So, it’s important to begin the removal process focused on the dye.

you’re free to use the same dye removal process for white, colored, or printed fabrics.

Once the gelcap dye stains are gone, wash the garment as you usually would.

How to Remove Vitamin and Fish Oil Gelcap Stains From Clothes

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Even if the dye from the gelcap is gone, the oil may linger.

Inspect the stained area before drying and repeat the process if necessary.

Lift the Capsule

Lift away any solid capsule parts from carpet fibers using a dull knife.

Overhead view of materials needed to remove vitamin gel stains

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Use a soft-bristled brush to work the powder into the carpet.

Add one tablespoon of household ammonia to the mixture.

Allow the area to air dry away from direct heat and then vacuum to lift the carpet fibers.

Mixing an oxygen-based bleach solution

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You may repeat the removal steps until the stain is gone.

Head to thedry cleanerand point out the stain as soon as possible.

If the stained clothing or upholstery is vintage or silk, consult a professional.

Submerging the garment in an oxygen bleach solution

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If you washed the stained garment before you removed the stain, the mark might be permanent.

Do not rub immediately.

That will only push the stain deeper into the fabric fibers and make the stain harder to remove.

Applying detergent to the stained area

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Machine washing and drying a gelcap vitamin or fish oil-stained garment before pretreating it can permanently seal the stain.

Mix 1/2 cup vodka with 1 cup cool water in a spray bottle, and spritz the smelly garment.

Then hang the item outside in a well-ventilated area for a few hours.

Working the detergent in with a soft bristled brush

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The sun’s ultraviolet rays help to kill bacteria, which can cause clothing to smell musty.

Plus, fresh air circulation that triggers when clothes are hung outdoors helps to remove moisture and trapped odors.

Lifting the gel cap vitamin oil stain from the carpet

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Sprinkling the stained area with baking soda

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Using carpet cleaner on the stained area

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Blotting the stained area

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