The oil or pigment in foundation, blush, and the like can leave frustrating spots on your belongings.

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These products include detergent, spray-on stain remover, and bleach.

Heavy-duty detergent is best, as itcontains adequate enzymesto remove the stain.

How to Remove Makeup Stains

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Never place a garment into a machine dryer before the mark is eliminated.

It can set the stain and make it very difficult to remove.

You may use a heavy-duty liquiddetergentsuch as Tide or Persil.

Materials needed to remove makeup stains on clothing

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If you own powdered detergent, you may combine it with water to form and apply a paste.

In addition, you will need a vacuum, dishwashing liquid, and carpet cleaning solution.

This works best on waterproof products like mascara.

Using a lint roller to remove makeup powder stains

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Apply the liquid makeup remover gently using a cotton swab and dab at the area after it’s saturated.

If you have oil-free makeup wipes, you may use them too.

you’ve got the option to apply these methods to face paint stains as well.

Applying stain remover to a garment stained with makeup

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If your stained fabric is dry clean only, visit your dry cleaner and point out the stain.

Silk and vintage clothing and upholstery always require specialty cleaning.

Try dipping a clean cloth in a white vinegar and water solution and wiping away a makeup stain.

Working in stain remover with fingers or a soft brush

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A heavy-duty laundry detergent will be your best bet when trying to remove makeup foundation from clothing.

Letting the stain remover sit

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Running a wash cycle

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Mixing an oxygen bleach solution

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Submerging the garment in an oxygen bleach solution

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