28 Mar How to Remove Hair Dye Stains? (Part 2)

One of the most common problems for women after dyeing their hair is dye stains on their clothes and methods to clean them. The most important thing in removing hair dye stains from clothes is that they shouldn’t remain a long time on clothes. Because the later we remove the stain from the clothes, the less the stain will be completely removed. In any case, if the hair dye stains aren’t completely removed from your clothes, you should leave them to a laundry specialist. In the previous part, we talked about some practical points to clean dye stains. Here we’re going to explain other simple methods to get rid of these small but permanent stains!

Other solvents for removing hair dye stains

Alcohol

Alcohol is another popular solvent for hair dye. Place a tissue under the stained area of the garment and then pour alcohol on it until the area is completely wet. After one minute, wipe off the alcohol and clean it with another cloth. Then put the clothes in a sink and pour enough alcohol on it and let it stay overnight. The next day, wash the stained area well with water. Repeat this several times until the stain fades.

Hair spray

Use hair spray to prevent more hair dye from penetrating the fabric of the dress. The key ingredient in hair sprays is alcohol, which helps break down hair dye. You should completely spray the stain. Immediately after applying the hair spray on the clothes, put it in a solution of cold water and dishwashing liquid for 20 minutes. Then rinse the clothes.

Ammonia and vinegar

Ammonia is normally dangerous but is used in many substances daily; Such as fibreglass and metal cleaners, polishes, cosmetics, explosives, hair care products, fertilizers, lotions, creams and more. Ammonia can also be used to remove hair dye. Using this method isn’t very easy but effective. To remove stains with ammonia, do the following:

• In a small plastic container, combine a little water, dishwashing liquid and ammonia. Soak the stained part of the clothes in this solution and leave it for a quarter. Then rinse it and repeat these steps.
• Take the clothes out of the ammonia solution and rub them well with your hands.
• In another sink, make a solution of water and vinegar. Put the clothes in it for half an hour. Then take the clothes out and let them stay in the solution of water, bleach or oxygenated water for 8 hours until the stain is completely removed.
• Be sure to follow safety tips, such as using gloves, before washing. Make sure that these materials don’t damage the texture and colour of your fabric
• Be careful not to overdo these steps. It means that don’t mix ammonia with bleach and oxygenated water; Because it creates toxic and dangerous substances.

Removing these stains from carpets

Cleaning hair dye stains from carpets requires more patience. because they can’t be immersed in cleaning solutions. Again, speed of action is very important here.

• First, use a keen knife or spoon to remove excess dye spilled on the carpet. Be careful not to press the knife or spoon on the stain so that the paint doesn’t go deep into it.
• In a small non-metallic container, mix two cups of cold water, a teaspoon of white vinegar, and a tablespoon of dishwashing liquid.
• Dip a clean white cloth or sponge into the solution and start rubbing the stain from the outside edge to reach the center. It helps prevent stains from spreading to other parts of the carpet.
• Dry the stain with a tissue to absorb excess paint.
• If the dye stain is old, let the solution stay on the carpet for 10 to 15 minutes.
• If this doesn’t work, use alcohol. Apply a little alcohol on a towel or sponge and rub the stain from the outside in. Then wipe off the excess stain with a tissue.
• When the stain is removed, wash the area with a clean sponge and some cold water.

Finally, if it takes a long time that your clothes to get stained and you don’t clean them (the stain is old), don’t think about these methods. The only way left for you is to use the dry cleaner and laundry companies. If you don’t have the opportunity or patience to wash your clothes, you can count on the specialized NeatEx team. With the most advanced tools and the latest knowledge, we will deliver your clothes of the best quality as soon as possible. Don’t damage your valuable clothes with improper washing. NeatEx washes your clothes in the best way and ensures you have clean and tidy clothes.