How do I clean mascara stains from cotton Oxford?

Scrape off the excess mascara, pretreat with a stain remover, wash with hot water and laundry detergent, and repeat if necessary.

Should I use bleach when washing mascara stains?

If the fabric can tolerate it, use an oxygen-based bleach when washing the stain.

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Make Mascara Stains Disappear With These Easy-to-Follow Steps

Mascara stains on cotton Oxford shirts can be annoying and difficult to remove. But don't despair, there are a few simple techniques that can help you get your shirt looking good as new! We'll explore these techniques in this article.

Updated 25 Jun 2023

By Nishat Asif

Step 1: Scrape Off Excess Product

Before applying any cleaning products, you should always scrape off the excess mascara from the affected area. This will help the cleaning process be more effective, as well as prevent the stain from spreading further.

Step 2: Pretreat with Stain Remover

After scraping off excess product, the next step is to pretreat the stained area with a stain remover. This will help break down the mascara residue and make it easier to remove. You can use either a commercial stain remover or make an effective homemade solution with white vinegar and liquid detergent.

Step 3: Wash with Hot Water

Once stain has been pretreated, you can proceed to washing item with hot water and laundry detergent. Use the hottest temperature setting fabric can handle and an oxygen-based bleach (if fabric can tolerate it) for best results. After washing, check to see if the stain is completely gone before drying the garment.

Step 4: Repeat if Necessary

If the stain is still there after washing, repeat the previous steps as necessary until the stain is completely gone.

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