How do I lighten this topmost leather piping, handles on Louis Vuitton Neverfull Bag?

[Questions!]

Attached are photos for your review. Any help you can extend will be appreciated


#1
http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn4/Rogerkoh/UntreatedLVNeverfullPM-3.jpg

#2
http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn4/Rogerkoh/UntreatedLVNeverfullPM-2.jpg

#3
http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn4/Rogerkoh/UntreatedLVNeverfullPM.jpg

[Roger Koh]

The close-up picture #2 looks most likely it’s caused by body oil and grease contamination.
And in such situation it is also penetrated.

Recommended Removal Procedure:

Degreasing:
Degreaser-2.2 > Rinse-3.0 (Brush-1 + Eraser-4)

Reducing Sun Tanning Darkening Effect:
When dry and after degreasing inspection satisfaction – apply d’Tannin-3.5 treatment to balance the appearance.

Leather Rejuvenating:
When the leather is dry, after Eraser-4 and inspect with satisfaction – proceed with Hydrator-3.3 > Fatliquor-5.0.

Non-stick, Rub-resistant, Draggy-feel, Leather-scented Protection:
Protection-D+



Recommended kit is Kit V3.tn


http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn4/Rogerkoh/V3BT.jpg
Leather Doctor® Kit V3.tn : Vachetta Leather Tannin Removal Kit

More details on products and instructions is in this link: http://www.leathercleaningrestorationforum.com/forum/showthread.php?7684-Kit-V3-tn-Vachetta-Leather-Tannin-Removal-Kit

I will help to walk you through.

Roger Koh
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