Cosmetics Stains

stains_cosmeticsStains are a part of life, but they don’t have to be a permanent addition to your clothes. Simply find the stain you wish to remove below for step-by-step instructions on how to remove it.

For the following fabric types:
Acrylic, Cotton, Linen, Lycra / Spandex, Nylon, Polyester, Rayon, Washable Silk, Washable Wool

REMOVE COLOGNE

TO REMOVE COLOGNE STAINS:

Always read the label and follow any directions first.

1. Check the care label on your garment.

2. Check an invisible corner of any colored fabrics to be sure that the treatment you choose will not affect the color of the garment.

3. Remove any excess lotion with the back of a butter knife or a spoon.

4. Soak the stained area in a mixture of detergent and water.

5. Wash in the warmest water possible for the fabric.

6. If necessary, follow-up with a wash in color-safe bleach.

7. Air dry and check the garment carefully for any residue before you run it through the dryer.

REMOVE MAKE-UP

TO REMOVE MAKE-UP STAINS:

Always read the label and follow any directions first.

1. Check the care label on your garment.

2. Check an invisible corner of any colored fabrics to be sure that the treatment you choose will not affect the color of the garment.

3. Remove any excess cosmetics with the back of a butter knife or a spoon.

4. Soak the stained area in a mixture of detergent and water.

5. Wash in the warmest water possible for the fabric.

6. If necessary, follow-up with a wash in color-safe bleach.

7. Air dry and check the garment carefully for any residue before you run it through the dryer.

REMOVE FACE CREAM

TO REMOVE FACE CREAM STAINS:

Always read the label and follow any directions first.

1. Check the care label on your garment.

2. Check an invisible corner of any colored fabrics to be sure that the treatment you choose will not affect the color of the garment.

3. Remove any excess cream with the back of a butter knife or a spoon.

4. Soak the stained area in a mixture of detergent and water.

5. Wash in the warmest water possible for the fabric.

6. If necessary, follow-up with a wash in color-safe bleach.

7. Air dry and check the garment carefully for any residue before you run it through the dryer.

REMOVE HAIR SPRAY

TO REMOVE HAIR SPRAY STAINS:

Always read the label and follow any directions first.

1. Check the care label on your garment.

2. Check an invisible corner of any colored fabrics to be sure that the treatment you choose will not affect the color of the garment.

3. Soak the stained area in a mixture of detergent and water.

4. Wash in the warmest water possible for the fabric.

5. If necessary, follow-up with a wash in color-safe bleach.

6. Air dry and check the garment carefully for any residue before you run it through the dryer.

REMOVE LIPSTICK

TO REMOVE LIPSTICK STAINS:

Always read the label and follow any directions first.

1. Check the care label on your garment.

2. If stain is heavy, scrape off any remaining lipstick with a spoon or back of a butter knife.

3. Rub in liquid detergent and soak in a mixture of detergent and water for up to 30 minutes.

4. Wash in the warmest water safe for the garment.

5. If necessary, repeat treatment, or follow-up with a wash in color-safe bleach for colors, or liquid chlorine bleach for whites. (FOR WASHABLE SILK & WASHABLE WOOL – JUST REPEAT TREATMENT, IF NECESSARY)

6. Air dry and check the garment for any remaining stain. Repeat the procedure if necessary before you place the garment in the dryer.

REMOVE NAIL POLISH

TO REMOVE NAIL POLISH STAINS:

Always read the label and follow any directions first.

1. Consider taking the garment to a professional cleaners.

2. If not, check the garment label.

3. Check an invisible corner of any colored fabrics to be sure that the treatment you choose will not affect the color of the garment.

4. Use a non-acetone nail polish remover, and dab on the stain.

5. Wash in the warmest water safe for the garment.

6. Air dry and check the garment carefully for any residue before placing it in the dryer.

REMOVE HAND LOTION

TO REMOVE HAND LOTION STAINS:

Always read the label and follow any directions first.

1. Check the care label on your garment.

2. Check an invisible corner of any colored fabrics to be sure that the treatment you choose will not affect the color of the garment.

3. Remove any excess lotion with the back of a butter knife or a spoon.

4. Soak the stained area in a mixture of detergent and water.

5. Wash in the warmest water possible for the fabric.

6. If necessary, follow-up with a wash in color-safe bleach.

7. Air dry and check the garment carefully for any residue before you run it through the dryer.

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