Removing Rouge Stains from Your Shirts: A Step-by-Step Guide
Rouge stains can be tricky to remove from clothing. Thankfully, there are several tried and true methods for removing those pesky discolorations that seem impossible to get rid of. Keep reading to find out more.
Updated 28 Feb 2023
By Jacobim Mugabe
What You’ll Need
- White cloth
- Spot cleaning solution or dish detergent
- Mild abrasive such as baking soda or borax
- Clean water
Instructions
- Dab the stain with a clean white cloth to remove as much of the rouge as possible.
- Mix an equal amount of spot cleaning solution or dish detergent with a small amount of water to make a paste.
- Using the paste, scrub the stain in a circular motion until it has been removed.
- If the stain is still present, mix a mild abrasive such as baking soda or borax with some water and apply it to area.
- Gently rub the mixture in a circular motion until the stain begins to fade.
- Wash the item in the washing machine according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Check item after the cycle has finished to ensure that stain has been removed.
Tips
- Don’t let the rouge stain set into the fabric before attempting to remove it.
- Test the spot cleaning solution and mild abrasive on a small, discreet part of the garment before applying it to the rouge stain.
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