How to remove deodorant stains?

Antiperspirants play an important role in every person's life. The use of these funds, in addition to positive properties, has one important drawback - marks on clothes, which can be very difficult to remove. We have to consider options for dealing with such a nuisance.

Removing deodorant stains is not difficult if you know some of the features of this process. Everything in order. You may have noticed that antiperspirant stains on clothes. There is a logical explanation for this:

• White spots appear as a result of contact of a wet product with the material, they resemble a whitish, waxy coating;
• yellow spots are formed as a result of the reaction of aluminum salts contained in an antiperspirant with sweat secretions.

Any of these stains must be removed immediately using one of the methods, which we will talk about further. Each wash without pretreatment aggravates the situation and complicates the process of getting rid of stains. The chemicals in washing powders fix the dirt even more, making it stubborn and difficult to remove. Also, this effect is possible as a result of exposure to hot water.

When working with linen, cotton and other natural delicate materials, it is better to use ammonia or other substances that are designed for such fabrics. Any product with chlorine in the composition cannot be used. The most convenient and no less effective is a spray that delicately acts on things made of them.

To work with wool and silk, you need to choose gentle products, which include salt, soap and soda. By choosing aggressive varieties, you can easily ruin the product.

Denim items rarely need deodorant stains. But sometimes you can find characteristic marks on the shirt. When working with denim bleach should not be usedthat can leave light streaks on clothing. The only exception applies to oxygen products. Also denim does not tolerate hot water, sun drying and high speed. If you adhere to these recommendations, then even old stains will be removed effectively and safely.

Synthetics need more frequent washings. For such materials, you can use any of the available means. Washing can be carried out in the machine at low speeds and at a low temperature, or by hand, but strong curling should be avoided.

You can remove yellow marks from white fabric with peroxide and vinegar. Drying in the sun will produce a more efficient result. White synthetics cleans well and safely with aspirin.

Dark fabrics can be easily cleaned with laundry soap. If this method does not give a positive result, then alcohol, lemon juice and dishwashing detergent will come to the rescue. High efficiency is demonstrated by a mixture of baking soda and vinegar, but should not be used on delicate fabrics.

Colored materials, including red items, require care when choosing a method to remove stains. For example, wool, silk and viscose are afraid of vinegar, which can be safely used on other fabrics. Moreover, it will make the paint more resistant. After vinegar, you can use soap or special household chemicals.

Old stains that are more difficult to remove deserve special attention. Therefore, you need to remove dirt immediately after they appear, and not wait until the T-shirt hardens in the armpit area. To deal with such complex pollution, the following method should be used:

• rub the stain with ordinary laundry soap;
• place the product in a soapy solution for at least 6 hours;
• rinse thoroughly;
• if the desired effect was not achieved, sprinkle salt and three with a brush;
• we wash the product, rinse and dry.

You can also remove traces of antiperspirant using improvised means that are available in every home. The effectiveness of these methods has been repeatedly proven in practice.

• Vodka copes well with stains of various kinds, including from deodorants. It should be applied to the contaminated area and left in this state for 45-60 minutes. A concentrated soap solution should be prepared at this time. We wash clothes in it, rinse and dry well.

• Vinegar also allows you to quickly and effectively remove dirt from clothes, especially from dark clothes. Soak the contaminated area with ordinary table vinegar and leave it in this state for about an hour and a half. All that remains is to wash and dry. Such a tool should not be used on light-colored fabrics, as they can acquire a yellow tint.

• Dishwashing liquid is actively used to remove stains of various kinds at home. On the traces of the antiperspirant, you need to apply a small amount of the composition, grind and rinse after half an hour. In case of heavy dirt, you will have to repeat the procedure.

• Acetylsalicylic acid is available in almost every first aid kit, while few people think about its effect on stains. To get rid of stains, you need to crush 4 tablets.A little water is added to the resulting powder. You should get a thick, mushy mixture. We apply the resulting composition to the dirt and leave it to dry. We rinse and wash.

• Soda is used in a similar way as described above.

• Lemon juice squeeze onto stains and leave for 45 minutes. Then wash the product by hand.

• Hydrogen peroxide - this is the usual peroxide with which we treat wounds. The product is applied to stains, left on for 2 hours, after which all that remains is to wash the product. The result will be better if you add a little dishwashing gel and baking soda to the peroxide.

• Ammonia it is divorced with water in equal proportions. Even large and old stains can be cleaned with this product. The ammonia is kept on the product for only a few minutes - this time will be enough to obtain a positive result.

• Laundry soap has no restrictions on the color of fabrics - this is its versatility. The soap needs to be crushed, it is better to grate, and dissolve in a small amount of water. The resulting composition is applied to the dirt, after which you can wash the thing.

• Ammonia is a powerful tool that must be used with care. It will be enough to overexpose it on clothes a little, as it will irrevocably deteriorate. This product is contraindicated for delicate materials. Gloves must be worn when handling ammonia. The product is diluted in equal proportions with water. In this solution we moisten the sponge and treat the stains. We wait a few minutes and wash the product by hand or in the washing machine.

• Salt surprisingly highly effective when it comes to removing tough contaminants and removing unpleasant odors. The place with the stain must first be moistened, then covered with abundant salt and left in this form for 12 hours. Wet again, pour salt and three hands. We erase the thing.

• Plain nylon, from which women's oversized tights are made, will help remove white marks from antiperspirant. To do this, you just need to rub the place with dirt with a piece of nylon.

You can also wash off traces of deodorant with special products, which are available in stores.

• Frau Schmidt well known to the hostesses. The range of this manufacturer includes many mild bleaches and special stain removers. They are based on bile concentrate. Any of these products has a gentle effect on the material, preserves its structure and brightness of colors. With any of them, it will not be a problem to wipe off your favorite thing.

• Vanish is a popular remedy for removing stains of various types. The company produces liquid and powder formulations that deal with the most difficult stains, including deodorants, with equal efficiency.

• Amway although it is a network company, but the means of this brand are really effective in terms of combating pollution of varying complexity. These household chemicals gently remove stains even from delicate fabrics and are safe for humans. In the assortment, you can easily find the right tool that will be suitable for a particular case. Stain removers are available in the form of powders, concentrates, gels and sprays.

• Dr. Beckmann for many years it has been very popular with housewives. This success is due to the high quality and affordability. You can choose a multi-purpose product or buy a special stain remover that is designed to fight antiperspirant stains.

And at the end - some useful recommendations, which will help to return the product to its previous appearance:

• in the case of using household chemicals, it is necessary to carefully study the manufacturer's recommendations and adhere to them, otherwise you can spoil the thing and even harm your health;
• any product has a shelf life, after which it cannot be used;
• Before using any of the methods described above, it is necessary to test on an inconspicuous area of ​​clothing;
• to prevent the formation of the border of the treated area, it is necessary to rub the area of ​​contamination with a brush or wet the surrounding area of ​​the fabric before cleaning;
• you need to clean the dirt from the borders to the middle, in this case the stain will not grow;
• any means for removing stains is selected in accordance with the type of material;
• removal of stains should be carried out immediately after their appearance;
• When washing, baking soda can be added to the water, which effectively kills bacteria.

Any problem is easier to prevent. If you adhere to simple rules, then your clothes will not become stained after using antiperspirants:

• we choose a quality product from a trusted manufacturer;
• the application of the anti-odor agent should be carried out on dry armpits;
• spray antiperspirants should be sprayed at a distance of 20 cm from the body;
• you can dress only after the product has completely dried.

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