I know there's been a million threads about this, but I did a search and didn't find an answer to my specific question: Will it hurt my new Brooks saddle if I ride it for a bit before putting Proofide on it?

The reason I ask is that I ordered and received the saddle, but neglected to order a tin of Proofide. It won't get here for several more days, and I just don't think I can hold off riding in order to wait for it! (In fact I've already ridden on the saddle. ) I have mink oil that I use on some leather boots, but I did see during my search that I shouldn't use mink oil.

Thx for any info.