How to Remove Oil Stains From Clothes

Sometimes, when cooking fried or greasy foods we cannot avoid getting oil stains on our clothes. It can be very frustrating, especially if you are wearing your favorite shirt while frying. That is why an apron is a must when cooking or baking! Aside from those, you can get oil stains from motor oil, oil paint, greasy ointments, or coconut oil. It is best to wear your work clothes or be very careful when handling or using these products.

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Oil stains can be hard to remove as oil and grease do not mix with water since both are hydrophobic. If you have stains on your favorite clothes, do not worry! You can still get rid of those tough stains. MR. MAKER will teach you how to remove oil stains from clothes with just two simple products. You only need baby powder and dishwashing liquid. As we all know, dishwashing liquid can easily cut through the grease, making it the perfect oil stain remover. Keep on reading or watch the instructions below for the step-by-step instructions.

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What You Need to Remove Oil Stains From Clothes

• old toothbrush
• baby powder
• dish wash liquid

How to Remove Oil Stains From Clothes

Step 1:

Get a little bit of baby powder and fully cover the oil stain on your clothes.

Step 2:

Gently rub the baby powder onto the stained area using an old toothbrush.

Step 3:

In a small container, add one teaspoon of dishwashing liquid and four teaspoons of water. Mix well.

Step 4:

Soak the oil-stained area in the mixture for about 30 minutes.

Step 5:

After 30 minutes, rub the areas with an old toothbrush and wash as usual. If the stain is still there, repeat the whole process until gone.

How to Remove Oil Stains From Clothes