Removing Unwelcome Toothpaste Stains from Polyester with Ease
Toothpaste is an essential part of proper oral hygiene, but the resulting stains can be a bit of a nuisance. Fortunately, most toothpaste stains can easily be removed from polyester fabrics with all the supplies you need likely already in your home!
Updated 06 Mar 2023
By Mateuzs Kowalski
What You'll Need
- Mild detergent (like baby or hand soap)
- Hydrogen peroxide
- White vinegar
- Soft bristle brush
- Bowl of cool water
- Absorbent towel
Steps to Remove the Stain
- Mix together a solution of ¼ teaspoon of detergent and 1 tablespoon of hydrogen peroxide in a small bowl.
- Soak the stained portion of the garment in the bowl for 15 minutes.
- Scrub stained area with a soft bristle brush for 1 minute.
- Rinse the garment in a bowl of cool water for about 5 minutes.
- Mix together a solution of 1 tablespoon of white vinegar and 1 cup of cool water.
- Dip the stained area into vinegar solution and let it soak for 10 minutes.
- Use the soft bristle brush to gently scrub stained area again.
- Rinse the area with cool water.
- Blot the area with a towel to absorb any remaining moisture.
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