Protecting those Hyundai Getz leather seats

To protect the Hyundai Getz leather seats I installed for Gina, I recently purchased Armor All® Leather Care Gel on discounted sale from Ace Hardware – SM Makati. This leather gel claims:

• Cleaning agents restore leather to its original, natural look.
• Unique conditioners keep leather looking rich and enhance its natural beauty.
• To create a barrier to protect from spills and stains.

“Armor All® Leather Care Gel cleans and conditions for that lasting luxurious look! It contains special UV blockers that scavenge damaging free radicals. The rich, moisturizing cream allows even, mess-free application. It has been specially formulated to be neither sticky nor greasy. Armor All® Leather Care Gel is also recommended for luggage, briefcases, furniture and handbags.”

So how did Armor all Leather Care Gel do on its first run with Gina?

I used a clean, slightly damp cotton cloth to apply the Armor All Leather Care Gel to the leather seats of my Hyundai Getz. Rubbing the Armor All Leather Care Gel into the leather in a circular motion allowed the gel to be absorbed quickly, and I kept a roll of paper towels nearby to soak up excess moisture. I tend to scrimp application portions with my car care items, and I was impressed with how little gel seemed to go a long way. The bottle promised 20 seats, but I think I can get more.

Initial impression: the Armor All Leather Care Gel seemed to react well with the black leather portion of the seats of my Hyundai Getz, leaving it with a slight gloss, and decidedly more supple. The light brown leather, however, seemed to have been stained darker upon initial gel application, something I attributed to the wetness of the gel rather than any possible dirt. A quick dab with my paper towels helped remove visible gel spots, especially around the stitching.

After application: It’s been three days, and my Philippine Hyundai Getz’s leather seats do feel a little softer, especially the brown leather portion. The initial stains are gone, indicating they were just the results of the moisture of the gel. Armor All Leather Care Gel also claims to protect the seats from the heat and the sun’s UV rays, which makes me feel a little more confident with the longevity and quality of the seats.

Would I recommend Armor All Leather Care Gel? It’s probably too soon to tell, but at this point, with maintenance of Hyundai Getz leather seats an important part of my priority car care list, I think it’s relatively safe to say that Armor All Leather Care Gel will probably be my leather care cleaner of choice for the next few months.