Clean and dry your band
Remove the band from your Apple Watch before cleaning. This cleaning information applies to Apple-branded bands only. For all other bands, follow the care information provided with the band.
For leather bands:
Wipe the leather portions of the bands clean with a non-abrasive, lint-free cloth. If necessary, lightly dampen the cloth with fresh water.
Don’t soak leather bands in water. The leather bands aren't water resistant.
Let the band air dry thoroughly before you attach it to your Apple Watch. Don’t store leather bands in direct sunlight, at high temperatures or in high humidity.
For Solo Loop, Sport Band and Nike Sport Band:
Wipe the band clean with a non-abrasive, lint-free cloth. If necessary, lightly dampen the cloth with fresh water. With these bands, you can also use mild hypoallergenic hand soap for cleaning.
Dry the band with a non-abrasive, lint-free cloth before you attach it to your Apple Watch.
For all other bands, buckles and closures:
Wipe the band clean with a non-abrasive, lint-free cloth. If necessary, lightly dampen the cloth with fresh water.
Dry the band with a non-abrasive, lint-free cloth before you attach it to your Apple Watch.
* Leather usually takes on a patina after normal wear. The leather might also change colour due to exposure to substances like perfume, insect repellent, oil, lotion or dyed materials like denim. The Apple Watch and band colours may vary or fade over time.
