How do I remove ink stains from light-colored fabrics?

Spray some hairspray onto the stained area and gently rub it into the fabric. Rinse with cold water and dab with a cloth towel.

How do I remove ink stains from dark-colored fabrics?

Rub some rubbing alcohol directly onto the stained area, and then rinse with cold water. Repeat as necessary for stubborn stains.

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How to Easily Remove Ink Stains from Traditional Dresses

Q: How do I remove ink stains from leather?

Dab the stain with a paper towel soaked in a mixture of warm water and dishwashing detergent. Gently rub in a circular motion and rinse with a damp cloth.

Ink stains can be difficult to remove from delicate fabrics, particularly traditional dresses. Fortunately, a few simple tricks can help you make light work of removing ink stains.

Updated 20 Feb 2023

By Mateuzs Kowalski

Removing Ink Stains from Light-Colored Fabrics

If your traditional dress is made of light-colored fabric, start by spraying some hairspray onto the stained area and allowing it to sit for several minutes. Gently rub the hairspray into the fabric, and then rinse with cold water. To finish, dab the stain with a cloth towel until it is gone.

Removing Ink Stains from Dark-Colored Fabrics

For dark-colored fabrics, try rubbing some rubbing alcohol directly onto stained area. Allow the alcohol to sit for a few minutes, and then rinse with cold water. For stubborn stains, you may need to repeat this process two or three times.

Removing Ink Stains from Leather

If your traditional dress has leather trim, you will need to take special care when removing ink stains. Start by dabbing the stain with a paper towel soaked in a mixture of warm water and dishwashing detergent. Gently rub the stain in a circular motion, and blot until the stain is gone. Finally, wipe the area with a damp cloth to rinse.

Tips for Cleaning Ink Stains

Be sure to test any cleaning solution on an inconspicuous area of traditional dress first to make sure it won’t cause discoloration.
Never use bleach to clean ink stains on traditional dress. Bleach can cause irreversible damage to various types of fabrics.
If you don’t have hairspray or rubbing alcohol at home, you can also try using a mild laundry detergent instead.

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