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Get Rid of Those Pesky Mayonnaise Stains on Your Underwear

Whether it was an incident in the kitchen or an ill-fated lunchtime sandwich, there's no denying mayonnaise is a hard stain to clean out. Most people assume you need to throw your underwear away, but that needn't be the case! Read on to find out how to get rid of those stubborn mayonnaise spots.

Updated 29 Jun 2023

By Jacobim Mugabe

Gather Your Supplies

The good news is that getting rid of mayonnaise stains from your underwear is actually pretty simple. Before you get started, make sure you have all the supplies you need. You will need a powerful laundry detergent, a bowl, white vinegar, and a microfiber cloth.

Step 1: Pre-Treat

Start by spending a few minutes pre-treating the stain. Fill the bowl with cool water and add a few drops of your laundry detergent, then mix until the detergent is dissolved. Soak the stained area of the underwear in the detergent solution for a few minutes.

Step 2: Create a Paste

In a separate bowl, mix together a few tablespoons of laundry detergent and some white vinegar. Whisk the mixture together until it forms a thick paste. Apply the paste to the stain and use a cloth to gently rub it in. Let sit for 10 minutes before rinsing.

Step 3: Clean and Rinse

Once the paste has been allowed to sit, rinse with cool water. Rub the area with a microfiber cloth to get any lingering mayonnaise out. Make sure to rinse thoroughly.

Step 4: Dry and Uncover

Finally, lay your underwear out flat so it can dry. Once it's completely dry, you should see the mayonnaise stain has gone. If any traces of the stain remain, you may need to repeat the pre-treatment and paste steps again.

Conclusion

Say goodbye to those stubborn mayonnaise stains in your underwear! With a few simple steps and right supplies, you can get rid of them quickly and easily. Just follow the steps above and your underwear will look as good as new.

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