Start by checking the material and Lejan’s care instructions for your pair. For smooth napa leather, use a barely damp microfiber cloth and a small amount of mild, diluted soap if the manufacturer allows it. For mesh styles, SneakERASERS SOAK offers a deeper clean. Use a SneakERASERS sponge only on smooth, non-porous rubber areas, then let the shoes air-dry away from direct heat.

Lejan shoes are designed for a flexible, barefoot feel, so a gentle, material-specific routine matters. This guide covers the supplies you need, separate methods for leather and mesh, safe sole touch-ups, and simple habits that help your pair stay fresh.

Lejan offers shoes with different upper materials, including smooth leather and mesh, paired with flexible soles. Check the product page or label for your exact style before cleaning, because care instructions can vary by material and finish.

That material difference is why one method does not fit every pair. Smooth leather needs minimal moisture and a light touch. Mesh can usually handle a deeper water-based clean when the manufacturer permits it. Smooth rubber areas can take targeted swipes with a damp SneakERASERS sponge.

Flexible footwear can lose its shape when it is handled too aggressively. Follow Lejan’s instructions first, avoid direct heat, and choose the least intensive method that removes the dirt.

You do not need a full cleaning station. A short list of household items and one or two purpose-built products handles every job.

• Soft, clean microfiber cloth

• Small bowl of lukewarm water

• A few drops of mild soap, if Lejan’s care instructions allow it

• Soft-bristle brush for loose, dry dirt

• SneakERASERS 10-pack for rubber soles and scuff touch-ups

• SneakERASERS SOAK for compatible mesh and fabric styles

Avoid bleach, harsh chemicals, hot water, and direct heat. If Lejan’s care instructions differ from this guide, follow the manufacturer’s directions.

SneakERASERS appeared on Shark Tank and has been used to clean more than six million pairs of shoes, with over 13,000 customer reviews. Add a little water to activate the sponge, then use it on smooth, non-porous areas such as rubber soles and sidewalls.

Smooth napa leather calls for a gentle approach. Check Lejan’s care instructions for your exact pair, spot-test in a hidden area, and use as little moisture as possible.

Pull the laces before you touch water to the shoe. Drop them in a small bowl with a few drops of soap and lukewarm water so they clean while you handle the uppers.

Lift loose dirt with a clean, dry microfiber cloth or a very soft brush. Do not use the white SneakERASERS sponge on the leather upper. Save it for smooth, non-porous rubber areas.

If Lejan’s instructions allow mild soap, mix only a few drops into lukewarm water. Dip the microfiber cloth, then wring it thoroughly so it is barely damp.

Glide the cloth gently across the leather without saturating it. Follow with a second clean, barely damp cloth to lift any residue. Stop if you notice discoloration or a change in texture.

For a remaining mark, repeat the gentle cloth method once. Avoid extra pressure, and stop if the finish begins to change.

For marks on smooth rubber near the sole edge, lightly dampen a SneakERASERS sponge and swipe gently. The sponge may wear down as it lifts the mark, much like a pencil eraser. Keep it off the leather panels and any porous or delicate finish.

Let the shoes air-dry in a shaded, well-ventilated place. Keep them away from hairdryers, radiators, and other direct heat sources.

Loosely stuff each shoe with clean white paper to help hold its shape and absorb moisture. Avoid printed paper that could transfer ink, and do not wear the shoes until they are fully dry.

Mesh needs a different routine from leather. For more detail on cleaning white mesh shoes, remove loose dirt first, use a cleaner made for porous fabric, and allow enough time for the shoes to air-dry fully.

Remove the laces and slide the insoles out before anything else. Both clean better on their own and dry much faster separated from the shoe.

Dry-brush the mesh gently to lift loose dirt before adding water. Clean removable laces and insoles separately, following Lejan’s care instructions for each component.

The standard SneakERASERS sponge is intended for smooth, non-porous surfaces, not mesh. For a deeper clean on mesh and fabric, use SneakERASERS SOAK according to its label, provided Lejan’s instructions allow the shoe to be soaked.

Follow the SOAK label for dilution and timing. Do not extend the soak or submerge the shoes unless both the product directions and Lejan’s care instructions permit it.

Rinse as directed, using cool water, and remove any remaining cleaner without twisting the material.

Press the shoes gently in a clean towel to absorb excess water. Do not wring or twist them. Air-dry in a shaded, well-ventilated place until every part is fully dry.

Smooth rubber soles and sidewalls are where the SneakERASERS sponge works best. Dampen it lightly, then swipe gently over marks on the rubber. Use light pressure and keep the sponge away from leather, mesh, suede, nubuck, and other porous or delicate finishes.

Light pressure helps the sponge last longer. It is designed to wear down like a pencil eraser as it lifts marks from smooth surfaces.

The inside of a shoe stays in close contact with your foot, yet it is easy to overlook. A University of Arizona study reported an average of 421,000 units of bacteria on shoe exteriors and 2,887 on interiors, which is a useful reminder to clean removable insoles and let footwear dry between wears.

If Lejan permits it, wipe the interior lightly with a damp cloth and a small amount of mild, diluted soap. Clean removable insoles separately, and let every component dry fully before reassembly. For odor, follow the manufacturer’s recommended care method rather than adding an unapproved treatment.

A few common habits can shorten the life of flexible shoes. Check Lejan’s instructions before machine washing, soaking, or applying any cleaner.

• Machine washing without approval. Use a machine only if Lejan’s care instructions for your exact pair explicitly allow it.

• Direct heat. Keep wet shoes away from radiators, hairdryers, and other concentrated heat sources.

• Bleach and harsh chemicals. These can discolor or damage delicate materials and finishes.

• Using a typical eraser or heavy pressure on the leather upper. Skip both. The SneakERASERS sponge belongs on the sole and hard edges, not on the main leather panels.

• Storing shoes while damp. Let every part dry fully before wearing or storing the pair.

Small, regular touch-ups are usually easier on the materials than occasional heavy cleaning. When you notice a mark on a smooth rubber area, use a damp cloth or a light swipe with a SneakERASERS sponge.

Clean the upper when it looks dirty rather than following a rigid schedule. Use the lightest suitable method, reserve SOAK for compatible mesh and fabric styles, and allow each pair to dry fully between wears.

A few quick answers to the most common questions about caring for Lejans.

Match the method to the material, use minimal moisture, and let the shoes air-dry away from direct heat. Follow Lejan’s care instructions for your exact style, especially before machine washing or soaking.

Only use dish soap if Lejan’s care instructions allow a mild, diluted soap on your shoe’s material. Spot-test first, keep leather barely damp, and use SOAK rather than the standard sponge for compatible mesh and fabric styles.

They can develop odor when moisture stays inside. Clean removable insoles as directed, rotate pairs when possible, and let the shoes dry fully between wears.

Clean them when dirt or odor appears rather than on a fixed calendar. Frequent light touch-ups can reduce the need for more intensive cleaning.

Gentle, material-specific care helps Lejan shoes look fresh without putting unnecessary stress on the upper or sole. Start with the least intensive method and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Keep SneakERASERS nearby for quick touch-ups on smooth rubber soles and sidewalls. For compatible mesh or fabric pairs, use SneakERASERS SOAK according to the label and Lejan’s care instructions. With more than six million pairs cleaned and over 13,000 customer reviews, ERASERS products offer a simple way to build the right cleaner into your shoe-care routine.

Cleaning Industry Research Institute. “Study Reveals High Bacteria Levels on Footwear.” Reporting on research by University of Arizona microbiologist Charles Gerba and The Rockport Company, 2008.