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Bleach stains on your clothes? No need to throw them away: here’s the solution

October 3, 2026

Soak the cotton ball with a maximum of 2 to 3 ml of alcohol (it should be damp, not dripping).
Gently dab the discolored area for 30 to 60 seconds, without rubbing.

UsingPlant And Wildlife Identification Apps
Cotton ball dispensers

Time of action

Leave on for 2 minutes and then immediately rinse the area with clean   water for 1 minute.

Repeat (if necessary)

The operation can be repeated only once, with another 2 to 3 ml of alcohol, if the reduction is visible but insufficient.

Final wash

Wash the   garment immediately, at the temperature indicated on the label, with your usual detergent.

 

 

 

Specific application

Soak the cotton ball with a maximum of 2 to 3 ml of alcohol (it should be damp, not dripping).
Gently dab the discolored area for 30 to 60 seconds, without rubbing.

UsingPlant And Wildlife Identification Apps
Cotton ball dispensers

Time of action

Leave on for 2 minutes and then immediately rinse the area with clean water for 1 minute.

Repeat (if necessary)

The operation can be repeated only once, with another 2 to 3 ml of alcohol, if the reduction is visible but insufficient.

Final wash

Wash the garment immediately, at the temperature indicated on the label, with your usual detergent.

Use a makeup remover pad or cotton ball.

The total amount of alcohol should not exceed 10 ml per garment.
Never apply to wool, silk, viscose, or delicate fabrics.

Clothing
Stain remover products

Always rinse thoroughly before using alcohol (  bleach + alcohol = danger).
This method does not remove the stain; it only lightens it, especially on dark fabrics.
Never mix bleach with alcohol. Be sure to rinse the fabric thoroughly before attempting this method, and never try it on delicate fabrics.