Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 2: A quick way to eliminate static electricity
• Method 2 of 2: Long-term solution to static electricity
• Tips

So you've found the perfect outfit. But as soon as you put on the dress, it starts to stick to the body, exposing you in an unfavorable light. Here is a failure. Fortunately, electrification is directly related to dryness, and there are some fairly simple ways to make your dress stop sticking to your body.

Steps

Method 1 of 2: A quick way to eliminate static electricity

1. 1 Wipe the dress with an anti-static cloth. Lift the skirt of the dress and rub it inside out with an anti-static cloth. If static electricity builds up on your chest or hard-to-reach areas of clothing, it may not be easy to remove, but it is still possible. If done correctly, static electricity will instantly transfer to the napkin.
2. 2 Spray the dress with spray water. Spray water on the area where you feel electrified. You can use an old Mister Muscle bottle or a bottle with which you spray your houseplants, as long as you don't get your dress too wet. Spray lightly where you feel electrified. This will quickly eliminate static electricity, but do not spray too much water. You don't want a wet stain on your dress. Don't worry, the dress will no longer electrify when the water droplets dry up.
3. 3 Use an anti-static spray. This spray can be purchased at most pharmacies and supermarkets and will quickly help you eliminate electrification. Spray the area where you feel static. Such sprays are inexpensive (from 70 rubles), and most people have only good reviews about them. Getting rid of static electricity is easy with this spray, so take a little time to get it.
4. 4 Spray hairspray on your clothes. Hold the bottle of hairspray at an angle and a sufficient distance from your body. Keep your arms outstretched and your eyes closed so that varnish does not accidentally get on your face. You can also lubricate your hands with lotion, then apply it to your body where static electricity is generated. Don't rub too hard. It is best to opt for a fragrance-free lotion as you only need to moisturize your skin slightly.
5. 5 Touch grounded metal. Any piece of metal in contact with the ground will eliminate the electrification. Avoid touching ungrounded metal objects such as doorknobs. In this case, the electrification can become even stronger, and sometimes you can even get a painful static discharge. A metal fence is a great example of grounded metal.
6. 6 Apply moisturizing body lotion to the areas of the skin where the dress adheres. The lotion will help prevent electrification. When no static electricity is generated on the body, it will not build up on clothing either. This method will be very difficult if the entire dress is electrified, but you should try it if a specific area has been exposed to static electricity. Baby powder is also fine for this purpose, but it leaves traces and has a specific odor. If you do decide to use powder, then apply it to your hands and rub it gently into the skin - in the place where the dress sticks to the body. Use a very small amount of powder.
7. 7 Buy a dress made from natural fabrics. Synthetic materials are subject to electrification in any case. Static electricity can be quickly eliminated, but natural fabrics can easily retain moisture and are therefore less susceptible to electrification. If you want to avoid electrification in the future, then you should purchase clothes made from natural fabrics. Actually, this is the problem and will be solved.

Method 2 of 2: Long-term solution to static electricity

1. 1 Increase the humidity in your home. This will help you radically solve the problem with electrification. To do this, you just need to purchase a humidifier from the store and install it in your home. Electrification most often occurs in winter, when the air is very dry. When using a humidifier, the electrification will disappear after a while. If you don't want to buy a humidifier, you can simply hang the garment in the bathroom right after you shower. The humid air will remove static electricity from your clothes.
2. 2 Wash clothes by hand or in a typewriter at low speed. However, you should first read the washing instructions for the particular garment on the label. Each item has a label with washing instructions. It should indicate whether the garment can be machine washed and dried in a dryer and will not ruin the fabric. Be sure to learn these nuances before washing your clothes in the machine. If you do decide to wash your clothes in the washing machine, then you should add a little baking soda to the washing powder, which will help reduce the electrification of the fabric.
   • When tumble dry, place an anti-static cloth on the inside of the garment while it is still damp.
3. 3 Hang your clothes in the doorway to dry. Make a hook on the door frame. When drying clothes on a clothesline, place them in the room for at least the last 10 minutes. This will keep your clothes from wrinkling and electrifying.
4. 4 Walk barefoot. It sounds silly, but it will really help you get rid of the electrification. Clothes will not electrify if there is no static electricity on your body, so walk a little barefoot before trying on a dress. Alternatively, you can cover the soles of your shoes with foil to prevent electrification, but walking barefoot is much easier.

Tips

• If your clothes become electrified after washing, it may be because you are drying too vigorously. Dry the garment next time on a lower temperature setting or less time.
• Dry your dress separately from all items in a well-ventilated area.
• Hard water will build up static electricity on the fibers - use a water conditioner to prevent electrification.
• Do not wash clothes that are only suitable for dry cleaning! You can ruin good things if you don't follow the instructions.
• If you decide to sprinkle the dress with water, then you should do it very carefully so as not to wet it too much. You don't want to go to a formal event in a wet dress.