Dealing with the Dirty Dozen - Deodorant/Antiperspirant Stains

  

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We know these aren't tips you're likely to bring up at the next dinner party you attend, but we see this stuff all the time and aren't embarrassed to talk about it!

We all have to use (hopefully!) deodorant and antiperspirant, and at one time or another, we've probably all dealt with a stain from these products. As you're putting on that pristine black blouse and heading out to an important meeting or getting dressed to go out to a nice dinner. It's just how the world works.

These stains can be pesky, annoying and potentially embarrassing if don't remove them, so here are our tips for getting deodorant and antiperspirant stains out. 

1.  Brush off as much of the white flaky residue as possible by rubbing a dry or damp towel over the stain.

2.  If this doesn't help, mix a spot stain remover with lukewarm water and sponge it onto the fabric.

3.  Rinse well and repeat until stain is gone.

4.  If the stain damages the color of your garment, restore by

>sponging the damaged area with ammonia. On wool or silk, dilute ammonia with water. (We always recommend testing a method like this on a non-noticeable area of your garment to make sure it doesn't do any harm.)  5.  Rinse well and launder in hottest water possible for fabric.

Don't forget that if your garment says "Dry Clean Only" or "Spot Clean Only" you should definitely bring it to us at Champion Cleaners.

And if you are getting ready to go out and get deodorant or antiperspirant on a piece of clothing, immediately take it off and try to remove the stain. No matter how wrinkled the shirt or pants may be, do not iron. Heat can make the stain more difficult or impossible to remove.