Consult your car manual. Before you clean or apply any products, refer to your car’s owner’s manual. There should be specific instructions on how to properly care for the leather upholstery, as well as products to avoid.

You can use a commercial cleaner for leather seats or make your own: Combine 1 part white vinegar and 2 parts linseed oil in a bowl or spray bottle.

If you have perforated leather seats, avoid spraying cleaner onto the seats. Instead, spray the bristle brush and use it to scrub the leather. Then, wipe dry with a microfiber cloth.

Be sure to follow the product directions.

Don’t over-condition your leather seats. Most seats only need conditioning treatment a few times a year.