Top Tips on How to Get Medicine Stains Out of Your Cocktail Dress!
Accidents happen, but don't let a little spill ruin your cocktail dress! Here are some helpful tips on how to get medicine stains out of fabric so you can keep your dress looking gorgeous for years to come.
Updated 05 Mar 2023
By Blaž Stančič
Steps for Removing Fresh Medicine Stains from Fabric
- Soak the fabric in cold water with a small quantity of stain remover. Let it soak for at least 1 hour.
- Rinse the fabric in cold running water.
- If there is still a residue on the fabric, mix a solution of equal parts water and vinegar and apply it directly to medicine stain.
- Let solution sit on material for at least 15 minutes before rinsing with cold water.
- Launder the fabric with warm water.
- Once the garment has been laundered, inspect for any remaining medicine stain. If the stain still remains, repeat the steps above.
Dealing with Set-in Medicine Stains
- Mix one part dishwashing detergent with two parts hydrogen peroxide. Use a clean white cloth to apply the solution to the medicine stain.
- Once the solution has been applied, allow it to sit on the stain for approximately 15 minutes.
- Rinse the fabric in cold water.
- Launder the fabric as you normally would.
- once the garment has been laundered, inspect for any remaining medicine stain. If the stain still remains, repeat the steps above.
Caring for Your Cocktail Dress Post-Stain Removal
- Always read care label of your cocktail dress before attempting stain removal.
- To prevent further damage to the fabric, never use hot water or bleach when treating medicine stains.
- Be sure to rinse the treated area thoroughly, as any traces of cleaning solution can cause discoloration.
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