How to Get Deodorant Out of Clothing
White deodorant streaks are a ghastly sight, ruining a neat, clean look in an instant. But discontinuing deodorant use is out of the question for most people, no matter the challenges it presents to clothing. The benefits of putting on deodorant generally outweigh the downside of white streaks -- making white-deodorant-streaked clothing an occasional reality. Sometimes the deodorant remains on clothing -- like your favorite black top -- even after it has been washed. Remove stains with quick solutions for getting the deodorant off your clothing. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Pull the stained area of the garment taut and whisk the deodorant marks with a pair of nylons. Use quick back-and-forth motions, working to lift the stain.
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Rub the stain with a cotton sock, creating friction between the two fabrics, removing the deodorant. If you do not have a cotton sock or something similar to use, try turning the garment inside out and rub the deodorant marks with the inside of the fabric.
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Blot at the deodorant stain using a dry, gentle Buf-Puf facial sponge. Try whisking the marks gently using back-and-forth motions to break up the deodorant and remove it.
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Remove deodorant from clothing in the wash. Apply ammonia, stain remover or liquid laundry detergent directly to the deodorant-covered areas. To apply the ammonia, put the ammonia on a rag and apply it to the stain before laundering. To apply the stain remover or liquid laundry detergent, pour or spray the liquid directly onto the stain, rub the fabric together to loosen the stain and allow the liquid to penetrate the stain for at least 20 minutes before washing.
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Tips & Warnings
To prevent deodorant streaks from occurring, apply the antiperspirant carefully and sparingly, and allow it to dry before putting on your clothing.
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