How do I create the cleaning solution?

In the bucket, add two tablespoons of the liquid dish soap and two cups of warm water. Grab the damp sponge and dip it in the solution, squeezing out any excess water. Then, dampen the cloth with the same solution.

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How to Easily Clean Suntan Lotion Stains from Your Gucci

Q: What supplies do I need to clean suntan lotion stains from my Gucci?

You'll need a cloth, a damp sponge, a bucket, liquid dish soap, and some isopropyl alcohol.

Summer has arrived, and with it comes one of the most annoying stains to remove: suntan lotion. Sunscreen, self-tanning lotions, and bronzing powder all leave behind a greasy, difficult-to-remove residue. Don’t panic if your Gucci bag or wallet gets stained, because here’s how you can easily clean off any suntan lotion!

Updated 12 Mar 2023

By Matej Kramberger

Step 1: Gather all the Proper Supplies

Start by gathering the following items: a cloth, a damp sponge, a bucket, liquid dish soap, and some isopropyl alcohol.

Step 2: Spot Test

After gathering the necessary supplies, it's important to do a spot test on an inconspicuous area of your bag or wallet. A good spot to test is either on the underside of the item or inside a seam. This will let you know if cleaner will discolor or damage the material. If the spot test passes, move on to the next step.

Step 3: Create the Cleaning Solution

In the bucket, add two tablespoons of the liquid dish soap and two cups of warm water. Grab the damp sponge and dip it in solution, squeezing out any excess water. Then, dampen cloth with the same solution.

Step 4: Gently Clean the Stain

When cleaning a bag, start by dabbing at the stain gently with the cloth. Remember to be gentle and never scrub in a circular motion as this can damage material. When cleaning a wallet, make sure to use the corner of the cloth. After the initial dabbing, go over area with the damp sponge.

Step 5: Rinse and Dry

Once you’re done, rinse the cloth and sponge in warm water and then wipe away the suds from your item. Let the item air dry after wiping away the suds.

Step 6: Check for Set-In Stains

If the suntan lotion stains are still visible, grab the isopropyl alcohol and repeat steps three and four. Be sure to test the area first with the spot test.

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