That will push the ink deeper into the fibers or spread it so the stain becomes larger.
Work from the outside edge of the stain toward the center to prevent spreading.
Be sure to point out and identify the stain to get thebest results from the cleaner.
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Blot the dampened stain with a paper towel to remove any loose ink.
Keeping moving to a clean area of the towel to prevent spreading the ink.
Work from the outside edges toward the center of the stain to keep it from getting larger.
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Keep blotting until no more ink is transferred to a clean area of the paper towel.
Starting at one edge of the stain, rub the swab on the ink.
Use a fresh swab as the ink is transferred to the cotton tip.
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Work slowly to prevent spreading the ink and continue until no more ink transfers to the swab.
For large stains, use an eyedropper to apply the alcohol and blot with a paper towel.
They will not be as effective as plain rubbing alcohol.
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Look for products that contain as much alcohol as possible.
Do not use hair spray or hand sanitizer that contains conditioners or other ingredients that may stain the fabric.
Do not place the jeans in a hot dryer until the stain is gone.
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If the stain remains, repeat the stain removal steps.
Submerge the jeans and allow them to soak for eight hours or overnight.
Allow the detergent to work for 10 minutes and wash as usual.
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If not, repeat the stain removal steps.
Do not dry the jeans in the dryer at high heat until the stain is completely gone.
Then, treat it with rubbing alcohol prior to washing.
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Always spot-test rubbing alcohol or any other cleaner on fabric in an inconspicuous area.
Rubbing alcohol might fade the color of some fabrics.
Vodkaand other clear liquors can be used as an ink remover if you don’t have rubbing alcohol.
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Simply replace the rubbing alcohol with vodka in the cleaning process and then launder.
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