HOW TO REMOVE LIPSTICK STAINS FROM FABRICS & OTHER SURFACES?
Women love to wear lipsticks but wearing lipstick stains is a complete no-no! You must have seen a lot of DIY tricks & tips that help us keep our lipsticks fresh for long hours. But, the irony of the situation is that no matter how quickly a lipstick fades after its application, lipstick stains are stubborn & do not fade out.
Now, imagine if your bright red lipstick falls accidentally & stains your plush off-white carpet. Or your toddler decides to use your branded lipstick to create doodles on your favorite handbag. These situations are scary. But today, we will teach you how to remove lipstick stains from fabrics & other surfaces without sweating your brow.
Irrespective of the location of the lipstick stain, the method to remove it remains the same. Although, if the lipstick stain is old and stubborn, you may have to perform one or two extra steps to remove it. You must check the care label of the fabric before you begin.
Things you will need
Clean piece of cloth/paper towel
Cold Water
Detergent
WD-40® Multi-use Product
Step 1
Blot the lipstick stain
This step is most effective when the stain is relatively fresh and hasn’t dried. Quickly blot the stain using a paper towel or a wet and clean cloth to remove the excess lipstick from the fabric. It will reduce the amount of effort required for the next steps.
Step 2
Rinse the stain with cold water
If the stain is on a clothing item, quickly take it to the bathroom sink and rinse with cold water. Place the stained area under running cold water from the back. Continue rubbing the stained area gently. After doing this 3 to 4 times, check if the stain is still there.
Step 3
Add Detergent to Treat the Stain
If you find that the lipstick stain persists, take some laundry detergent and rub it on the stained area while it is still wet. Gently rub the detergent on the stained area and leave it on for a few minutes. It is necessary to break the stains that have gotten older. After a few minutes, rinse it again with cold water.
For lipstick stains on carpets, make a paste using warm water & detergent. Apply the paste to the stained area & rub it using a cloth. After the lipstick stain has been lifted off the carpet, clean it with a damp cloth to remove any remaining residue.
Pro-tip: Use WD-40 Spray!
Lipsticks contain grease and, therefore, WD-40 Multi-use product will come in handy to remove lipstick stains. You can use it on fabrics, carpets, and even other surfaces. Just keep in mind that WD-40 can stain porous material. Thus, always do a patch test on a small area.
Spray WD-40 Multi-use Product directly on the stained area or on a piece of cloth. Leave it there for a few minutes to work its magic. Next, rub the stained area with an old toothbrush while the stain is still moist with WD-40. The lipstick stain has vanished as if it was never there.
For fabrics, rinse the clothing with cold water to remove any residue left behind. For carpets, use a soft, damp cloth to wipe down the area thoroughly.
Disclaimer
The uses shown and described for WD-40 Multi-Use Product were provided to WD-40 Company by the users themselves. These uses haven’t been tested by WD-40 Company and do not constitute a recommendation of suggestion for use by WD-40 Company. Common sense should be exercised whenever using WD-40 Company products. Always follow the instructions and take heed of any warnings printed on the packaging.
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September 14, 2021
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