keep it looking good. If looked after well a good piece of leather will grow old gracefully and your handbag will remain just as stylish and even improve with age. Leather is animal skin and should be treated in a similar way to your own skin. If it is not looked after it will become damaged and dry out.

Storage

The best way to store a handbag is in a cloth dust bag with a little padding or scrunched up paper inside to stop it loosing its shape. It is also best to keep it away from sunlight or too much heat which will tend to age it.

Cleaning

If your handbag gets dirty which no doubt it will do at some point if you are using it every day, you should clean it carefully using a mild soap and lukewarm water. It is also possible to buy specialist leather cleaners although not completely necessary. You should never ever use any harsh household cleaners or substances containing alcohol on leather.  Any liquid spills should be dealt with as quickly as possible by blotting gently with a soft cloth.

Care

Many leather handbags are not treated when you first buy them so to keep them looking really good, it would be wise to treat them with a leather protector. A leather protector will form a barrier which stops water or any other liquids from staining the leather. It will also protect it from oils and oil based substances like make up. You can buy specialist leather protector from most shoe or specialist handbag shops. Afterwards you can condition the leather using simple natural waxes for example beeâ??s wax. Often leather is waterproof to a certain degree especially if it has been treated but it would be advisable not to let your leather handbag get too wet in the rain. If it does then dry as soon as possible by blotting dry with a soft cloth. Never try to dry your bag out using a direct heat source like a heater or hairdryer as this is likely to damage the leather.

Carrying

Keep your leather handbags safe from thieves by holding on to it at all times. If you are going to a restaurant and you have a spare chair at the table keep it close by on the chair. You can also buy clip to hang your handbag under the table. This will also prevent it from getting dirty and dusty on the floor. Be especially vigilant when walking in busy areas or travelling on the tube, wear you handbag across your body or keep it tucked tightly under your arm.