Tired of Suntan Lotion Stains on Your Voile? Here's How to Get Rid of Them!
The summer is officially here and no doubt you've been taking advantage of the sunshine and spending as much time as you can outside. You're probably also slathering on sunscreen to protect your skin from the sun's rays, but all that lotion can leave marks and stains on your lightweight voile fabric. Don't worry! Here's how to get rid of suntan lotion stains on voile fabric so you can enjoy your sun-filled days.
Updated 12 Mar 2023
By Mateuzs Kowalski
Steps to Remove Suntan Lotion Stains From Voile Fabric
- Mix a solution of dish soap and lukewarm water in a bowl.
- Use a soft cloth or sponge to dab the affected area with the solution until the stain is saturated.
- Leave the solution to work for about 10 minutes.
- Rinse the area with clean, cool water.
- If there is still a stain, mix a small amount of mild bleach with the solution and dab it onto fabric.
- Rinse the area again with clean, cool water.
- Finally, air dry the fabric or lay flat to dry completely.
Tips For Cleaning Suntan Lotion Stains From Voile Fabric
- Don’t rub the stain as this can cause fabric to pill or tear.
- Do a patch test with the solution before applying it to the entire stain.
- Always launder voile fabric after cleaning the stain to ensure any residue of the solution is gone.
- Be sure to check the labels to make sure the fabric isn’t dry clean only before trying any of these steps.