on 5/29/2007
First boil a kettle full of water then add a cup full of vinegar into container. Then rub palmolive dishwashing liquid (undiluted) unto affected areas and leave soaking for 1 hour. Whether perspiration stain or caked deodarant this will vanish before your eyes
on 2/24/2007
(I'm sure you guys are using deodorant and washing because my father has this problem even though he washes and uses deodorant. However, if anyone who is reading this eHow and doesn't wash or use deodorant, then they should try that to prevent stains.
on 9/18/2006
I tried using dishwashing liquid (Dawn). It works! I soaked the shirt in water and then used an electric toothbrush with some Dawn and all gone!
on 8/8/2006
I think it's available in the US now, but for those of you living in Europe, Axe deodorants are pretty good in keeping you dry and stainless (alcohol-based, dries up and keeps your underarms that way, too). Try it.
on 4/19/2008
First, do it in a well ventilated area. I go outside and do a batch of shirts at a time. Mix Oxy clean power directly with straight ammonia until you have a paste. Rub it into the pit (wearing gloves) and rub the fabric together. About 30 seconds on each pit is good enough. When all done, toss them into the wash; no need to wait or let them soak. It comes out like brand new. I have had shirts survive this treatment about 8-12 times a year and last 3-5 years with no problem. Far less costly than buying new white shirts every 6-8 weeks !
on 6/30/2006
I use Certain Dri and it is a wonderful product. I highly suggest it if you are going out on the town and might be wearing a shirt that will show sweat. I sweat a lot, and this product works. I do use deodorant with it also. It does not keep odor away. Also, do not shave your armpits and then apply this product, it will burn beyond belief (personal experience). Also, don't put it on right before you go out. It has to soak into your armpits for awhile. Read the instructions.
on 3/2/2006
I tried a trick that seemed to work on colored shirts. Mix dry/powdery detergent with a little bit of water to make a paste. Rub the paste into the pit stain and let it sit overnight. Wash in the morning.
on 12/28/2005
I only recommend this for white, 100% cotton shirts.
1. Soak the shirt(s) for 30 minutes in a 2:1 solution of hot water and ammonia (more hot water than ammonia) in a sealed 1-gallon Ziploc freezer bag. Make sure to wear rubber gloves and only work in a well-ventilated area.
2. Rinse very well before moving on - any ammonia left over from step 1 will react with vinegar to produce a deadly gas. It's better to be safe than sorry.
3. Soak for 30 minutes in a 1:1 solution of vinegar and hot water (equal amounts of vinegar and water) in a new Ziploc bag. Vinegar on its own isn't toxic, like ammonia, but it smells funky, so I like to seal it up.
4. Throw the item(s) into the next load of laundry and voil? - your pit stain is gone!
on 11/22/2005
I use a product called Certain Dri, it's a non-prescription roll-on deodorant that is used once every other night or so that really stops the underarm sweating. I've ruined a lot of white clothes in the past and couldn't get the stains out, so this product has really helped. You can take a shower as usual in the morning and it won't wash off. It's been a real life saver and I don't have that cold and clammy feeling anymore or the embarrassment of wet clothing, and my shirts are safe.
on 11/22/2005
Out of curiousity I tried this, and it worked. If you have these yellow pit stains on a white shirt, try putting white whitening toothpaste on the stain and letting it sit for a day or so. Wash and dry it as normal. I put a little more toothpaste on one side than the other, and I could tell a distinct difference, so you may want to be generous. Hope it works for you!
on 11/22/2005
If you have all white cotton clothing, I've found that boiling it on the stove for about 10 to 20 minutes, and then adding detergent and letting it soak in the hot water for a further 20 to 30 minutes got rid of some really stubborn stains.
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2laughcarol said
on 4/3/2009 This is a wonderful article. My child has this problem and I never knew how to get rid of the stains.Thanks,
Phoebe1 said
on 8/19/2008 I have some lovely white lingerie that has turned a little gray (the polyester or lycra in it I guess) how can I get them white again?
hard75stone said
on 5/29/2007 First boil a kettle full of water then add a cup full of vinegar into container. Then rub palmolive dishwashing liquid (undiluted) unto affected areas and leave soaking for 1 hour. Whether perspiration stain or caked deodarant this will vanish before your eyes
hard75stone said
on 5/29/2007 use palmolive
iwontfadeout said
on 2/24/2007 (I'm sure you guys are using deodorant and washing because my father has this problem even though he washes and uses deodorant. However, if anyone who is reading this eHow and doesn't wash or use deodorant, then they should try that to prevent stains.
iwontfadeout said
on 2/24/2007 Remember, using deodorant and washing every day (or as often as you possibly can) can help prevent some of those stains.
Anonymous said
on 9/18/2006 I tried using dishwashing liquid (Dawn). It works! I soaked the shirt in water and then used an electric toothbrush with some Dawn and all gone!
Anonymous said
on 8/8/2006 I think it's available in the US now, but for those of you living in Europe, Axe deodorants are pretty good in keeping you dry and stainless (alcohol-based, dries up and keeps your underarms that way, too). Try it.
Anonymous said
on 4/19/2008 First, do it in a well ventilated area. I go outside and do a batch of shirts at a time. Mix Oxy clean power directly with straight ammonia until you have a paste. Rub it into the pit (wearing gloves) and rub the fabric together. About 30 seconds on each pit is good enough. When all done, toss them into the wash; no need to wait or let them soak. It comes out like brand new. I have had shirts survive this treatment about 8-12 times a year and last 3-5 years with no problem. Far less costly than buying new white shirts every 6-8 weeks !
Anonymous said
on 6/30/2006 I use Certain Dri and it is a wonderful product. I highly suggest it if you are going out on the town and might be wearing a shirt that will show sweat. I sweat a lot, and this product works. I do use deodorant with it also. It does not keep odor away. Also, do not shave your armpits and then apply this product, it will burn beyond belief (personal experience). Also, don't put it on right before you go out. It has to soak into your armpits for awhile. Read the instructions.
Anonymous said
on 3/2/2006 I tried a trick that seemed to work on colored shirts. Mix dry/powdery detergent with a little bit of water to make a paste. Rub the paste into the pit stain and let it sit overnight. Wash in the morning.
Anonymous said
on 12/28/2005 I only recommend this for white, 100% cotton shirts.
1. Soak the shirt(s) for 30 minutes in a 2:1 solution of hot water and ammonia (more hot water than ammonia) in a sealed 1-gallon Ziploc freezer bag. Make sure to wear rubber gloves and only work in a well-ventilated area.
2. Rinse very well before moving on - any ammonia left over from step 1 will react with vinegar to produce a deadly gas. It's better to be safe than sorry.
3. Soak for 30 minutes in a 1:1 solution of vinegar and hot water (equal amounts of vinegar and water) in a new Ziploc bag. Vinegar on its own isn't toxic, like ammonia, but it smells funky, so I like to seal it up.
4. Throw the item(s) into the next load of laundry and voil? - your pit stain is gone!
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 I use a product called Certain Dri, it's a non-prescription roll-on deodorant that is used once every other night or so that really stops the underarm sweating. I've ruined a lot of white clothes in the past and couldn't get the stains out, so this product has really helped. You can take a shower as usual in the morning and it won't wash off. It's been a real life saver and I don't have that cold and clammy feeling anymore or the embarrassment of wet clothing, and my shirts are safe.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Out of curiousity I tried this, and it worked. If you have these yellow pit stains on a white shirt, try putting white whitening toothpaste on the stain and letting it sit for a day or so. Wash and dry it as normal. I put a little more toothpaste on one side than the other, and I could tell a distinct difference, so you may want to be generous. Hope it works for you!
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 If you have all white cotton clothing, I've found that boiling it on the stove for about 10 to 20 minutes, and then adding detergent and letting it soak in the hot water for a further 20 to 30 minutes got rid of some really stubborn stains.