Name: Aniline Wax Pull Up Leather Care Kit AW3
Brand: Leather Doctor®
Availability: InStock

Product Overview

Aniline Wax Pull-Up Leather Care Kit AW3 by Leather Doctor® is expertly curated to clean, rinse, hydrate, soften, revive, and condition to its original beauty.

Restores. Revives. Renews.

Designed for preventive, routine, periodic, and restorative care, it enhances both the look and feel of your leather—preserving its unique character and comfortable suppleness, restoring it to its original showroom beauty.

What is Wax Pull-Up Leather?

Wax pull-up leather features a dual-conditioning system:

Wax Pull Up 8.6 – Restores the fashion effect and glossy pull-up sheen.
Fatliquor 5.0 – Essential softening conditioner used in all quality leathers.

How to Identify Wax Pull-Up Leather?

Pull or stretch reveals a lighter color that reverts with warmth from your hand.
Glossy sheen is common and easily shows fingernail scratches.
Aniline-dyed-through – The reverse suede matches the surface color.

Common Issues & Their Causes:

Why Does Fading Occur?

Aniline dyes are more UV-sensitive than pigments.
Loss of internal fat and oil (fatliquor) reduces color richness.

Why Does Leather Feel Stiff in Sunlit Areas?

Heat and UV exposure evaporate fats and oils, causing dryness and stiffness.

How Does Stiffness Lead to Cracking?

Without enough fatliquor, fibers stick together, stiffen, and eventually crack when flexed.

Maintaining Perpetual Softness

Use Hydrator 3.3 periodically to relax compressed fibers.
Replenish with Fatliquor 5.0 to restore suppleness and internal lubrication.
This system strengthens leather structure and slows down aging.

Kit AW3 – Core System (4 Steps)

1. Clean & Rinse

Prep 4.4 – Deep prep cleaner
Cleaner 3.8 – Gentle leather cleaner
Rinse 3.0 – pH-balanced rinse

2. Hydrate & Soften

Hydrator 3.3 – Fiber relaxer
Fatliquor 5.0 – Fat & oil replenisher

3. Revive Pull-Up Effect

Wax Pull Up 8.6 – Restores wax pull-up look & feel

4. Protect

Protector W – Final rub-resistant finish conditioner

Included Tools

Brush 1 – For deep agitation
Foam 2 – Foam dispersion tool
Towel 5 – Wipe & absorb residue

Optional Add-Ons (Not included in base kit):

For enhanced results or more specific needs, consider these:

Sanitizer 3.9 – Disinfects and sanitizes leather surfaces
Deodorizer 4.5 – Neutralizes unwanted odors
Gloss 76 – Topcoat refinisher to restore gloss and protection
Repair Kit A7.r – For minor surface repairs

Leather Doctor® AW3 Kit
For long-lasting beauty, suppleness, and durability of your aniline wax pull-up leather—because leather should age gracefully, not prematurely.

Leather Prep Cleaner 4.4

Prep 4.4 by Leather Doctor® is a specialized pH 4.4 solution designed for deep cleaning heavily soiled, pH-sensitive leather.

This advanced formula effectively removes accumulated dirt, silicone shine, sticky residues, and greasy stains while ensuring a safe and effective cleaning process.

Key Benefits:

✔ Deep cleans heavily soiled leather.
✔ Removes accumulated dirt, grease, and sticky residues
✔ Eliminates silicone shine for a natural finish
✔ Safe for pH-sensitive leathers.

Leather Cleaner 3.8

Cleaner 3.8 by Leather Doctor® is a leather-safe, pH 3.8 mild cleaner formulated to effectively emulsify and lift general soiling without causing common side effects.

Key Benefits:

✔ Gently Cleans Without Harsh Effects – Maintains leather’s natural integrity
✔ Works Seamlessly with Prep 4.4 and Prep 7.7 – Allows for after cleaning of sticky residue
✔ Prevents Rings & Browning – Ideal for pH-sensitive leathers
✔ Residue-Free with Rinse 3.0 – Restores leather’s pH balance for long-term care

How It Works:

Cleaner 3.8 is designed to break down and suspend dirt for easy removal while keeping the leather's structure intact.
When followed by Rinse 3.0, it ensures a neutralized, residue-free finish, preventing unwanted side effects such as stiffness, discoloration, or over-drying.
This makes it especially beneficial for aniline and other delicate leather types.

Leather Rinse 3.0

Rinse 3.0 by Leather Doctor® is a pH 3.0 leather-safe rinse formulated to remove suspended soil and restore the pH balance of leather, ensuring its structural integrity and long-term durability.

Key Features & Benefits:

✔ Removes Suspended Soil – Lifts and extracts emulsified soiling for a clean, residue-free finish
✔ Neutralizes Alkaline Residues – Restores pH balance to prevent damage from alkaline overexposure
✔ Prevents Tackiness & Dye Bleeding – Stabilizes the leather structure, reducing unwanted texture changes
✔ Enhances Leather’s Ionic Charge – Recharges the leather with a positive (+ve) charge, improving its ability to bond with negatively (-ve) charged tanning agents, dyestuff, and fatliquor
✔ Preserves Suppleness & Durability – Helps maintain the leather’s softness, preventing stiffness and cracking

This essential finishing rinse ensures leather remains clean, soft, and structurally sound after the cleaning process.

Leather Hydrator 3.3

Hydrator 3.3 by Leather Doctor® is a pH 3.3 hydrating conditioner designed to relax, soften, and restore leather’s natural integrity while preparing it for fatliquoring.

Key Benefits:

✔ Restores Leather Softness & Flexibility – Relaxes stiff fibers and prevents brittleness
✔ Smooths Out Creases & Wrinkles – Prepares leather for optimal conditioning
✔ Reactivates Dormant Dyestuff – Helps resurface color for a more even appearance
✔ Prepares for Fatliquoring – Enhances absorption of essential oils and fats
✔ Residue-Free & Non-Sticky – Ensures a clean, breathable finish

How It Works:

Hydrator 3.3 penetrates deep into the leather, reducing surface tension and allowing for colloidal water movement to reactivate dyes and even out color inconsistencies. It plumps the leather structure, making it more receptive to fatliquoring with Fatliquor 5.0, which restores essential oils for long-term suppleness and durability.

Hydrator 3.3 is an essential step in rejuvenating aged, dry, or stiff leather, ensuring lasting flexibility, color vibrancy, and overall leather health.

Leather Fatliquor 5.0

Fatliquor 5.0 by Leather Doctor® is a pH 5.0 micro-emulsion of fat, oil, and water to restore the leather's original softness, strength, and flexibility.

How It Works:

✔ Replenishes Essential Fats & Oils – Prevents leather from drying, stiffening, or cracking
✔ Enhances Leather’s Suppleness & Elasticity – Maintains a soft, luxurious feel
✔ Strengthens Leather Fibers – Improves tensile strength and durability
✔ Creates a Breathable Structure – Ensures leather remains pliable without feeling greasy
✔ Prevents Brittleness & Fiber Breakage – Essential for long-term leather preservation

Application Process:

When applied, the water-encased fat and oil molecules penetrate deep into the leather fibers. As the water gradually evaporates, the fat and oil molecules hydrogen bond with the fibers, creating a breathable, flexible structure that enhances leather’s resilience and longevity.

Ideal for Restoring & Maintaining:

Proper fatliquoring ensures that leather retains its tensile strength, resists breakage, and maintains its natural softness, preventing premature aging and deterioration.

Leather Conditioner Wax Pull-Up 8.6

Wax Pull-Up 8.6 by Leather Doctor® is a rejuvenator for restoring the diminishing aniline wax effect lost through usage, aging, or cleaning.

It is highly recommended that the primary leather softening process of hydration and fatliquoring be completed to satisfaction before applying the secondary wax pull-up effect.

The Importance of Hydration & Fatliquoring Before Applying Wax Pull-Up 8.6:

Before restoring the aniline wax pull-up effect, it is highly recommended to complete the primary leather softening process through hydration and fatliquoring.

Here's why:

1. Hydration – Relax, Revive & Rejuvenate

Over time, leather loses moisture due to aging, environmental exposure, and cleaning. Dry leather fibers become stiff and prone to cracking.

Hydration helps:

✅ Relax stiff fibers and correct shrinkage
✅ Open up the leather structure for better fat and oil absorption
✅ Reduce dryness-induced creases and stiffness

2. Fatliquoring – Restoring Softness & Strength

Once hydrated, leather requires fatliquoring, which replenishes the natural fats and oil that provide:

✅ Softness and flexibility
✅ Internal lubrication to prevent stiffness and cracking
✅ Resistance against premature wear and aging

3. Wax Pull-Up Effect – Finishing Touch for Beauty & Function

Only after leather is fully softened should Leather Conditioner Wax Pull-Up 8.6 be applied.

This ensures:

✔️ A revived wax pull-up effect for a rich, dynamic look
✔️ Enhanced suppleness without overloading stiff leather
✔️ Long-lasting protection and beauty

By following this two-step restoration process, you maximize the longevity and luxurious feel of aniline wax pull-up leather.

Leather Protector W

Protector W by Leather Doctor® is a matte, soft, waxy-feel, non-stick, rub-resistant conditioner designed to enhance and protect leather while maintaining a refined, natural appearance.

Features & Benefits:

✔ Matte, Waxy-Feel Conditioning – Provides a soft, luxurious touch without an artificial gloss
✔ Non-Stick Formula – Shields against sticky soiling and prevents dirt buildup
✔ Rub-Resistant Protection – Reduces friction wear, scuffing, and stretching for extended leather durability
✔ Refined Appearance – Enhances the leather’s natural beauty with a finer, non-glossy finish

Protector W Plus

✔ Offers the same benefits as Protector W, but with an added luxurious leather scent

Protector W keeps leather feeling soft, looking elegant, and protected from everyday stress without the cheap gloss look.

Instruction Guide

Water Mixing Instructions (Before Use):

This Kit AW3 requires 1.276g (1.4 quarts) of distilled water, to be mixed with the product concentrates.

Fill each 8oz bottle to approximately 250g or 1.5 inches below the top.
Shake well to fully activate the solution before use.

A. Cleaning System – Prep 4.4, Cleaner 3.8 & Rinse 3.0

1. Prep 4.4 – Heavy Soiling Pre-Cleaner

Apply thinly using Foam 2.
Let dwell for 5 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the level of soiling.
Allow to dwell if needed for deeper penetration, lubrication, and soil suspension.

2. Cleaner 3.8 – Active Leather Cleaner

Apply over Prep 4.4.
Agitate with Brush 1.
Use Towel 5 to extract suspended soiling.
Repeat with clean sides of the towel until no visible soil remains.

3. Rinse 3.0 – Neutralizing Rinse

Apply evenly and agitate again with Brush 1.
Extract residue with Towel 5, folding to a clean side each time.
Continue until the leather feels clean and squeaky.

B. Hydrating & Softening – Hydrator 3.3 & Fatliquor 5.0

1. Hydrator 3.3 – Fiber Relaxer

Apply and spread using Foam 2 until the surface darkens evenly.
While the leather is saturated: Gently massage, flex, and stake to relax stiffness, creases, and restore shape.
Continue until leather feels relaxed and ready for fatliquoring.

2. Fatliquor 5.0 – Fat & Oil Replenisher

Apply to fully saturate the leather and let it air dry naturally.
Reapply after each drying cycle, as water evaporates, leaving behind essential fats and oils.
Repeat until the leather absorbs no more.
As it approaches full dryness, massage, flex, and stake again to restore soft suppleness—this preps the leather for the pull-up revival stage.

C. Wax Effect Conditioning – Wax Pull Up 8.6

Apply evenly to achieve a uniform darkening effect.
Let the wax absorb and dry naturally.
A cloudy crystalline film will form on the surface—this is normal.
Heat-activate with hot hair dryer or gentle heat to melt the wax into a glossy pull-up sheen.

D. Final Protection – Protector W

Apply and spread a light coat using a lint-free cloth.
Let it air dry.
Leather is now conditioned, protected, and ready for use.

Pro Tips:

Always test each product on a hidden area first.
Use only distilled water to avoid mineral contamination.
Work in sections for large items to ensure even results.
Avoid exposing treated leather to direct sunlight or heat until fully dried and conditioned.

People Also Ask:

What is a Leather Systematic Cycle of Care?"
What is a Leather Preventive Care System?
What is a Leather Routine Care System?
What is a Leather Periodic Care System?
What is a Leather Restorative Care System?

1: What is a Leather Systematic Cycle of Care?

A leather systematic cycle of care includes preventive, routine, periodic, and restorative levels of care to bring suppleness, and appearance at all times high.

2: What is a Leather Preventive Care System?

A leather preventive care system is a nonstick, rub-resistant conditioning to increase the leather's resistance to wet and dry rubs, thus reducing stretch, scuff, and abrasion with Protector W.

3: What is a Leather Routine Care System?

A routine care system includes dust cleaning, conditioning, and attending to spots and stains as required.
Rinse 3.0 routinely neutralizing perspiration soiling prevents the leather from denaturing into tackiness.
Sanitizer 3.9 routinely sanitizing keeps a hygienic bacteria-free surface.
Deodorizer 4.5 routinely deodorizing keeps the leather free of unwanted odors.
Protector W routinely conditioning keeps the leather nonsticky and reduces friction wear.

4: What is a Leather Periodic Care System?

A periodic care system is recommended before soiling causes damage to the leather finishing.
It requires attention to body contact surfaces like the headrest and armrest with most soiling from body oil, grease, and sweat.
Cleaner 3.8 and Rinse 3.0 cleans and rinse periodically keeping the leather clean and healthy, at all times.
Hydrator 3.3 and Fatliquor 5.0 to relax and soften the leather periodically keeping it free from dryness and stiffness with suppleness.
Wax Pull-up 8.6 periodic revival keeps the fashion pull-up effects fresh and lively.

5: What is a Leather Restorative Care System?

A leather restorative care system is the ultimate salvage system that removes unwanted accumulated soiling and aged conditioners.
It requires a preparatory cleaning product such as Prep 4.4, to work in sequence with Cleaner 3.8 followed by the Rinse 3.0 system.
Gloss 76 to restore topcoat wear and damage is an option.

How to Identify Leather Stains?

Stain identification is crucial for effective treatment and is based on six key factors:
Appearance, Odor, Color, Feel-of-Hand, Location, and Buildup or Absorption.

1. Appearance

Observing how the stain looks can indicate whether it is a spill, rub-on, penetration, or surface deposit.
Some stains may cause dye or finish damage, revealing changes in the leather’s color or texture.

2. Odor

Smelling the stain can help identify its source.
Common odors include:

Moldy (fungal growth)
Smoke (fire or cigarette exposure)
Putrid (decaying organic matter)
Ammonia (urine contamination)

3. Color

Color provides a clue to the staining substance but can change over time due to oxidation.
The leather’s natural color may also influence how the stain appears.

Red stains: Could be from wine, blood, lipstick, nail polish, or beverages.
Blood stains: Can oxidize and shift from red to tan, then to black.

4. Feel-of-Hand

Touching the stain helps determine its type:

Sticky: Likely from candy, beverages, or sugary substances.
Brittle and stiff: Could be nail polish, paint, or shellac.
Greasy smear: Often caused by lipstick, oils, or butter.

5. Location

The stain’s location on the leather provides hints about its origin.

Headrests & armrests: Usually stained by body oil, sweat, and grease.
Seat cushions: Often show food or beverage spills.

6. Buildup or Absorbed

Stains can be surface-level (built-up) or deeply absorbed into the leather.

Built-up stains (common on pigmented leather) include paint, food residue, and ink.
Absorbed stains (common on nubuck, aniline, and unfinished leather) include wine, tea, and coffee.
Combination stains: Some stains contain both absorbed and surface elements, such as lipstick, ink, and mustard.
Protein-based stains: Examples include blood, dairy, and egg-based spills.
Oil-based stains: Often come from grease, butter, and lotions.
Colloidal stains: May require specialized treatments.

7. Additional Considerations

Sweat stains can chemically alter leather, causing tackiness (when dry) or sliminess (when wet).
Dye stains may show up when wiping with a white towel—this indicates color crocking.
Fatliquor leaching (spew) appears as a milky film and causes leather to become stiff and prone to cracking.

By carefully identifying stains, you can apply the appropriate Leather Doctor® solutions to restore leather to its original beauty.

How to Use this Aniline Wax Pull-up Leather Problem-Solving Matrix?

This matrix categorizes common issues with pigmented leather into five groups: Soil, Stain, Odor, Finish, and Structure (listed in the left column).
Corresponding recommended products are displayed across the top row.
Each number within the matrix indicates the steps required to address the problem holistically.

For example:
If a leather issue involves an unknown compound that combines soil, stain, and odor, follow the sequence across the matrix, combining necessary steps from each category. The process should always conclude when the leather finishes become absorbent from micro-crazing, abrasion, scratches, and stitching holes.