Restore Dry Leather with Nivea Cream: A Simple DIY Trick Leather accessories—shoes, bags, belts—can dry out, fade, or even crack over time. Professional leather care products are often expensive or hard to find. Fortunately, here’s a simple home solution that’s surprised many: apply a bit of classic German NIVEA Creme to give your leather a fresh, supple look. Revitalize your leather goods with Nivea Cream—an easy DIY leather conditioner. What You’ll Need Nivea Classic .