How do I clean mascara stains from velvet?

You can easily remove mascara stains from velvet by gently blotting the area with an absorbent cloth, freezing the stained area, scraping the stain off with a dull-edged credit card or knife, and then cleaning the area with a mild soap solution.

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Clean Mascara Stains from Velvet Easily with These Simple Steps

Mascara stains are hard to remove from fabrics. Velvet is one of the most delicate fabric and can easily be ruined if improperly handled. However, it is not impossible to remove mascara stains from velvet. Here are some easy steps that you can follow to get your velvet item looking as good as new.

Updated 25 Jun 2023

By Cyryl Wozniak

Step 1: Blotting Stain

The first step to take in treating a mascara stain on velvet is to gently blot the area with an absorbent cloth or paper towel. This will help to soak up any excess product that may have not yet soaked into the fabric. Use a gentle scrubbing motion for best results.

Step 2: Freezing Stain

After blotting the area, you can then try freezing the stained area. This can help to solidify mascara and make it easier to scrape off. Simply place an ice cube in a plastic bag and hold it over the stain for a few minutes until area is completely frozen.

Step 3: Scraping Stain

Once the area is frozen, you can then scrape the mascara stain off of the velvet with a dull-edged credit card or knife. Be sure to scrape in only one direction, and take care not to damage the velvet in the process.

Step 4: Cleaning the Stain

Once you have scraped the majority of stain off, you can then use a mild soap solution to clean area. First, mix 1 teaspoon of a mild liquid soap with 2 cups of lukewarm water and stir until a foam forms. Then, use a white cloth to dab the stain lightly with this solution. Finally, rinse with cold water and let the area air dry thoroughly.

Conclusion

By following these simple steps, you can easily treat and remove mascara stains from velvet items. Be sure to take extra caution while handling velvet, as it can easily be damaged if treated incorrectly.

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