Learn how to get mascara stains out of clothes using common household cleaning agents.
When mascarastains an item of clothing, panic can set in.
After all, no one wants a spiky black smudge spoiling their outfit.
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Fortunately, these uglymakeup stainscan be easily removed from clothing using several different methods and products.
Before treating a mascara stain on clothing, check the garment’s care tag for laundering instructions.
If the care tag indicates the item can be machine-washed, take note of any information provided regardingwater temperature.
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These products are formulated to address compound stains that include oils, waxes, and dyes.
After laundering, check the garment to be sure the stain is completely gone.
If there is a lingering stain, repeat the process of applying stain treatment and launder the garment again.
Apply a pea-sized drop of dish soap or liquid laundry detergent to the stain.
Start by placing the garment face down on a paper towel or clean rag.
The mascara will be absorbed by the paper towel.
Dispose of the paper towel and makeup wipe.
Then, make a solution by dissolving oxygen bleach in hot water according to package directions.
