Cleaning Oil Pastel Stains from Leggings in 5 Simple Steps
Oil pastels are great for a variety of arts and crafts projects. But it is not so great when the pigment used in these colored wax sticks gets stuck on your clothes, such as leggings! Read on to learn how to get oil pastel stains out of your favorite leggings in five easy steps.
Updated 04 Mar 2023
By Blaž Stančič
Step 1: Blot the Stained Area
Using a paper towel or cloth, start by dabbing the stained area to absorb as much of the oil pastel pigment as possible. You can also use a vacuum cleaner with an upholstery attachment to help remove any loose particles of pigment.
Step 2: Pretreat the Stain
Using a damp cloth, apply a pretreatment solution — such as laundry detergent, dish soap, liquid enzyme cleaner, or a combination of these — to the stained area. Let the pretreatment sit for several minutes before proceeding to the next step.
Step 3: Wash the Leggings
Using warm water, place the leggings in the washing machine along with the pretreatment solution and other regular detergent. Set the cycle to gentle and start the machine. Allow the leggings to run through the entire cycle.
Step 4: Check for Residue
Once the cycle is complete, take the leggings out of the washing machine and check for any remaining residue from the oil pastels. If there is any pigment left behind, repeat the previous steps until the stain is gone.
Step 5: Dry the Leggings
Finally, pop the leggings into the dryer and set it to the lowest heat setting. Once the leggings are completely dry, they should be free of all oil pastel stains. Job done!
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