How do I remove makeup stains from white wash cloths?2 replies

Posted on 10 Feb 2009 at 10:59pm

I use white towels and wash cloths.I am having trouble removing makeup stains from my wash cloths.I use a foundation that is suppose to last all day and not rub off.I have tried bleach,stain remover spray,oxi clean and everything else I can think of to get these wash cloths white again.Do you know of anything that will get these stains out? Thanks

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  1. ANGELA S said on February 11, 2009 at 2:06 pm

    Be sure to read the care label on any garment before attempting to remove the stain. You may find your garment to be “dry clean only.” Lipstick, because it is an oil based form of makeup, can best be treated with a prewash stain remover before attempting to wash the shirt or blouse. Don’t rub the stain – it may only drive it in deeper. Blot the stain with your clean white cloth, and rinse in warm water. If the stain is persistent, try applying a good liquid household detergent to the stain, again not rubbing the material.

    Often, rubbing alcohol will remove lipstick stains. Dab the stain with a small amount of isopropyl alcohol, then add a small amount of household detergent, and wash the garment per label care instructions.

  2. sweetpea said on February 12, 2009 at 10:46 am

    If you’ve washed them or dried them with heat, forget it.

    Otherwise, you’re dealing with a grease product and need to soak them in something that will release the grease, like 409, Fantastic or Dawn dish soap. You might want to consider washing your face without a wash cloth or changing your makeup.

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