How do I get scissors oil stains out of silk Habotai?

Blot the stain gently with a clean cloth until you absorb as much of the oils as possible. Then mix a solution of a couple of drops of mild, color-safe detergent in a cup of warm water and apply it to the stained area. Blot the stained area with the detergent solution from the outside of the stain towards the center, then rinse it with lukewarm water and let the fabric air dry.

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Get Those Scissors Oil Stains Out of Your Silk Habotai in 4 Easy Steps

Q: What should I avoid when cleaning silk Habotai?

Never put silk fabric in the dryer. The heat can cause the fabric to shrink and may make the stain even more difficult to remove. Always air dry instead!

Silk habotai is a beautiful fabric, and sometimes accidents happen, such as scissors oil stains. Don’t despair - there are ways to successfully get those stains out of your fabric, no matter what color it is! Here’s how.

Updated 03 Mar 2023

By Nishat Asif

Step 1: Dab Stain with a Clean Cloth

Start by blotting the stain gently with a clean cloth. Make sure not to rub the stain, or you could make it worse. Blot it gently until you absorb as much of the oils as possible.

Step 2: Apply Detergent Solution

Mix a solution of a couple of drops of mild, color-safe detergent in a cup of warm water. Dip a clean cloth in the solution and apply a small amount on stained area of the silk habotai. Let the detergent sit on the fabric for a few minutes.

Step 3: Blot with a Clean Cloth

Once again, use a clean cloth to blot the stained area with the detergent solution. Work from the outside of the stain towards the center. This will help to draw the stain away from the fabric and prevent it from penetrating deeper into the fabric.

Step 4: Rinse and Air Dry

Finally, rinse the area with lukewarm water and let fabric air dry. Inspect your fabric for any remaining areas of the stain and repeat the process if necessary.

Important Advice

No matter how tempted you may be, never put silk fabric in the dryer. The heat can cause the fabric to shrink and may make the stain even more difficult to remove. Always air dry instead!

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