Lipstick stains are among the most difficult cosmetic traces to remove from fabrics. The first rule of common sense to obtain an optimal result is to try to act immediately to counteract the presence of the stain. However, it is necessary to keep in mind an important precaution. It is good to test the remedy you have decided to use on a small part of the fabric, to be sure not to damage it.
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Le lipstick stains they are among the most difficult traces of cosmetics to remove from fabrics. The first rule of common sense for achieving an optimal result is to try to act immediately to counteract the presence of the stain.
However, it is necessary to keep in mind an important precaution. It is good to test the remedy you have decided to use on a small part of the fabric, to be sure not to damage it.
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Fresh lipstick stains
If the lipstick stains are fresh, it will turn out easier to remove them. Depending on the garment on which the stain has formed, it will be necessary consult le washing instructions suggested on the label and act accordingly. In many cases, fresh lipstick stains can be easily removed by simply pre-washing by hand with water and a little soap, without having to use the washing machine.
Do not scrub the stains
Especially if the lipstick stain turns out fresh, that's fine do not rub it in order not to further stain the fabrics and not to widen the colored halo. Instead of rubbing it is advisable dab the stain with a clean cloth and then rinse it with warm water. It may be useful to use a few drops of liquid soap or eco-friendly dishwashing detergent in the case of the most stubborn stains. It is good to let the product act for a few minutes before rinsing.
breadcrumbs
Un useful remedy to be used especially in the case of lipstick stains just formed (and in order to avoid using alcohol, ammonia or other aggressive products) consists in the use of breadcrumbs lightly kneaded on the fingers and moistened with a drop of water. The crumb must be placed on the stain and left to act for a few hours, so that it can absorb it.
Marseille soap
In the case of resistant garmentsLike jeans, lipstick stains can be removed by pre-treating them before washing in the washing machine with del Marseille soap. Liquid Marseille soap can be applied directly to the stain without rubbing it. In the case of soap, it can be moistened to apply the soap on the stain with the help of a sponge, to be left resting on it without rubbing.
Sodium percarbonate
Sodium percarbonate is one ecological whitener which can be used instead of bleach, in case of persistent stains. It can be applied directly to the stain to pre-treat it, or it can be added, according to the quantities indicated on the packages, directly into the washing machine drum. Sodium percarbonate can be found for sale online or in eco-friendly home improvement stores.
Washable fabrics
In the case of lipstick stains present on washable fabrics like cotton, linen and synthetic fibers (nylon, polyester, spandex) it is possible to act to attenuate the stain before washing by covering it with a absorbent cloth. At this point the stain can be moistened and removed at least in part with a sponge. You can then move on to washing in the washing machine.
Non washable fabrics
We refer mainly to the heads of delicate wool and set and non-washable synthetic fabrics for clothes or upholstery for the home. In this case, the remedy to be used is to dab the stain, trying to remove it as much as possible, with a sponge soaked in warm water, trying to carefully add a few drops of white vinegar. Everything must be rinsed with a little water and left to dry.
Leather and suede
In the case of leather and suede, real or synthetic, it will be necessary to act with extreme delicacy on the lipstick stains. In this case, you can try to remove the stain by rubbing lightly with a soft cloth or one brush. Using solvents could damage the fabrics. It is therefore preferable to use a natural method to absorb the fresh lipstick stain, i.e. sprinkle it withcorn or rice starch.
Shirt collar
To effectively remove a lipstick stain from the collar of a cotton shirt it is advisable pretreat it immediately with liquid soap or dish detergent, leaving it to act for at least an hour and then soaking it in warm water before washing in the washing machine.
Dry lipstick stains
If the lipstick stains are no longer fresh, all is not lost. If we are dealing with a resistant fabric, it is good to pre-treat the stain with some dish soap, shampoo or liquid soap before washing in the washing machine. In the case of delicate fabrics that cannot be washed, it is advisable to contact a dry cleaner to avoid the risk of damaging the fabrics.
Marta Albè
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