How do you remove suntan lotion stains from Lacoste shirts?

The best way to remove suntan lotion stains from Lacoste shirts is to first gently blot the stain using a white cloth. Then pre-treat the stain with a mild detergent mixed with lukewarm water. Finally, rinse the area with cold water and wash in cold water with a mild detergent until the stain is gone.

How long should the pre-treating solution sit on the stain?

The pre-treating solution should sit on the stain for fifteen minutes before rinsing.

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How to Remove Suntan Lotion Stains from Lacoste Shirts

Nothing ruins a great summer day like a suntan lotion stain. While sun protection is important, no one wants their stylish Lacoste shirt to be ruined. Luckily, with some basic cleaning supplies and the right technique, it’s possible to remove suntan lotion stains from Lacoste shirts.

Updated 12 Mar 2023

By Jacobim Mugabe

The most important thing to remember when removing suntan lotion stains is to act quickly. The longer it sits in the fabric, the harder it will be to remove. It’s also important to treat the stain gently, since strong scrubbing can damage the fabric or make the stain worse.

Step 1: Gently Blot the Stain

Using a white cloth, very gently blot the stain until you remove as much of the lotion as possible. Be sure to blot from the outside of the stain toward the center so that you don’t spread the lotion further into the fabric. Once you have removed as much as possible, move onto step two.

Step 2: Pre-Treat the Stain with a Mild Detergent

Mix a mild detergent with lukewarm water and combine to create a sudsy solution. Using a white cloth, gently dab the solution onto the stain, once again using light pressure and working from the outside of the stain inwards. Allow the solution to sit on the stain for fifteen minutes before going any further.

Step 3: Rinse with Cold Water

Once solution has been allowed to work into the fabric, rinse the area with cold water to remove the detergent. Once again, begin at the outside of the stain and work towards the center. Repeat this process until all of the detergent is removed.

Step 4: Wash in Cold Water

Once the stain has been rinsed, wash the shirt in cold water with a mild detergent. After the wash cycle is complete, check to see if the stain is gone. If not, repeat the spot treating and rinsing process from above until the stain is removed.

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