3 proven ways to refresh your favorite shoes

Why is it worth refreshing shoes?

Certainly, in your footwear collection there will be the one and only pair that you love and would like to wear every day. Regardless of whether they are comfortable sneakers or stylish sneakers, it is worth refreshing them regularly. Wondering why? 

First, well-groomed shoes say a lot about their owner, constituting its own business card. Worn, damaged and, above all, dirty shoes show that you absolutely do not care about details and probably belong to a group of chaotic, disorganized people. On the other hand, people with clean, well-groomed shoes make a much better impression. They appear neat, exude confidence and inspire confidence. 

Secondly, regularly refreshed shoes gain durability. Although they are inevitably exposed to wear and tear due to daily wear, unsightly cracks and chips will not appear on them so quickly. This is a real money saver!

Thirdly, when you remember to refresh your favorite footwear regularly, you don't have to worry when someone unexpectedly invites you to their home. You will be able to visit it with peace of mind, without worrying about leaving unpleasant odors.

What's more, well-groomed shoes are a real dot over the "i" in any styling. You can't imagine wearing an expensive designer suit and dirty, worn-out shoes, can you?

Home remedies for refreshing shoes

Now that you know why it is worth refreshing your favorite footwear regularly, you are surely wondering how to do it so as not to go bankrupt. After all, there are specialized, professional shoe cleaners on the market, the price of which can sometimes knock you off your feet.

However, if you care about budget methods, use our home remedies. It's a real money saver, and the results can be surprising. Let's start!

#1 Tea to get rid of unpleasant odors

To regenerate your favorite shoes, you will need tea. And it's not to make your time while getting rid of the unpleasant smell from their interior. Tea bags are very absorbent. Thanks to this, they perfectly absorb moisture and sweat, helping you deal with unpleasant odors.

Any type of tea will work for this task. Choose the one that lies at the bottom of your kitchen cupboard and give it a second life. The longer you leave it inside the shoe, the better results you will get. Attention! Don't use it later to prepare a warming drink for your mother-in-law ;-)

#2 Essential Oils for Bad Smell

To deal with the stale smell from your favorite shoes, you can use essential oils. For this purpose, tea tree oil, lemongrass, lavender or eucalyptus will be perfect.

All of them have antibacterial and antifungal properties. Thanks to this, they allow you to eliminate unpleasant odors and effectively kill the bacteria and fungi that generate them.

There are several ways to use them. We have discussed them below.

Method 1. You will need a cotton swab on which you can spread a few drops of any essential oil. Then place a cotton ball inside the shoe and leave it overnight. If you care about time, you can only wipe the insert with it. Also, don't forget about the inner lining of the shoe, especially the toe area.

Method 2. Get a spray bottle and fill it with water. Add a few drops of your chosen essential oil and shake the bottle to mix the ingredients. Spray the inside of the shoe with the solution prepared in this way and leave it until it evaporates completely. 

Method 3. You must have heard that baking soda can do wonders when dealing with odor in your shoes. All you have to do is sprinkle it generously on the insole and leave the shoes for the night, and in the morning shake it thoroughly to get rid of the product residue and unpleasant smell. If you want to further enhance this effect and get maximum freshness, add a few drops of any essential oil to it before pouring baking soda into your shoes. Refreshing fragrance guaranteed!

#3 Dishwashing liquid and a used toothbrush to refresh your shoes

If you are dealing with shoes made of shoe fabric or natural leather (matt or varnished), you can easily refresh them with dishwashing liquid.

Prepare a small bowl in which you will prepare the solution. Pour two cups of warm water and add one teaspoon of dishwashing liquid to them, and then mix thoroughly until foam is obtained. Use a toothbrush to gently scrub the upper. Wipe your shoes with a damp paper towel to get rid of any liquid residue.

As you can see, refreshing your shoes is child's play. Remember that if you treat your footwear well, it will repay you with impeccable appearance and great durability.