On the advice of the blogosphere and numerous reviews I ordered Higher Standards Leather Care in the Combo pack- Viva Carlos soap and the leather balm. I finally had a chance to break them out during the usual Sunday scrub. The result? I'm quite pleased! I mean the saddle didn't turn into gold or anything but....
I love that the soap arrived with a sponge inside. Isn't there just something about a new sponge?
They both smelled fantastic and the barn contingent agreed.
The soap cleaned well, didn't lather too much, and I liked the way it worked into the leather evenly.
I used just a touch of the balm and will give it another go this week to see if I noticed a difference in the conditioning of the saddle. To be fair- I never condition the saddle leather and I use straight oil on the bridle so this might be the perfect compromise.
Lemon Scented Leather Care and a Limonata. Coincidence? I think not.
Another stellar review for Higher Standards - going to have to order me some.
ReplyDeleteHave you tried San Pellegrino's Pompelmo flavor? Perfectly grapefruit + hint of sweetness - excellent in an adult beverage. :D
I have not but am going to give it a go on your recommendation :)
DeleteI just got my first batch of Higher Standards a couple months ago too. For once, I think everyone is in agreement about something!
ReplyDeleteI really want to try the lemon and also the lavender
ReplyDeleteLove this stuff!
ReplyDeleteThis is def my favorite stuff ever. Only soap I use now .
ReplyDeleteLove this soap. I still need to pick up the Carlos version.
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