What type of cleaning products can I use on oil pastel stains?

For most fabrics, you may use rubbing alcohol, a mixture of dish liquid and water, or a heavy-duty laundry detergent. For wool and silk fabrics, use a cloth dampened with a mild detergent and cold (never hot) water. To be extra cautious, let a professional dry cleaner take on the job.

What should I do if the oil pastel stain doesn't come out?

If any color remains, repeat the spot cleaning steps with a cleaning agent until the stain is gone.

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Beat Oil Pastel Stains: Learn How to Spot-Clean Business Attire

Oil pastels are a great go-to art tool, but they can wreak havoc on delicate business clothing. Here’s how to get rid of oil pastel stains quickly and easily.

Updated 04 Mar 2023

By Brane Lukman

Preparing the Stain

Begin by wiping up surface oil with a dry, clean cloth. If the material is safe to launder, you may then wish to launder with warm water and a gentle, bleach-free detergent. Check labels beforehand to ensure the garment is safe for laundering.

Do Not Let it Set

It’s important not to let oil pastel stains set, as this can worsen their effects. As soon as you notice a stain, begin spot cleaning.

Spot Cleaning Solutions

There are several possible solutions for spot removal, depending on fabric of the garment. For most fabrics, you may use rubbing alcohol, a mixture of dish liquid and water, or a heavy-duty laundry detergent. Test a small area of fabric before attempting to clean the entire stain.

For wool and silk fabrics, use a cloth dampened with a mild detergent and cold (never hot) water. To be extra cautious, let a professional dry cleaner take on the job.

Removing Excess Product

Once the stain has been treated with a cleaning agent, dab the area (don’t rub!) with a dry cloth to remove any excess product. If any color remains, repeat the steps above until it is gone.

Preserving Fabrics

If you have any concerns about a fabric’s safety when cleaning, use a mild detergent. Hot water, harsh detergents, and chlorine bleach can all damage delicate fabrics, so take special care and proceed slowly and cautiously when cleaning them.

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