How to Remove Hermes Ink Stains: A Step-by-Step Cleaning Guide
Accidentally spilled ink on your Hermes bag? We cover the best methods for removing Hermes ink stains with ease. Follow this guide and you'll be back to showing off your bag in no time.
Updated 17 Feb 2023
By Mateuzs Kowalski
Understanding Hermes Ink Stains
If you have a bag made of Box calf leather or Epsom leather, the ink stain will likely sink into leather quickly. This means that if you don't act fast, the stain may become nearly impossible to remove. To avoid permanent damage, it's important to clean the ink as soon as you can.
How to Remove Hermes Ink Stains
- To start, it’s important to remember that leather is not waterproof. Therefore, you should never use water to attempt to clean the stain.
- Next, to dilute ink, you can use a mixture of rubbing alcohol and a few drops of dish soap. Use a cloth or cotton swab to dab the stain with the diluted solution.
- After visible ink is gone, you’ll need to condition leather to restore its oil and moisture. If you have a conditioning cream specifically made for leather, apply a little of it to stained area.
- Finally, allow the stain to completely dry before putting the item away.
Prevent Future Ink Stains
To avoid dealing with ink stains in the future, try using a protective spray before wearing or using the item. There are also sprays available that help repel ink and other liquids. As a last resort, you can keep a fabric pen protector handy, like a pen case or holder, to protect your Hermes from ink marks.
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