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How to get a make up stain off clothes?


Jeanny's picture

By Jeanny - Posted on 02 May 2008

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It's foundation =(

Maggy's picture

Wipes
Makeup remover
Toothpaste
Cloth
Soap
Shampoo
Detergent

Step1
Identify the type of makeup stain as the spot treatment you choose depends on the type of stain. Usually complexion powders, blush powder and eye shadow are all types of non-oily makeup. Mascara and lipstick are oily makeup stains.

Step2
Try baby wipes for both types of stains if nothing more specific is available. Many of the wipes on the market today are multi-use and it’s a good idea to always have a pack in your purse or in the car. Check the packaging to see specifics on stain removal ability.

Step3
Apply makeup remover that you use on your face. Always test a small discreet section of fabric before applying makeup remover liquid or pad to the stain.

Step4
Choose white classic toothpaste for oil-based makeup stains as a last resort. Dabbing and rubbing the stain with a blob of toothpaste and a dampened cloth is effective but time-consuming. Be sure you have enough time to use this technique before beginning as it may leave a damp patch, depending on the type and absorbency of the fabric.

Step5
Use a bar soap and a damp cloth to remove a non-oil-based stain from clothing. Powdered makeup often brushes away with a little dabbing of the cloth, but be sure not to smear the makeup deeper into the fabric. A light but determined hand is best.

Step6
Take a little shampoo or liquid detergent and apply in a circular motion with a damp cloth. This works well on non-oil-based makeup stains. Damp patches can be quickly dried with a hair dryer but be sure not to set in any residue stain in the process as heat is a fixing agent.

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Tips :
Put on an outfit and place a towel or cloth around your neck before applying your makeup to reduce risk of staining.

caroline's picture

Try using Dawn dish soap. As liquid makeup is oil based, Dawn works the best for cutting the stain. (Dawn was, after all, used to clean up birds and sea otters during crude oil spills.) Gently blot out the stain using the detergent or shampoo and a little bit of water. Lightly blot until the stain is removed. Launder as usual after the stain is removed.

Remove more stubborn stains by first dabbing at it with a non-oily make-up remover on a soft cloth. Do not rub the material harshly or you will risk further setting the stain and making it spread to other areas.

And, as I'm sure you know, don't place the clothing into a dryer until the stain is completely gone or you run a high risk of setting the stain permanently.

Try a baby wipe. They take off practically anything, if it's still relatively fresh.

try using lime+ salt solution

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