Why does deodorant stain white shirts a dingy yellow color? I've tried bleaching the stains out but no luck. Anyone have ideas on how to get those stains out?
2007-08-05 11:50:53 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
I believe it's the combination of your body chemicals along with your deodorant that causes the stains. Have you ever tried using Cascade/for dishwashers? It has a whitening agent and is used by some cleaners and laundry centers/DIY..as well as clothing manufacturers for in production line mishaps.
There is a whole lot to the sweat
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2007-08-05 12:07:18 · answer #1 · answered by LucySD 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Deodorant and Perspiration Stain Removal
Yellow underarm shirt stains are likely caused by a combination of deodorant and perspiration. Many deodorants and antiperspirants contain aluminum salts. When these salts are combined with laundry detergent, especially in cooler water settings, they are not easily dissolved, and they remain on the fabric.
To remove the stains, try soaking the shirts in warm water with an enzyme pre-soak product or rubbing the soiled area with white vinegar. Wash in the hottest water safe for the fabric. If the stain remains, dampen and sprinkle stain with meat tenderizer. Let stand for about an hour, and launder again.
To avoid new stains from forming, always wash the shirts in the hottest water safe for the fabric. Also, allow antiperspirant to dry completely before dressing....:)
2007-08-05 13:28:15 · answer #2 · answered by Backwoods Barbie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use a a deodorant that isn't an antiperspirant. The aluminum in antiperspirant is what leaves yellow stains on white outfits. frequently you will could purchase an all organic or organic and organic deodorant...in basic terms be certain it is not an antiperspirant.
2016-10-14 02:14:26 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Clothes stain because of bodily proteins in perspiration that react with the anti-perspirant.
Try using hydrogen peroxide in half solution with water, soak for 30 minutes then wash and air dry. If stain is still there then soak 30 minutes in hydrogen peroxide at full strength then wash and air dry.
This should do the trick.
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2007-08-05 12:37:27 · answer #4 · answered by ♪ Pamela ♫ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It has something to do with the chemicals of the deodorant and your body's chemistry. I can't help you on the removal. But, can help with the prevention. Place a paper towel in between your underarm and shirt. Helps. Also, use cornstarch helps with sweat.
2007-08-05 12:01:06 · answer #5 · answered by african.violet 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Because there are chemicals in it. Try chemical free CRYSTAL deodorant. You can find it on line.
2007-08-05 13:21:13 · answer #6 · answered by Jan C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋