Tackle Lipstick Stains on Charmeuse with These Simple Cleaning Tips
Lipstick stains are no match for charmeuse fabric once you know how to tackle them. Read on to learn best techniques for removing lipstick stains from charmeuse.
Updated 26 Jun 2023
By Blaž Stančič
Charmeuse is a delicate, lightweight silk fabric, prized for its glossy sheen. Whether you have lipstick stains on a blouse or dress, you want to make sure you treat it properly to avoid damaging fabric.
What You Need to Clean Lipstick Stains from Charmeuse
Before you get started, make sure you have all the necessary supplies:
- Cold water
- Dish soap
- White vinegar
- Ammonia
- A clean white cloth
- An iron
How to Clean Lipstick Stains from Charmeuse
- Blot the stain lightly with a clean white cloth.
- Mix equal parts cold water and dish soap in a bowl, then dip the cloth in mixture.
- Gently blot stain with the soapy water, taking care not to rub the fabric or spread the stain.
- Rinse cloth in cold water and continue blotting the stain until all of the soap has been removed.
- Mix equal parts white vinegar and cold water in a separate bowl.
- Dip the cloth in the vinegar mixture and continue to blot the stain until it is gone.
- If the stain persists, use a cloth dipped in ammonia to gently blot stain one more time.
- Once the stain has been removed, rinse the fabric with cold water and blot with a clean cloth.
- Iron the fabric on a low setting, using a piece of parchment paper between the iron and the fabric to protect it.
With a little patience and the right supplies, lipstick stains don't have to be a problem on charmeuse fabric.