To get lipstick out of clothes, follow these expert steps and remedies:
Immediate Steps
- Act quickly : The sooner you treat the stain, the easier it will be to remove because lipstick oils set into fabric over time
- Remove excess lipstick : Gently scrape off any excess lipstick using a dull knife or credit card without rubbing it deeper into the fabric
Effective Stain Removal Methods
1. Dish Soap Treatment
- Apply liquid dish soap directly to the stain on both sides of the fabric if accessible.
- Gently work the soap into the stain without rubbing harshly.
- Soak the garment in warm water mixed with dish soap for at least an hour or overnight for stubborn stains.
- Wash the clothing on the hottest water safe for the fabric
2. Rubbing Alcohol or Isopropyl Alcohol
- Wet a cotton ball or cloth with rubbing alcohol.
- Dab gently on the lipstick stain to dissolve the wax and oils.
- Rinse with cold water and then wash normally.
- Repeat if necessary before drying
3. Shaving Cream
- Apply a liberal amount of shaving cream to the stain.
- Blot gently so it soaks into the fibers.
- Let it sit, then wash as usual.
- Repeat if residue remains
4. Hairspray or Hand Sanitizer (Alcohol-based)
- Spray or apply onto the stain.
- Blot with a damp cloth until the stain lifts.
- Rinse and wash normally
5. Baking Soda and Vinegar
- Sprinkle baking soda on the stain and rub gently.
- Add a few drops of vinegar and dab with a cotton ball.
- Rinse thoroughly and wash
6. Toothpaste (Non-gel)
- Apply toothpaste to the stain.
- Rinse with cool water.
- Repeat if needed
Additional Tips
- Avoid putting the garment in the dryer until the stain is completely gone, as heat can set the stain permanently
- For white or colorfast fabrics, oxygen bleach can be used to soak the garment for several hours to remove stubborn stains
- Commercial stain removers like De-Solv-It or OxiClean Max Force are also effective for deep lipstick stains
By following these steps, you can effectively remove lipstick stains from most washable fabrics.
