"I use this daily and it does not affect the leather at all and lovely to know my bag is clean."
Melanie B. Verified Customer
Fabric & Leather Antibacterial Cleanser
- Sanitises leather, coated canvas and fabric interiors without alcohol, bleach or anything harsh
- Helps prevent mould and mildew, and can help lift existing growth
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"I use this daily and it does not affect the leather at all and lovely to know my bag is clean."
Melanie B. Verified Customer
Clean. Refresh. Protect.
One in five handbags carries more bacteria than an average toilet, and leather bags carry the most of all. The soft, porous surfaces we love are the same ones bacteria settle into, and the handles, the part you touch every single day, are consistently the worst.
Our best-selling Antibacterial Cleanser sanitises your luxury accessories and helps prevent mould and mildew, without alcohol, bleach or anything harsh enough to damage a finish.
- Kills bacteria gently - alcohol-free and pH-neutral, so it is safe for regular use on the leathers that household sanitisers would ruin
- Your best defence against mould - helps prevent mould and mildew from forming, and can help lift existing growth. This is the product we recommend for mould, not the Gentle Foam
- Safe where supermarket sprays are not - household antibacterial cleaners strip the coating on coated canvas and leave permanent white marks
A cleanser and a treatment. If your bag is visibly dirty or marked, reach for our Gentle Foam Cleanser first and use this afterwards.
How to use
Before first use: our bottles are airless, so a little air can be trapped inside during transit. Hold the bottle upright and press the top steadily - it usually takes around five pumps before the formula begins to flow. Keep it vertical while you do this, as an angled bottle will not release the air and may drip.
Shake well before use. The method is not the same for every material.
- Leather (lambskin, calfskin, caviar, vachetta, patent and exotics) - spray two to three times onto an Application Mitt or a clean, dry cloth, then work over the surface in light, even passes, section by section. Never spray leather directly. On exotics, work gently with the grain of the scales, never against.
- Fabric, coated canvas and interiors - hold the bottle 20-30cm away and spray a fine, even mist, keeping your hand moving. Do not saturate. For embroidery, mist onto a sponge and dab rather than rub.
Pay particular attention to handles, the base and the interior corners, where bacteria and moisture gather first. Allow a minimum of six hours to dry fully, away from direct heat or sunlight.
For mould, build up with several light applications rather than one heavy one, allowing the piece to dry between each. Leave the bag open in a well-ventilated room for 24 hours or more afterwards.
Always protect with our Water & Stain Guard after cleansing, allowing at least four to six hours between steps. Always test in an inconspicuous area first. Avoid contact with eyes and mouth.
Perfect for
- Smooth and finished leather
- Coated canvas, including LV Monogram, Damier and Goyard
- Fabric and embroidered bags
- Handbag interiors and linings
Not suitable for suede or nubuck.
Refill and save: each Refill Pouch fills your bottle twice, for less than replacing it.
Tackling mould already, or storing bags somewhere humid? Our Goodbye Mold Bundle pairs this cleanser with Pursefume capsules, a cloth and sponge, and our Goodbye Mold Guide.
60-Day Satisfaction Guarantee
We believe you’ll love caring for your handbags with Havre de Luxe. But if you’re not completely satisfied, you can return or exchange your items within 60 days. Your confidence and your handbag’s care are always our priority.
The Havre de Luxe Difference
Where timeless craftsmanship meets modern care - thoughtfully created for the handbags you truly treasure.
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Loved by collectors across the world
The Antibacterial Cleanser is the sanitising step our collectors rely on - for handles, linings and the humid months.
How to use the Antibacterial Cleanser
Mitt for leather, mist for fabric, and time to dry.
Shake and apply to the mitt
For leather, spray two to three times onto an Application Mitt or clean cloth and work over in light, even passes. Never spray leather directly.
Mist fabric and interiors
For fabric, coated canvas and linings, mist from 20-30cm with your hand moving. Pay attention to handles, the base and interior corners.
Allow to dry fully
A minimum of six hours, away from direct heat or sunlight. For mould, build up several light applications and leave the bag open to air for 24 hours or more.
Protect
Finish with two light coats of Water & Stain Guard, allowing four to six hours between steps.
The sanitising step your collection needs
Gentle enough for weekly use, made for the leathers that household sprays would ruin.
Safe where supermarket sprays are not
Household antibacterial cleaners and sanitising gel strip the coating on coated canvas and leave permanent white marks. Ours is alcohol-free and pH-neutral, so it sanitises without touching the finish.
- Kills bacteria gently on leather, coated canvas and fabric
- Helps prevent mould and mildew, and can help lift existing growth
- Safe on the exterior and the lining
Refill and save
Each Refill Pouch fills your bottle twice, for less than replacing it. Choose the Bottle and Refill Pouch together for the best value.
“The cleanser is easy to use and my light canvas bag stain has lightened after using them.”
Eve T. Verified Customer
Why collectors choose Havre de Luxe
Created for luxuryA note from Katelyn
“I ruined my first luxury handbag within weeks of bringing it home. I could not find care products tried and tested on bags like mine, so I created them. Ten years on, every Havre de Luxe product is still developed with master leather artisans and made in England.”
Katelyn, founder.
Loved by over 75,000 collectors worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions? We’ve got answers.
Shipping
Every order is despatched from England within 1-3 business days. Delivery times, costs and any free shipping offer for your country are on our shipping page.
Is this the product for mould?
Yes. The Antibacterial Cleanser helps prevent mould and mildew from forming and can help lift existing growth. Build up several light applications, allowing the piece to dry between each, and leave the bag open in a well-ventilated room for 24 hours or more afterwards. Our Goodbye Mold Bundle adds Pursefume capsules, a cloth and sponge and our Goodbye Mold Guide.
Should I use this or the Gentle Foam Cleanser?
Both have a job. The Antibacterial Cleanser sanitises. If your bag is visibly dirty or marked, reach for the Gentle Foam Cleanser first and use this afterwards.
Can I use it on coated canvas like LV Monogram?
Yes. It is safe on coated canvas including LV Monogram, Damier and Goyard, as well as smooth leather, fabric and interiors. Household antibacterial sprays and sanitising gel are not - they strip the coating and leave permanent white marks.
How often should I use it?
Weekly for the bags you carry most, and before any bag goes into storage. Allow a minimum of six hours to dry, then protect with Water & Stain Guard. Not suitable for suede or nubuck.
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