How to Easily Remove Sunscreen Stains from Cargo Pants
Cargo pants, especially those made with lighter fabrics, can be prone to staining, especially when sunscreen and oils come into contact with them. To get rid of these stains, you need to know the right stain removal techniques and products that are safe to use on fabric.
Updated 13 Mar 2023
By Mateuzs Kowalski
How to Clean Suntan Lotion Stains from Cargo Pants
- Check the care label inside your cargo pants for any detailed information on cleaning or laundering the item. Different fabrics require different cleaning techniques.
- Mix a solution of equal parts of liquid dishwashing detergent, white vinegar and cold water.
- Immerse the stained area in the solution. Let it sit for up to 15 minutes.
- Rinse out the spot with cold water. Be sure to rinse until all of the soap is gone.
- If the stain is still visible, try blotting it with non-gel, non-abrasive toothpaste.
- Allow the toothpaste to sit on stain until it dries. Then, brush it off.
- Once stain is gone, launder your cargo pants as you normally would.
Additional Tips and Advice
- Always test any cleaning solutions or products on an inconspicuous area of the fabric before using it to treat the stain.
- If you notice that the stain has spread or set in, take your cargo pants to a professional dry cleaner.
- Letting sunscreen or oils sit on your cargo pants for too long may cause stain to become permanent, so it’s important to clean it as soon as possible.
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