Leather Degreaser, Hydrator and Softener Kit DHS3

  Leather Degreaser, Hydrator, and Softener Kit DHS3 by Leather Doctor® safely and effectively degreases, cleans, pH-balances, hydrates, softens, and protects old, stiff leather.

A holistic system includes a dovetailing process with these bundled products. 

Leather Degreaser 2.2

Degreaser 2.2 by Leather Doctor is a pH 2.2 degreaser for removing body oil and grease, and other oil, grease, or wax conditioners.

   Leather pH Cleaner 1.5

pH 1.5 by Leather Doctor is a pH 1.5 balanced specialty cleaner that removes aging sweat and harmful alkaline cleaner residues.

   Leather Acidifier 2.0

Acidifier 2.0 by Leather Doctor is a pH 2.0 acidifier rinse for controlling, neutralizing, and pH-balancing leather from denaturing into sticky rawhide.

  Leather Hydrator 3.3

Hydrator 3.3 by Leather Doctor is a pH 3.3 balanced hydrator with multiple functions including relaxing stiffened and hardened aging leather.

  Leather Fatliquor 5.0

Fatliquor 5.0 softening conditioner is a pH 5.0 micro-emulsion of fat, oil, and water for rejuvenating, restoring, and softening all types of leather and suede to impart their original suppleness and protect them from dry rotting and stiffness.

  Leather Protector B

Protector B by Leather Doctor is a pH 3.2 non-stick, rub-resistant conditioner that imparts a soft buttery feel to leather. The leather scent version is Leather Scent Protector B Plus.

    Kit DHS3 concentrates require 1049g (1.15 Quarts) to be mixed and filled before use to these selected leather-safe products: 

 How to Degrease, Hydrate & Soften Leather

  A complete 3-step system that includes pre-cleaning, conditioning, and post-protection.

  Pre-Clean & pH Balance

• Products: Degreaser 2.2 → pH Cleaner 1.5 → Acidifier 2.0 

1. Shake Degreaser 2.2 until it becomes a gel.
2. Apply generously to greasy or stained areas using a brush or eraser.
3. Massage in, then blot with an absorbent towel until it looks clean.
4. Reapply Degreaser as needed and let it dwell for 5–30 minutes (don’t let it dry). Blot again.
5. Dilute pH Cleaner 1.5 (1:12 ratio with 209g distilled water or fill 1.5" from the top of 8oz bottle).
6. Apply, brush, and blot until the towel comes out clean.
7. Dilute Acidifier 2.0 (1:25 ratio with 218g distilled water or fill 1.5" from the top of 8oz bottle).
8. Apply and brush in, then blot. Leave to dwell 5–30 minutes for stiffness relaxation.
9. The leather should now feel squeaky-clean, not tacky or slimy.

 Hydrate & Soften

• Products: Hydrator 3.3 → Fatliquor 5.0 

1. Dilute Hydrator 3.3 (1:25 ratio with 218g distilled water).
2. Apply and work into the leather, focusing on stitching, micro-cracks, or the reverse side.
3. For stiff leather, cover with a Hydrator-soaked Towel 5 for 1–72 hours to allow deep soaking.
4. When leather becomes relaxed, massage and reshape it to original form.
5. Blot out excess Hydrator, then proceed with Fatliquor while leather is damp.
6. Shake and dilute Fatliquor 5.0 (1:1 with 189g distilled water).
7. Apply in light coats, allowing water to evaporate between applications.
8. Continue layering until leather is saturated and won't absorb more.
9. If surface appears milky, drive residue in or rinse with Hydrator 3.3.
10. Let it air dry, then massage, flex, and stake the leather for final softness.

 Post-Protection

• Product: Protector B

1. Dilute Protector B (1:19 ratio with 215g distilled water).
2. Apply lightly by brush or pad, allow to dry.
3. Leaves a buttery-smooth feel, helps resist future soiling and friction damage. 

  Any questions, comments or suggestion to help improve this product overview is welcome.

Edited: December 7, 2024| December 17, 2024 | April 25, 2025 by Roger Koh