When first receiving the boots from any store, you must first check to see that the boots are in brand new condition. One can never be too picky when purchasing UGG boots. Once you see that the boots are in brand new condition, you can start the caring process for your boots.

UGG boots look and feel wonderful because of the sheepskin and wool used to make each pair. Both wool and Sheepskin are extremely delicate, so your UGGs should never be placed in a washing machine or dryer.

Before wearing the UGGs, protect them with UGG Sheepskin Water & Stain Repellent to insure the best care and long lasting use of them.

Directions: Apply outdoors in a well ventilated area. Hold container 6 inches from sheepskin and spray in a back-and-forth motion thoroughly and evenly including the seams. Do not saturate. For best results, let dry for 24 hours. During wet weather, use Repellent more frequently.

When your UGG boots receive a spot or stain after long use of wearing them, it is recommended to use the UGG Sheepskin Cleaner & Conditioner. This product is formulated from natural products using coconut and jojoba oils. It is non-toxic and biodegradable and uses no animal products. It is specially created by UGG Australia to clean, condition and rejuvenate the life of your sheepskin footwear.

Directions: Hand Wash only. DO NOT use a washing machine. Moisten sheepskin footwear with clean, cold water. Dilute the Cleaner & Conditioner with equal proportions. DO NOT apply cleaner and conditioner directly onto sheepskin footwear. Apply a small amount of diluted Cleaner and Conditioner solution to a clean wet sponge. Gently scrub to clean the entire area and rinse boots in clean, cold water. Lightly stuff boots with paper to hold shape and allow drying naturally. DO NOT dry in direct heat or sunlight. Once dry, lightly brush boots in one direction only.

Product Care for Fancy Sheepskin, Fancy Suede, and all Leathers

Instructions on cleaning Classic Metallics, Paisley, Mosaic, Embroidered Boots, Croc, Floral, Sweater Knit, Specialty Suede:

*Use a clean, soft, damp rag and wipe the spot gently.
*DO NOT rub
*DO NOT use any cleaning product
*DO NOT use a brush
*You may use UGG Australia Water and Stain Repellent

UGG also carries the UGG Sheepskin Care Kit. This kit includes everything you need to clean and protect your UGG twin-faced sheepskin boots and slippers. This kit includes UGG Cleaner & Conditioner, UGG Water & Stain Repellant, UGG Sheepskin Freshener, a five and a half inch brush, and a stone to revive the natural luster of your twin-faced sheepskin boots.

This care kit is recommended for use only on twin-faced sheepskin boots and slippers within the Classic, Ultra and Ultimate Collections.

Overall, you will be very satisfied with using these products to help keep your boots looking brand spanking new. These care products will give your boots a new long lasting look that will carry out with you through any weather. Remember, if you take care of your boots, they will take care of you.

There are those who insist the ugg in ugg boots derives from ugly. Websites have even sprung up vilifying uggs and calling for the immediate cessation of wearing uggs. Although the roots of the term can’t be precisely pinned down it has been copyrighted and now serves as the signature brand of ugg boots. However, many variations of ugg boots are on the market and they are undoubtedly one of the most popular type of boots sold. Most are labeled as simply sheepskin boots. All have the same distinguishing characteristics: Flat soles or low heels and laces, rounded toes with real sheepskin linings. Ugg boots come in a variety of heights and colors.

Why are they so popular? Well, part of it may come from the typical desire to wear what many others question that is common amongst some fashionistas. Still, they are undeniably warm and do an admirable job of keeping the feet of their wearer dry. Another remarkable feature is that due to the breathability of sheepskin, ugg boots are also comfortable in relatively warm weather. Some diehard devotees of ugg boots lumber around in them until temperatures are in the eighties.

What is the proper apparel to wear with a pair of uggs?

Once you’ve decided to be seen out in ugg boots almost any fashion statement short of formal wear is acceptable and they can be worn by either sex. Girls and women will wear them with ski clothes and jeans but also with shorts and mini-skirts. Guys also wear them on the slopes and as footwear with their Levi’s. One of the few ugg boot taboos is water; they don’t do well in the wet. Deep snow and hiking are also not up an uggs’ alley.

What to do with a dirty ugg – do you kill it?

Uggs and any of their sheepskin counterparts should be hand washed with cold water. Hot water can cause them to shrink or crack. Don’t wash them in the washing machine or throw them in the dryer. In fact, don’t put them near any direct lighting source or in sunlight. One wonders how the original owner – the sheep – dried them. For those really fond of their ugg boots, stuff them with towels or paper when drying to help them maintain their shape. Special grooming products are also available for true uggs aficionados.