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• Oil-based stains include: lipstick, mascara, most sauces and salad dressings.
• If the stain is thick, try to shave as much as possible with your fingernail or the edge of the spoon.

Know what material to use to absorb liquid stains. Blot the stain with a clean rag as much as possible, then soak another clean rag in one of the detergents listed below and dab on the stain. You should see the stain seep into the rag. Be sure to turn to the clean part of the rag so that the stain doesn't seep back into the item. When you are done with the stain, rinse it off with a damp rag and dry the item.

• Coffee and juice: use white vinegar
• Ink: use rubbing alcohol
• Milk or cream: use a dry cleaning solution
• Red wine: use rubbing alcohol and white vinegar, or white wine
• Tea: use lemon juice
• Mud: Use dish soap and white vinegar

Shave thick stains off before handling. If your clothes are stained with sauce or salad dressings, you need to use a spoon or nail to shave as much or as much as possible. Always start from the edge of the scraping stain inward. You can then moisten a clean rag with one of the solutions below and dab on the stain. Continue to dot until the stain is gone, then let dry.

• Oil-based stains: use dry cleaning solution
• Protein-based stains: use soap
• Mustard: use white vinegar

Remove stains with a homemade solution. Use your fingernails to scrape the stain as clean as possible. Next, you will mix 1 part coconut oil or mineral oil with 8 parts dry cleaning solution. Dab the solution on the stain, wait a few minutes, then dot with a clean cloth until the stain is gone. Let dry.

• Beware of delicate fabrics, such as silk. These materials can easily be scratched and torn.
• This is especially effective for nail polish.
• Consider lining a cloth underneath the stain before you start dabbing the solution. The cloth will help absorb the stain and prevent it from sticking to the back.

Try tape to remove stains on fabrics that cannot be washed. Just apply a piece of tape to the stain and peel it off. If it's an oil-based stain like lipstick, there may still be traces. Sprinkle a little powder on the stain, rub it vigorously with your fingers, then rinse it off. Repeat this step if necessary.

• This method is very effective on silk.

Try dry cleaning kits. This kit usually includes a stain remover pen, a zippered plastic bag and a few clean cloths. Start by painting the stain with a stain remover, followed by placing the item in a plastic bag with the cloth in the kit and placing it in the dryer. Dry according to the manufacturer's instructions (usually 30 minutes), then remove the item and hang it to dry; There will be a lot of steam inside the plastic bag.

• However, you should be aware that heat also often causes the stain to stick more firmly. You must treat the stain first with a stain remover.
• Consider taking the item to a dry cleaner. Sometimes a stain remover can't clean the item as it should.

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Method 2 of 3: Remove stains from fur, leather, and suede

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   Use a damp cloth to clean small stains on the fur material. Moisten a cloth and dab on the stain. Remember not to scrub or scrub. Once the stain is gone, blot it dry with a clean cloth, then let dry naturally.
   • Do not use soap to handle fur materials.

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   Try using sawdust to remove larger stains from the fur. Spread the fur on a flat surface, then sprinkle sawdust on the stain and leave overnight; Sawdust will help absorb stains. Clean up the sawdust the next morning with a vacuum cleaner that stays low to avoid damaging the fur.
   • Fur treats and dealers often use this method to clean the fur.
   • Consider taking a fur coat to a fur cleaner or a fur specialist to treat stubborn stains.

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   Use a solution of soap and water to remove stains on skin material. Pour 1 part liquid soap and 8 parts filtered water into a spray bottle. Shake the spray bottle to dissolve the solution, then spray on a cloth and wipe off the stain. Try to wipe in the direction of the lines on the skin instead of wiping the opposite direction. Once the stain is gone, let your skin dry naturally, away from the sun. Consider treating the cleaned spot with a lotion to maintain the skin's suppleness.
   • Use mild soaps like cleansers or dish soap.
   • If you don't have filtered water, you can replace it with bottled or distilled water.
   • Never spray the solution directly on leather, as this will be too moist and possibly damaged.

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   Use tape to remove dirt from shiny skin. Just apply the tape to the stain and peel it off. The adhesive tape will remove the stain. Some people find that this also works to remove lipstick stains from leather.

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   Use a hair spray eraser to treat permanent marker stains on skin. Spray the hair spray onto the stain and use a clean towel or rag to wipe it. Wipe off traces of the hairspray, then apply lotion to maintain skin suppleness.

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   Use a suede brush to smear stains on suede material. The bristles loosen the suede fibers and make the item easier to clean. Sometimes just this is enough to remove stains from suede.
   • If you don't have a suede brush, a regular eraser can also help when you need it.
   • A piece of old bread can also remove stains very effectively.

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   Try cornstarch to remove stains on suede. Sprinkle cornstarch on the stain, leave it on for a few hours or overnight, then brush off with a suede brush. The cornstarch will absorb the stain, and the brush will brush off the cornstarch.
   • This method is very effective when dealing with grease and sweat stains.
   • If you don't have corn starch, you can substitute it with cornstarch.

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   Try steam treatment on suede. Hang up in the bathroom right after you take a hot shower. The hot steam will loosen the stains. If necessary, you can use a suede brush to remove the stain.

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   Use a skin and suede cleaner and follow the directions on the package for stubborn stains. Make sure to choose the right product for the type of skin you are planning to clean. Inappropriate product can damage the item. Most leather cleaning products have a list of the skin types they can effectively clean, and the majority of leather goods also indicate its skin type. Suede is no exception.
   • You may need to apply a cleanser over the entire surface of your skin to avoid discoloration.
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Method 3 of 3: Remove stains on washable fabrics

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   Use tape to remove dry stains. If the garment has patches of dirt, chalk, or foundation, you can apply tape to the stain and peel it off. Repeat these steps until the stain is gone. If necessary, you can rinse the remaining residue with water.

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   Try blotting the stain with water first, unless it's an oil-based stain. Sometimes just blotting with water is enough to remove the stain. You can also use soda water as needed. If possible, rub the stain on the left side of the fabric. If you're at a party, blot with a damp cloth or paper towel.
   • Sauce stains are usually oil-based. Mascara and lipstick are also oil-based. You should avoid using water when dealing with these stains, especially soda water.
   • If the stain is coffee, sprinkle salt first, then use soda water to remove it.

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   Use baking soda, cornstarch or baby powder to remove oil-based stains. Place a piece of cardboard under the stain to protect the fabric underneath. How much or how much can stain blot. Sprinkle the selected powder over the stain and leave it on for a certain time, then brush it off. The powder will absorb the stain. This is great for oil-based stains, including sauces.
   • Leave the baking powder on the stain for 30 minutes, then rinse it off.
   • Leave the cornstarch on the stain for about 10 minutes and brush it off.
   • Rub baby powder onto the stain and let it sit overnight and brush off the next morning.
   • Try using artificial sweeteners when needed. Sprinkle a few packets of artificial sugar over the stain and pat it down. Let the sugar absorb oil, then brush off.
   • Use baking soda to remove sweat stains. Mix the dough mixture with baking soda and water, then rub it into the stain. Wait 1 hour and rinse.

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   Try water or hair spray to remove the blood stains. Start by rubbing the stain with cold water. If possible, wash the left side of the fabric. If stain persists, spray the hairspray on the stain, wait a few minutes, then rinse off with a damp rag.
   • You can use soda water as a workaround.
   • If the blood stain is old or dry, soak the stain in hydrogen peroxide.
   • The hairspray gum also works to remove lipstick, mascara and other oil-based cosmetics. Just spray the gum onto the stain and wait 10 minutes. Use a damp rag to absorb it.

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   Use dish soap and water to clean oil-based cosmetics and food stains. Absorb or scrape the stain as much as possible, then pour dish soap over the stain and wait for 10-15 minutes. Gently rub the stain with a damp cloth in a circular motion and from the edge of the stain inward to avoid further spills. When you are finished, you can use water to remove the soap.
   • For stains from tanning sprays or colored moisturizers, simply dab the stain with a sponge soaked in warm soapy water. If necessary, wash off the soap after removing the stain.
   • You can also use shampoo instead of dish soap. Both of these products work to dissolve grease and oil stains.

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   Use rubbing alcohol to remove ink stains, lipstick, and red wine. Lay the item on a flat surface and place a tissue in, just below the stain. Soak a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol and dab it on the stain. If necessary, you can repeat this step inside the item. Remove the tissue and rub the inner stain with water if necessary. Let dry naturally.
   • This method can also remove cosmetic stains, such as mascara or eyeliner.

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   Use acetone to remove nail polish. Start by scraping the nail polish as clean as possible, followed by soaking the acetone in a clean rag and dabbing on the stain. Once the stain is gone, let the item dry on its own.
   • You can also use nail polish remover, but this product may not be very effective.
   • If you are working with colored fabric, you may need to try dabbing the acetone first on a hidden area, such as inside the garment's hem. Acetone also fades dye and can be used as a bleach.

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   Acting fast on red wine stains. To prevent the red wine stains from sticking, sprinkle with salt or sprinkle white wine on the stain. Wait about 5 minutes, then rinse. Use alcohol to blot away any remaining traces. Rinse with water and blot dry. If that doesn't work, try one of the following:
   • Mix equal amounts of liquid soap and hydrogen peroxide. Dab on the stain until it's clean.
   • Mix 1 tablespoon white vinegar, 1 tablespoon liquid soap, and 2 cups (480 milliliters) of water. Dab this solution on the stain until it is clean.

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   Use lemon or hydrogen peroxide for stains that are difficult to clean. You just need to pour lemon juice or hydrogen peroxide over the stain, let it dry overnight, rinse with water the next morning.
   • Both lemon juice and hydrogen peroxide can bleach fabric. You should try first on a hidden corner of the item before pouring it on the stain.
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Advice

• Consider trying methods of cleaning stains on precursors (such as inside contours).
• Stain remover pen is quite convenient and very effective. You can bring it with you in case you need it.
• Read clothing labels before removing stains. Dry-washed items or delicate fabrics like silk need to be handled with care and sometimes dry-cleaned in a salon.
• Remove stains as soon as possible. Once the stain is dry and stuck, it is very difficult to remove.
• You may need to repeat certain methods a few times to get the stain clean.
• Sometimes you have to try several methods to get rid of the stain ..

Warning

• Avoid using vinegar on wool. Vinegar can damage wool.
• Some stains may not be permanently clean, especially stains that are too long ago or have adhered to fabric.
• Avoid using bar soap and soap flakes for laundry with stains. These soaps can cause the stain to stick.
• Never scrub the stain. The pressure when rubbing will make the stain stick to the fabric and make it harder to clean.
• Never put stained cloth in the dryer. The heat will make the stain stick more firmly.