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Saphir Crème Surfine Black 50ml – Pigmented Shoe Cream

(89 customer reviews)

£6.99

£6.99

Premium French black shoe cream (50ml) that recolours, nourishes and shines smooth leather. Beeswax and almond oil for a soft, classic finish. Just £6.99.

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Description

Saphir Crème Surfine Black 50ml – the classic French pigmented shoe cream that recolours, nourishes and shines smooth leather

If you care about your leather shoes, Saphir Crème Surfine Black 50ml is one of those little pots that earns its place on the shelf. Made in France by Saphir, the Crème Surfine is a water-based shoe cream packed with a generous dose of black pigment, beeswax and almond oil. In plain terms: it feeds the leather, revives the colour and leaves a soft, well-kept shine — all from one modest 50ml jar. I recommend it to anyone who wants their smooth-leather shoes, boots and accessories to keep looking their best without any fuss.

Shade 01 Black is the deepest, richest black in the range — the shade I reach for most. It restores that proper, uniform black to formal Oxfords, Derbies, brogues and smart boots, and quietly masks the grey scuffs and toe scrapes that black leather always seems to pick up.

Why choose Saphir Crème Surfine?

  • Restores the colour: a high concentration of black pigment refreshes faded leather and blends away scuffs, so your shoes look cared-for rather than worn.
  • Nourishes deep down: beeswax and almond oil sink into the leather to keep it supple, resist cracking and hold on to its natural suppleness wear after wear.
  • A soft, classic shine: the wax content buffs up to a gentle, refined glow — smart without looking plasticky — and gives you a lovely base to build a higher shine on top.
  • Made in France by Saphir: Saphir has been making leather care in France since 1920, and the Crème Surfine is their trusted everyday cream, available in one of the widest colour ranges anywhere.
  • A little goes a long way: you only need a small amount each time, so a single 50ml jar keeps a favourite pair looking sharp for a very long time.

How to use Saphir Crème Surfine

  1. Clean first: brush off all dust and dirt, and wipe away any old, flaky polish so the cream can reach the leather.
  2. Apply sparingly: using a soft cotton cloth or a Saphir applicator brush, work a small amount of the black cream into the leather in gentle circular motions.
  3. Let it rest: leave the cream to soak in and dry for around an hour — this is where the nourishing does its work.
  4. Buff to a shine: polish with a horsehair bristle brush, then finish with a wool cloth or polishing glove for that final glow.
  5. Keep it up: once you’ve laid down a base coat, a quick re-buff after wear keeps the shine going; re-cream every few weeks depending on how often you wear them.

Specifications

  • Volume: 50ml
  • Colour: Black (shade 01)
  • Type: Pigmented shoe cream, water-based
  • Key ingredients: beeswax, almond oil and pigments
  • Suitable for: smooth (finished) leather shoes, boots, bags and accessories
  • Not suitable for: suede, nubuck or other napped leathers
  • Brand: Saphir (Made in France)

Frequently asked questions

Will Black cover the grey scuffs on my formal shoes?
Yes — that’s exactly what it’s made for. The high pigment load in shade 01 Black settles into scuffs and worn toes and blends them back into a solid, even black. For deep scratches, pop on two thin coats rather than one heavy one and let each dry before you buff.

Can I use Crème Surfine on suede or nubuck?
No — please keep this cream for smooth, finished leather only. Suede and nubuck need a dedicated spray or brush; using a wax-based cream on them will flatten and darken the nap.

Where can I buy Saphir Crème Surfine Black in the UK?
You can order Saphir Crème Surfine Black 50ml directly from Shoespecialist.co.uk. We offer free delivery on orders over £50, same-day dispatch when you order before 5pm, and a 60-day return policy — so you can keep your shoes looking their best with complete peace of mind.

Additional information

Weight 140 g
Color

001 – Black
Brand

Saphir

89 reviews for Saphir Crème Surfine Black 50ml – Pigmented Shoe Cream

  1. Anonymous –

    Deep black shoe polish

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  2. Anonymous –

    Good coverage

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  3. Anonymous –

    The care treatment for better shoes

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  4. Anonymous –

    Good product and shines nicely after polishing

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  5. Russchen E. –

  6. Michiel van Veeren –

    Excellent, for a beautiful finish on your shoes.

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  7. Sandra Nieuwenhuijsen –

    Good coverage

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  8. Carly Maas –

    Good polish.

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  9. Louwrens Gunter –

    Deep black shoe polish

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  10. Karin Piasecki –

    The care treatment for better shoes

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  11. Russchen E. –

  12. John IJsendijk –

    #$@!@#$$%%%#

  13. sonja segers –

    does what it should

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  14. Christine Tadeu –

    Excellent quality

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  15. Cindy De Lamper –

    Very good product. I had 2 little white marks on my boots and this product covered them completely.

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  16. Willy Raggers-Grendel –

    Nice shoe polish cream, one of the lovely colours, shoes get a nice shine.

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  17. Ismail –

    Does what it should do

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  18. Fred Boes –

    Brilliant, my shoes are as good as new again

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  19. Esmee van Dommelen –

    Great product

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  20. Marieke van Bergen –

    Never again polish from the supermarket or own brand. What a difference!

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  21. Fenny van Maaren Breuker –

    Exactly right, great lovely cream polish, covers well

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  22. G.A. van Leijenhorst –

    Excellent quality

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  23. Emilie Vissering –

    Good quality.

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  24. frank demeyere –

    Spreads well, you only need a little

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  25. Arie Kranenburg –

    Good product

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  26. T.W. –

    Nice product from Saphir’s basic range.

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  27. Lucas –

    Gives a nice shine

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  28. Astrid Roquas –

    Just used it, seems fine

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  29. Marius Alexandru –

    Good product.

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  30. APC –

    Shoes looked like new again

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  31. Alieske Stoffels –

    Good quality! My shoes are like new again!

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  32. Lukasz Sobieszczyk (verified owner) –

    Good product

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  33. Annetje Rebel-Kos (verified owner) –

    Nice smooth shoe cream. Lovely colour.

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  34. Maurice Vervoort (verified owner) –

    Good quality for a good price

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  35. Dorota (verified owner) –

    Brilliant product.

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  36. Hilbert Haveman (verified owner) –

    Easy to use and does what it shuold.

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  37. Tirza (verified owner) –

    Shoes look better again.

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  38. Tamara (verified owner) –

    Nice shoe polish!

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  39. Veronique Baadjou (verified owner) –

    Good shoe polish

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  40. Pieter Leegwater (verified owner) –

    Fine, it does the job

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  41. Ina (verified owner) –

    Exactly what I was looking for

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  42. Wilco (verified owner) –

    The better shoe polish!

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  43. Frits Schmidt (verified owner) –

    Deep colour

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  44. Beata Jednorog (verified owner) –

    Top product

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  45. MB (verified owner) –

    Easy to apply with a cloth. Spreads well with a brush

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  46. Jeroen Doornbosch (verified owner) –

    Easy to use, fairly soft.

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  47. Ingeborg (verified owner) –

    Very good shoe polish. Recommended.

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  48. Jos Flipsen (verified owner) –

    Works well

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  49. Charné Jansen van Vuuren –

    Very good.

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  50. Dave van der Pol –

    Good stuff!

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  51. Els Vermeulen (verified owner) –

    Good product

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  52. Ramón Willems (verified owner) –

    A bit dried out. Still a good product

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  53. A. Gorski (verified owner) –

    goes on well, buffs up nicely, lovely shine as a result

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  54. Bart Rossum van (verified owner) –

    Good quality shoe polish

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  55. Dorien (verified owner) –

    Seems fine.

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  56. Schoenenverver (verified owner) –

    A good base for dyeing shoes.

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  57. Anita Sonnenschein (verified owner) –

    Good quality shoe polish, works brilliantly

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  58. K S (verified owner) –

    Very effective

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  59. Arthur (verified owner) –

    Top quality and not expensive!

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  60. AB (verified owner) –

    Nice product. Does what it should

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  61. Melanie Holtkamp (verified owner) –

    Spreads nicely, my shoes came up a treat.

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  62. Noa Oppens (verified owner) –

    Great! Really happy with it

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  63. Pierre (verified owner) –

    Excellent & quick delivery.

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  64. Conny Meeus (verified owner) –

    Smooth, creamy polish with high pigment

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  65. Jos Poortman (verified owner) –

    Very easy to apply, instant result. Protection after applying is good, but I’d expected it to be a bit better.

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  66. – (verified owner) –

    Fine, doesn’t give a shine

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  67. Pas (verified owner) –

    This one is also really good and stays black for a really long time

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  68. F. Langeweg (verified owner) –

    Simply good!

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  69. Anne Eikelboom (verified owner) –

    Lovely deep black shoe polish

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  70. K (verified owner) –

    Very good product!

  71. Kannika Holzhaus (verified owner) –

    Saphir has been a favourite colourant for years for freshening up vintage leather furniture.

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  72. Patrick Haccou (verified owner) –

    Good product

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  73. Eddy (verified owner) –

    Meets expectations

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  74. Luk van den Borne (verified owner) –

    Good coverage on black leather. Only needed 1 coat despite quite heavy greying.

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  75. Pieter de Jong (verified owner) –

    Good shoe polish that I can definitely recommend!

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  76. Wilma Smits (verified owner) –

    Great stuff

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  77. Marikke Van Vliet (verified owner) –

    What a difference in quality compared with the shoe polish I’ve been using up to now.

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  78. Laura de Weijer (verified owner) –

    Good quality shoe polish. Always use this brand.

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  79. Lisa vw (verified owner) –

    Great! Used it on my faded black leather shoes and they’re like new again. Colour lasts a long time too and doesn’t rub off too much. Nice shine. Bought it based on the tips on the site with the products, they come in very handy

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  80. Ger Janssen (verified owner) –

    Fine shoe polish

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  81. Daniel (verified owner) –

    Polished my shoes straight away, pleasant smell to the product and they shone like a mirror

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  82. Melchior Seyfarth (verified owner) –

    fine product

  83. P Neuteboom (verified owner) –

    Good shoe polish.

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  84. Robin Broer (verified owner) –

    Very nice to use.

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  85. Jørn Engel (verified owner) –

    The cream goes on evenly, refreshes the colour and buffs up to a lovely shine.

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  86. Ruud Jacobs (verified owner) –

    Quality shoe polish. Even smells nice.

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  87. Ron (verified owner) –

    Really nice shoe cream..

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  88. A (verified owner) –

    Works as expected, good shine

  89. Hyo Kim (verified owner) –

    used it on my doc martens, and a thrifted leather coat. Brilliant.

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