How do I remove mascara stains from tights?

Soak the tights in warm water and liquid detergent for 30 minutes. Wash the tights in the washing machine on a gentle cycle. Hang them up to air dry. If there are still some stubborn stains, try using a stain remover or rubbing alcohol.

How can I prevent mascara stains on my tights?

Check your mascara wand before using it. Keep your mascara wand away from your tights. If you get mascara on your skin, wipe it off right away. Wash your tights regularly.

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How to Quickly Get Rid of Mascara Stains on Tights

No one wants to deal with mascara stains on their tights. Thankfully, removing stains is easy and doesn’t take very long if you follow a few simple steps.

Updated 25 Jun 2023

By Isabelle Trottier

Step 1: Soaking the Tights

The first step in the process is to soak your tights in warm water. Fill a sink or bucket with warm water and add a teaspoon of liquid detergent. Swish the tights around in the warm water for a few minutes before leaving them to soak for at least 30 minutes.

Step 2: Washing the Tights

When the tights have finished soaking, you can wash them in the washing machine. Add a small amount of laundry detergent to the machine, put the tights in, and set it to a gentle cycle. Wash the tights with other dark-colored clothing so that the colors don’t run.

Step 3: Drying the Tights

Once the tights are washed, you can dry them. The best way to do this is to hang them up to air-dry. Avoid putting them in the tumble dryer as this may make the stains worse. If you must put them in the dryer, set it to a low heat setting.

Step 4: Doing a Spot Treatment

Once your tights are dry, you may still need to do a spot treatment to get rid of any remaining stains. Try using a stain remover or rubbing alcohol on the affected area. Let it sit on the stain for a few minutes before washing the tights one more time.

Tips for Preventing Mascara Stains

Always check your mascara wand before using it.
Keep your mascara wand away from your tights.
If you get mascara on your skin, wipe it off right away.
Wash your tights regularly.

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