Refreshing Your Evening Gown and Cleaning Those Pesky Suntan Lotion Stains
No one likes having to deal with suntan lotion stains on their evening gown, but it doesn't have to be a total disaster. With a few simple steps, you can have your dress looking like new in no time.
Updated 13 Mar 2023
By Noemi Denker
The best way to clean suntan lotion stains from an evening gown is to first dab area with a damp cloth to remove as much of stain as possible. Then, dilute some liquid laundry detergent with cold water and use a soft bristled brush to work the detergent into the stained area. Finally, rinse the area with warm water and add a bit of fabric stain remover, allowing it to soak for a few minutes before washing garment as normal.
It's also important to treat the stain as soon as possible. The longer suntan lotion residue is allowed to sit on clothing, the more likely it is to become permanent. If the stain has already set in, apply some hydrogen peroxide and let it sit for 10-15 minutes before scrubbing it with a sponge or soft brush and rinsing the area with water. Once stain is gone, allow the garment to air dry.
Another way to prevent suntan lotion stains on an evening gown is to use a beach cover up. It's easy to slip a cover up over your dress while still enjoying sun, and it'll help protect gown from any errant drips or spills.
Cleaning suntan lotion stains from an evening gown doesn't have to be a hassle. With just a few simple steps, you can bring any dress back to its former glory.
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