3 proven ways to refresh your favorite shoes

Why is it worth refreshing your shoes?

Your shoe collection will certainly include that one and only pair that you love and would love to wear every day. Regardless of whether they are comfortable sneakers or stylish sneakers, it is worth refreshing them regularly. Are you wondering why? 

Firstly, well-kept shoes say a lot about their owner, constituting his kind of calling card. Old, damaged and, above all, dirty footwear shows that you absolutely do not care about details and you are probably a chaotic, disorganized person. On the other hand, people with clean, well-kept shoes make a much better impression. They seem neat, exude self-confidence and inspire trust. 

Secondly, Regularly refreshed shoes become more durable. Although they are inevitably exposed to wear and tear due to everyday 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 him with peace of mind, without worrying about leaving unpleasant odors.

What's more, well-groomed shoes are the real finishing touch to any styling. You can't imagine wearing an expensive designer suit and dirty, worn-out shoes, can you?

Home ways to refresh shoes

Now that you know why it's worth refreshing your favorite footwear regularly, you're probably wondering how to do it without going bankrupt. After all, there are specialized, professional shoe products 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. This is a real money saver, and the effects may be surprising. Let's get started!

#1 Tea to get rid of unpleasant odors

To regenerate your favorite shoes, you will need some tea. And not just to have more time while getting rid of the unpleasant smell inside them. 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 is lying at the bottom of your kitchen cabinet and give it a second life. The longer you leave it inside the shoe, the better the results. 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 bad smell from your favorite shoes, you can use essential oils. Tea tree, lemongrass, lavender or eucalyptus oil are perfect for this purpose.

All of them have antibacterial and antifungal properties. Thanks to this, they 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 pad on which you can spread a few drops of any essential oil. Then place the cotton pad inside the shoe and leave it overnight. If you are pressed for time, you can just wipe the insert with it. Don't forget about the inner lining of the shoe, especially the toe area.

Method 2. Prepare 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 prepared solution and leave until it evaporates completely. 

Method 3. You've probably heard that baking soda can work wonders when dealing with unpleasant shoe odors. Just sprinkle it generously on the insole and leave your shoes overnight, and in the morning you should shake them off thoroughly, getting rid of any product remnants and unpleasant smell. If you want to further enhance this effect and get maximum freshness, before pouring baking soda into your shoe, add a few drops of any essential oil to it. Refreshing scent guaranteed!

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

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

Prepare a small bowl in which to prepare the solution. Pour two cups of warm water and add one teaspoon of dishwashing liquid, then mix thoroughly until foam forms. Using a toothbrush, gently scrub the upper. To remove any remaining liquid, wipe your shoes with a damp paper towel.

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