Daughter drew on my couch with lipstick…?
Yes, she's still alive, but my five-year old took the better part of a pink-red (never the lighter colors, noooooo) tube of lipstick and drew on the side/corner of a light fabric couch and the carpet. I am not too worried about the carpet (most of it is coming out), but I am not able to apply the same crazy-elbow-grease technique to the couch for obvious reasons. It is fabric, striped with brown-black, almost like tapestry weave. Any suggestions?
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February 27th, 2010 at 3:02 pm
This sounds like a time to call in the professionals. They can clean the carpet and the couch at the same time and you would be better to leave the couch alone until you have someone come and look at it. The pros face such challenges all the time and have access to cleaners that the rest of us do not have available. If you scrub on the couch fabric you run the risk of making matters worse by grinding the stain deeper into the fabric.
Good luck and I hope it all comes out looking like new again. Parenting sure is a challenge
February 27th, 2010 at 3:02 pm
try googling lipstick stain removal.
February 27th, 2010 at 3:02 pm
If stains are stubborn, sponge with equal quantities of methylated spirits (wood alcohol) and household ammonia. (Test on colored fabrics first). If color fades, reduce ammonia by half and test again. Rinse in warm water, or wash if possible.
February 27th, 2010 at 3:02 pm
Home Remedies for Lipstick Stain Removal
Before you do anything, check the label of the affected garment to determine the fabric. Since many shirts require special treatment such as dry clean, you may need to take the item directly to the professional. However, if the lipstick stain is noticed once you get home, start by creating a plan of attack. Keep in mind that lipstick is an oil-based cosmetic. Therefore, you want to use remedies that will combat the grease. First, we recommend you always use a pre-wash, which will definitely help.
Start with alcohol, which works well. Do not rub, or you’ll spread the mark. Simply take a clean, white cloth and moisten it with alcohol. Then, blot the lipstick stain, which will disappear. Another home remedy is dishwashing detergent such as Sunlight and Dawn, both formulated to fight grease. For this method of lipstick stain removal, dab on a little detergent, let it set for about 10 minutes, and then gently begin working on the stain from the outside edges inward.
Another great home remedy for removing lipstick stains is ammonia. Just about everyone has ammonia at home for cleaning and if not, it can be found at any grocery store for just a few dollars. Again, start by blotting off as much of the stain as you can, using plain water. When done, use a cotton swab moistened with ammonia to dab at the stain. Once the stain begins to fade, wash the shirt by hand in warm soapy water, preferably using Dawn dishwashing detergent.
Finally, hairspray is an old trick used by women (and men) for years. As long as the fabric will permit it, spray right onto the stain, and then let it sit for about 10 to 15 minutes. In most cases, a clean cloth moistened with warm water is all you need to wipe the stain away. If your find this method of lipstick stain removal does not completely remove the stain, repeat and then wash by hand using Dawn or Sunlight.
NEW Method!
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Old Method
Lipstick is a dye in an oily base. Therefore, a solvent based remover is the only type that will remove it. Water based or wet spotters will only spread and set the stain.
Rub in vegetable or mineral oil onto the affected areas and allow it to soak for 15 minutes.
Blot excess oils with an absorbent paper towel or terry cloth rags.
Then sponge in a solution of 50% ammonia with water (unless the fabric is silk or wool).
Rinse thoroughly with cool water and wring out.
Sponge remaining affected areas liberally with isopropyl rubbing alcohol.
Apply laundry pre treat and launder washables in hot water.
HOWEVER, a little lipstick contains a lot of dye in even a small particle. A VALUABLE PIECE OF ADVICE is to take your laundry to a professional with a stain removal expert at your local Laundromat or dry cleaners.
Note: Always test an inconspicuous area for colorfastness, etc. before treating the exposed area. Also note that certain stains are permanent.
Get out the can of good ole WD40. Spray it on a cloth then on the seat. That will take out the grease from the lipstick. To get the stain out mix up some hydrogen peroxide and water and spray it on. Let that set about 15 minutes and blot (do not rub) off and rinse with cool water and vinegar.
February 27th, 2010 at 3:02 pm
eat it with a spoon
February 27th, 2010 at 3:02 pm
nail polish remover or alchol works well for stains i make lol or go to the super market and ask someone theres many kinds od products like shout and all other things to wash it off but its really to take off lipstick just try and scratch it off and put alchol on it becuz it will burn it off hope it works , it work for me when i by accidently mark the wall