If your pants do not have a label, or if you’ve cut it off, and you know the manufacturer, then you may be able to contact them directly for cleaning advice. Go to the manufacturer’s website and look for customer information or help contact information.
If your pants do wrinkle or stain in the test area, it would be a good idea to take them to a leather specialist for cleaning.
For extra protection, place your pants into a garment bag and then toss this bag into the washing machine. The bag will help to minimize the wear on your garment from the washing machine’s agitations.
A simple way to steam your pants, and other clothing items, is to hang them up in your shower, then run the water to warm. The water should not touch the clothes directly, but the steam will. This is an especially good way to remove strong odors, such as smoke. [6] X Research source
If the salt is dried on the surface of your pants, brush it off with a soft-bristled toothbrush or a cloth.
Even body products, such as perfume or lotion, can stain your leather pants. [14] X Research source
As with any product, test out your protectant on a small area of your pants before applying it all over.
Make a homemade version of leather conditioner by mixing three parts of olive oil with two parts vinegar in a small bowl. [17] X Research source
Some dry cleaners are considered leather specialists. This means that they follow practices that are less likely to damage your pants, but this extra level of service may result in a higher bill. [20] X Research source If you do point out a stain, it is even better if you can tell your cleaner where the stain came from and how long it has been there. [21] X Research source
