How to Remove Toothpaste Stains From One-Piece Swimsuits
Nothing ruins a summer outfit faster than toothpaste stains on a one-piece swimsuit. But don't worry - it doesn't mean you need to buy a new swimsuit! With some simple tips and tricks, you can easily clean toothpaste stains from your one-piece swimsuit.
Updated 06 Mar 2023
By Nishat Asif
What You Need
Cleaning toothpaste stains from your one-piece swimsuit doesn't require a lot of supplies. You'll need white vinegar, an old toothbrush, a sponge, and some mild laundry detergent. That's it!
Steps for Cleaning Toothpaste Stains
- Start by mixing a solution of one part white vinegar and three parts warm water in a bowl.
- Dip an old toothbrush in the solution and gently scrub stained area of your one-piece swimsuit using small circular motions.
- Let the vinegar solution sit on the stain for 15 minutes.
- Once vinegar solution has set, use a sponge to dab at stained area. Be sure to rinse out sponge as needed.
- If any stains remain, apply a small amount of mild detergent (such as Woolite or Dawn) onto the stain, then gently scrub with an old toothbrush.
- Rinse off the stained area with warm water and let the one-piece swimsuit air dry.
Tips and Tricks
- Make sure to rinse off stained area of the one-piece swimsuit after cleaning to remove any residue.
- It's important to use a mild detergent when cleaning stained area. Harsh detergents may cause the dye in your one-piece swimsuit to fade.
- If there are still traces of the stain after the first attempt, repeat steps 1-5 until the stain is completely gone.
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