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TL;DR: Don’t use Vaseline (petroleum jelly) on leather boxing gloves. It might make them feel softer initially, but over time it clogs the leather, weakens stitching, attracts grime, and can seep into the padding—damaging foam or horsehair and shortening glove life. Use sport-safe leather cleaners and conditioners instead, and follow the care routine below. Why People Reach for Vaseline (and Why It’s a Problem) Petroleum jelly is famous in boxing for protecting fighters' faces …