How To Remove Stubborn Stains From Clothing and Linens

You’ll Need:

• Baking soda

• White vinegar

• Hydrogen peroxide

How to Remove:

1. Make a paste with 3 parts baking soda to 1 part water and apply.

2. Let sit for 30 minutes, then rinse.

3. For tougher stains, mix equal parts vinegar and hydrogen peroxide. Apply and let sit 10 minutes before washing.

🌿 7. Grass Stains

You’ll Need:

• Rubbing alcohol or white vinegar

• Laundry detergent

How to Remove:

1. Apply rubbing alcohol or vinegar to loosen the green pigment.

2. Rub in laundry detergent and rinse with cold water.

3. Wash as usual.

💄 8. Makeup Stains (Lipstick, Foundation, Mascara)

You’ll Need:

• Dish soap

• Rubbing alcohol

How to Remove:

1. Dab the stain with rubbing alcohol to break down oils.

2. Apply dish soap and gently rub in.

3. Rinse with warm water and wash normally.

🍝 9. Tomato Sauce or Ketchup Stains

You’ll Need:

• Dish soap

• White vinegar

How to Remove:

1. Scrape off excess sauce.

2. Rinse the fabric under cold water from the back.

3. Mix dish soap with vinegar and apply to stain.

4. Scrub gently, rinse, and launder.

🧺 Pro Tips for Stain Success

• Use Cold Water for Protein Stains (blood, sweat, dairy) to avoid setting them.

• Use Warm Water for Greasy Stains to help break down oils.

• Pre-Soak When Needed: Soak in warm water with detergent for 30 minutes for tough stains.

• Repeat if Necessary: Some stains need a second round—don’t give up too soon!

🛡️ Stain Prevention Hacks

• Spray fabrics with a stain-resistant protector.

• Carry a stain removal pen in your purse or glove compartment.

• Wash stained items separately to avoid spreading.

✨ Say Goodbye to Stains, Hello to Freshness

Whether it’s a morning coffee mishap, a red wine accident at dinner, or grass stains from a weekend picnic, this guide arms you with everything you need to win the war on stains. With a little effort and these powerful tricks, your clothes and linens will look fresh, clean, and good as new.