Will the softness of Cowhide Gardening Gloves change with the increase of usage time, and how to maintain its softness?

When they are first used, new Cowhide Gardening Gloves usually undergo a certain tanning and processing process to make them soft to a certain extent, so as to ensure that the hands can have a good fit and comfort when wearing. The softness of the gloves at this stage is in a relatively ideal state, which can adapt well to the movements of the hands and reduce the friction between the hands and the gloves.
As the use time increases, the gloves will be constantly subjected to friction, stretching, bending and other effects. On the one hand, the moisture in the cowhide will gradually dissipate, and the combination between the fibers may become tighter, resulting in a decrease in the softness of the gloves and a relatively stiff feel. On the other hand, if the gloves are often exposed to soil, fertilizers, chemicals, etc. during use, these substances may cause certain erosion to the leather of the gloves, further affecting the softness of the gloves. For example, long-term contact with strongly alkaline or strongly acidic fertilizers may destroy the protein structure in the cowhide, making the leather hard and brittle.
After each use of the gloves, the dirt and debris on the surface of the gloves should be removed in time. You can use a soft brush to gently brush off the dust and stains on the surface, and then wipe with a clean damp cloth. If there are stubborn stains on the gloves, you can use a mild leather cleaner to clean them, but be careful to avoid using cleaners containing strong acids, strong alkalis or irritating ingredients to avoid damaging the leather.
Regularly apply special leather care oil to the gloves, such as mink oil, sheep oil, etc. The care oil can moisturize the leather, replenish the moisture and grease in the leather, and keep the leather soft and elastic. When applying, apply the care oil evenly on the surface of the gloves, and then gently wipe with a clean cloth to allow the care oil to fully penetrate into the leather. It is generally recommended to apply care oil once every once in a while, and the specific frequency can be adjusted according to the frequency of use of the gloves and environmental conditions.
Long-term exposure to sunlight or high temperature environment will cause the moisture in the cowhide to evaporate rapidly, causing the leather to harden and crack. Therefore, the gloves should be stored in a cool, dry, ventilated place, avoiding direct sunlight and near heat sources. When storing gloves, you can use padding gloves to prop them up to maintain their original shape, and avoid deformation of the gloves due to long-term folding or squeezing, which affects the softness.
When using gloves, try to avoid contact with sharp objects such as branches, stones, scissors, etc., so as not to scratch the surface of the gloves and affect the integrity and softness of the leather. If possible, avoid using the gloves continuously for a long time and give the gloves a proper rest to reduce fatigue and damage to the leather. At the same time, according to the intensity and frequency of gardening work, prepare multiple pairs of gloves reasonably and use them in rotation to extend the service life of each pair of gloves and maintain their softness.