How to Clean Your Leather Saddle

Apply a non-detergent leather conditioner such as neatsfoot oil, lanolin or beeswax conditioner. Make sure you are using real, not synthetic neatsfoot oil. The container will say something like “animal based” or "100% Pure". Apply the oil very sparingly. You don’t want to clog the pores or give dirt a place to cling to. Too much oil can soak through the leather into the padding or tree underneath and cause damage. Be aware also that some conditioners will darken the leather. If you don’t want your leather saddle to darken choose a conditioner accordingly and test in an inconspicuous place.