Have you found yourself in a battle with hairspray stains on your scrubs? You're not alone. Professional nurses and medical workers everywhere know the frustration of dealing with these inevitable spills. But fear not! Cleaning up hairspray stains is doable, and this article will walk you through the steps you need to take to make it happen.
Updated 03 Mar 2023
By Peter Blackwood
The first step for removing hairspray from fabric is to pre-treat the stain. Begin by blotting area with warm water and a cloth. Be careful, as scrubbing the fabric can push the hairspray further into the fibres. Then, use a soft scrub brush to scrub a detergent solution into the fabric, or spray a pre-treatment stain remover directly onto the affected area.
Once the stain has been pre-treated, stick the garment in the washing machine for a full cycle. Make sure to choose the appropriate water temperature for the fabric, and use a heavy-duty detergent. If the stain still remains, repeat the pre-treatment, wash and dry cycle one more time.
If the stain still won't come out after several cycles through the washing machine, it's time to break out the dry cleaning supplies. Take the garment to a professional dry cleaner and explain problem. A dry cleaner will have tools and expertise to tackle even the most stubborn hairspray stains.
Hairspray stains can be a challenge, but with the right combination of pre-treatment, detergents and dry cleaning, even the toughest messes can be cleaned up with ease. With the instructions outlined above, you'll have no problem keeping your scrubs looking fresh and clean.
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