How to Remove Lotion Stains from Clothes
The approach for getting lotion stains out of clothes is similar whether you're dealing with sunscreen stains, diaper cream stains, suntan lotion stains, or a body lotion stain. These stains can be tricky since they’re oil-based. Follow these five simple steps for success, and your fabrics can be as good as new.
Yield: 1 clean fabric
Cost: $0.25
Equipment
- 1 Butter knife or spoon
- 1 Paper towel or clean rag
- 1 Soft-bristled brush
Materials
- ½ tablespoon enzyme-based stain remover
Instructions
- Scrape off the lotion with a butter knife or spoon.
- Blot the stain with a paper towel or rag.
- Pre-treat the stain with an enzyme-based stain remover.
- Scrub the stain remover in with a soft-bristled brush. Then, let the fabric sit for ten minutes before rinsing and washing as usual.
Notes
It's important to act quickly! As soon as you see the stain, stop what you're doing and prepare to treat it immediately.
- No enzyme-based stain remover? Make a paste using powdered laundry detergent and water. You can also mix a small amount of liquid detergent or liquid dish soap
- Don’t wash the lotion with hot water before it’s completely gone. Doing so can set the stain.
- Test any stain removal method on a small, inconspicuous area of the fabric first to ensure it doesn’t cause discoloration.
- If you're dealing with white clothes, it may be sufficient to spot-treat with an oxygen-based bleach. Remember to test the fabric first before applying it to a large area.
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