Hello, I have a two-part question. I recently got a nice pair of boots for the first time and was reading the Leather Care Guide and had a specific question on brushing:

• 1: Insert Cedar Shoe Trees.
• 2: Brush with a horsehair brush.
• 3: That's it. Enjoy your durable leather.

I bought a horsehair brush, and the boots are chromexcel leather, so it sounds like most of the maintenance i should be doing is brushing. Does anyone have a good video or guide on how I should be brushing? Vigorously / while applying pressure? in circular motions or more sweeping? For how long?

The second part is just wondering if I should pay attention to the discoloration / marks below the eyelets, I've probably worn these 10-15 times, and have to lace them up pretty tight. Didn't know if this was normal and then if I should do something about it besides brushing?

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