Sparkling wines, when spilled, can have quite the impact on your clothing, furniture and accessories. One item that’s more delicate to clean is a hairclip. If you’ve spilled sparkling wine on your hair clips, you don’t necessarily have to toss them in trash! Here are five simple ways to help remove those pesky stains.
Updated 21 Feb 2023
By Noemi Denker
1. Soak your hairclips in a mixture of warm water and baking soda. Baking soda helps to absorb odors and can work as a gentle cleanser on small items like hair clips. Mix equal parts of baking soda and warm water and submerge your hair clips for several minutes. Afterward, rinse them off with cold water and lay out to dry.
2. Use a gentle all-purpose cleaner. Choose a product that’s labeled as “gentle” or “non-abrasive.” This will ensure that your hair clips don’t become damaged or scratched. Dilute with some warm water before applying a small amount of the cleaner. After the solution has had time to soak into the stain, rinse off with cold water and leave to air dry.
3. Apply a dab of toothpaste. Non-gel white toothpaste can be effective at removing wine stains, as it contains mild abrasives that help to lift the stain. Squeeze a small amount of toothpaste onto the stained area and gently scrub it with a damp cloth. Rinse with cold water and leave to air dry.
4. Try isopropyl alcohol. Isopropyl alcohol is a common household item that can help remove most types of stains, including sparkling wine. To use it, apply a small amount of the alcohol to a cotton swab and gently rub the stained area until the stain is gone. Repeat if needed. Before using your hair clips again, leave them to completely air dry.
5. Let your hair clips sit in vinegar. Vinegar is known for its stain-removing ability and it’s often used to help remove wine stains from materials like clothing. To use it on your hair clips, mix one part vinegar with two parts warm water and let your clips sit in the mixture for several minutes. Rinse with cold water and air dry before use.
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