Stains – whether from red wine, chocolate or greasy roast meat – are extremely annoying, especially on holidays. After all, we like to dress up for Christmas and New Year’s Eve and grab a silk blouse or a velvet dress. However, these materials are particularly sensitive and require sensitive but also quick treatment in the event of stains. With these tips we save our holiday outfit.
Before the clothing comes into contact with household or even chemical agents, you can first treat the fresh stain with warm water and, if necessary, a little soap or washing-up liquid. Gently dab onto the affected area with a clean sponge. Then quickly dry the clothes with a hair dryer or on the heater.
Lukewarm soapy water also helps with greasy stains. But flour and starch can also absorb oil and the like. Allow the powder to take effect and then remove it with a vacuum cleaner, for example – do not rub in.
Mulled wine or red wine, chocolate and gingerbread are often served at Christmas time. If these land on the white blouse, a trip to mum’s or grandma’s kitchen will help. Because those stains can be treated with citric acid. Drizzle this on the spot and then sprinkle salt over it. Leave on for a while and then rinse off with lukewarm water. It is best to wear gloves.
Stains can also quickly appear in the bathroom, for example when refreshing your Christmas make-up. If the liquid foundation drips onto the noble holiday outfit, a quick grab for the tried and tested vinegar essence will help. Drip this onto the stain, leave to soak and then remove with a clean cloth. Alternatively, mix the vinegar essence with lukewarm water and soak the clothes in it for several hours. Then wash out thoroughly or put the clothes directly into the washing machine. A squeeze of lemon also helps against deodorant stains.
Our tip: It is always worth acting quickly for any type of stain. Ideally, you should have a stain pen in your handbag.
