Ok Before you do anything make sure there is
no dry rot.
First thing you should do is clean with warm water (
No Soap!!)Soap will remove the petroleum from the plastic/vinyl and will cause Dry rot. Let air-dry.
*****Use any soft cloth that won't leave any fibers.*****
Next put 409 (
nonsented) on a soft rag and wipe the face down. You can apply directly to face in small amounts. Let Air-dry.
Repeat the 409 step if all mold isn't removed.
Next wipe down the whole doll with a citrus cleaner (
don’t use on eyes or lips only 409 on those) Let air dry.
Last step to protect the freshly cleaned vinyl.
Get some pledge and spray directly on dolls head and body. Then rub in the pledge with your fingers (
No Cloth) till it there is a small amount left.
Then wipe off the rest with a cloth.
The reason for the pledge is to replace any of the petroleum loss due to age and cleaning..
**** See care and maintenance of your collection thread****
http://www.auctionforum.com/collectors-corner/care-maintenace-your-collection-325.html#post31894