Shoes made of genuine or artificial leather can be found in the wardrobe of any person. It is comfortable and practical. You can wear leather shoes in any weather, while the legs will be provided with proper comfort.
But sometimes, despite all the advantages, such shoes can cause discomfort or even pain. This is explained by the fact that some elements of the shoe turned out to be excessively rigid. A defect can occur in both new and already worn shoes.
Important! The easiest and most reliable way to eliminate the defect is to contact a shoe workshop. The master is able to soften the skin in a few hours.
It is not always possible to consult a specialist. In this case, you should use various folk methods or chemicals.
On the shelves of stores there are special creams that can make the skin soft in a short period of time.
But the most popular are folk ways. They do not require the purchase of any special chemicals, since most of the funds can be found at home.
The fastest way to soften shoes
To make shoes comfortable you can use the old army method. It allows you to make even the coarsest shoes soft and comfortable, like slippers. To do this, you must:
- the skin should be thoroughly moisturized from the inside. This can be done using water or a special foam for stretching;
- on the part of the part of the shoe that needs to be soft, it is necessary to decompose a soft cloth soaked in liquid. For these purposes, a flannel or felt is suitable;
- With the help of a hammer, it is necessary to carefully repack the prepared area. In this case, you must try not to damage the shoes, the easier - the better;
- throughout the process it is important to check how soft the skin has become.
This option is quite dramatic. Therefore, you should not use it to soften the skin on designer shoes. Such products are not designed for such rough handling. The method is not suitable for varnished models and shoes made of natural suede.
Several effective ways to soften
If the above method is not suitable, you can use other options. They are not so rude, and at the same time no less effective.
Using hot air and steam
To do this, you need a hairdryer and containers with hot water.
The hairdryer should set the desired temperature mode. Within a few minutes, a stream of hot air should be directed to the area of shoes that need to be softened.
If boiling water is used, then a small amount should be poured inside the boot. After that, you need to put on thick woolen socks and walk in shoes for at least thirty minutes.
A more gentle method is the use of boxes. It is necessary to put shoes in it, and then wrap the box with a hot rag.
Important! This option is contraindicated for artificial leather products!
Using soap and paraffin
You can make your skin soft with a regular solid soap. To do this, shoes must be thoroughly rubbed with soap from the inside. The method is very fast and ideal for situations where shoes need to be put on immediately. Similarly, a paraffin candle is used. In addition to paraffin, you can use wax. To do this, it should be melted and applied to the desired area. After this, the boots are left for several minutes, after which the wax and paraffin are removed. This procedure must be carried out extremely carefully. If the temperature of the substance is too hot, the skin may be damaged.
Due to the chemical composition of the materials used, the shoes will not only be soft. When worn, shoes will not cause discomfort, pain, nor leave marks on the skin.
With wet towels
Genuine leather can withstand fairly high temperatures. However, she does not lose her external and operational qualities. Therefore, to soften it, you can use hot towels.
- towels or other soft cloth should be moistened with boiling water;
- shoes need to be wrapped in prepared hot cloth;
- after which the shoes must be tightly wrapped with polyethylene and left for 15 minutes;
- after this time, the shoes should be removed from the bag, remove the towels and vilify for 30 minutes.
The use of special tools
Normal alcohol softens the skin well. Moreover, it can adversely affect the paint. Therefore, before applying this method, it is necessary to treat a small area of the skin with alcohol and check its effect on the paint. If nothing happened, then you can safely proceed to the procedure:
- alcohol should be poured into a spray bottle for convenience;
- evenly process shoes from the inside;
- the coarsest areas should be additionally treated with a cotton pad soaked in ethyl alcohol;
- shoes should be worn and walked in;
Important! You can also use castor oil or petroleum jelly. Both of these substances can soften even the roughest and thickest skin.
- Vaseline or oil must be applied to the inside of the shoes;
- leave for a while;
- to carry.
In the store you can buy special creams or emulsions. Use them strictly following the instructions. Usually you need to process problem areas, put on shoes and carry it around.
Important! Professional tools can be replaced with ordinary cologne. The effect will be the same, however, it will take longer to wear out.
Features of softening shoes from different materials
Suede is moody. It is forbidden to use oil and water on it. To make it softer, you can use hot air. It will be optimal to return boots from natural suede to a shoe workshop.
The surface of patent leather shoes is easy to damage. In this case, even the slightest scratches will be visible with the naked eye. For such a moody material, it is necessary to take a very oily cream. It should be applied evenly to the shoes and left them overnight. Instead of cream, you can use lard.
You can make artificial skin softer with the help of hot towels. Shoes should be put in a box of a suitable size, wrapped in hot towels, left for 12 hours. If necessary, the whole process should be repeated several times.
Is it possible to soften the rubbing backdrop
A coarse rubbing heel is a common problem. To eliminate this defect, you can use one of the methods:
- gently tap the back of the shoes with a hammer. This must be done carefully so as not to damage the product;
- grate the backdrop with vinegar. He will cope well with the rough material of the shoes;
- You can use special professional tools that are sold in stores;
- if the shoes are made of artificial material, then you should use vegetable oil. It must be evenly applied to the backdrop and leave the shoes overnight.
Soft, comfortable shoes provide the legs with the necessary comfort, and also supports the musculoskeletal system in a healthy condition. Therefore, it is important that the shoes do not cause inconvenience. If you cannot make the shoes softer on your own, they must be taken to the workshop.
