Best Methods to Remove Lipgloss out of Clothing

Lip gloss is a great product for keeping your lips moist and helping them look great but it can pose a problem if it touches your clothes. A lipgloss stain on your clothes can be difficult to get out but we are here to tell you all the ways that you can remove even the most stubborn of stains. 

Even the smallest amount of lipgloss on your clothes can be very difficult to remove but there are lots of options, such as ammonia, alcohol, and hairspray as well as specific detergents that are specially designed for stubborn stains.

By following one of the methods below you should have even the messiest of lipgloss stains out of your clothes in no time.

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Ammonia

Applying ammonia to the stained area can help remove difficult spots of lipgloss from your clothes. You should take care to use gloves and a face mask/goggles to protect your hands and face as ammonia is a very strong product. 

Instructions

1. Pour a small amount of ammonia into a bowl of water 
2. Use a cotton wool pad to dab a little of the solution from the bowl
3. Starting from the outside of the stain run the bottom pad inwards to remove the stain
4. Continue to rub the stain until it comes out. You will most likely need multiple cotton pads
5. Wash the item of clothing as usual with detergent

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Alcohol

Alcohol can be used to remove several stains, such as berry stains and oil paint stains so you can follow the below instructions for marks other than lipgloss. You should try this method on an inconspicuous section of the clothing to make sure the alcohol does not affect it negatively.

Instructions

1. Remove any excess lipgloss with a knife or spatula
2. Pour the alcohol into a bowl
3. Soak a cloth or a cotton pad in the bowl
4. Blot the stain moving from the outside in. Be careful not to rub too harshly as it will push the stain into the clothing
5. Wash clothing as normal and allow to dry

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Hairspray

Hairspray is another household item that is surprisingly effective at removing lipgloss stains on clothes. Some hairsprays have a higher alcohol content than others and the ones with a higher perch tase generally work best as it is the alcohol that breaks down the stain. 

Instructions

1. Remove any excess lipgloss with a knife or spatula
2. Spray the hairspray directly onto the stain
3. Soak for 10 to fifteen minutes
4. Soak a cloth or a cotton pad in the bowl
5. Blot the stain moving from the outside in.
6. Wash clothing as normal and allow to dry

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Liquid Detergent

Liquid detergent/soap is also effective on clothing stains including lipgloss. Hair shampoo can be used if you have no liquid soap at hand. 

Instructions

1. Remove any excess lipgloss with a knife or spatula
2. Pour a little water on the stain using a small cup 
3. Pour a small amount of detergent on the stain
4. Allow the detergent to soak for 10 minutes
5. Blot the stain moving from the outside using a cotton pad
6. Wash clothing as normal and allow to dry

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Laundry Detergent

Laundry detergent is designed to cut through dirt and grease so it is great at removing lipgloss stains from clothing.

Rather than simply launder in the washing machine it is best to follow the procedure below for the ultimate chance of removing your stain. 

Instructions

1. Lay the clothing flat with the stain facing upwards 
2. Remove any excess lipgloss with a knife or spatula
3. Soak the item of clothing in a bowl or sink with laundry detergent and water
4. Rub off the lip gloss stain using a soft-bristled brush or your fingers if you do not have one 
5. Leave for 30 minutes
6. Launder clothing with hot water
7. Air dry just in case there is still lipgloss on the clothing
8. Repeat the process if any stains remain

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Acetone

You can try acetone (you may have nail polish remover contenting acetone at home) on its own or combine it with some other household products listed in this article.

The acetone works similarly to alcohol in removing stubborn oil stains. You should check if your clothes contain acetate as you will not be able to use acetone if they do. 

Instructions

1. Remove any excess lipgloss with a knife or spatula
2. Pour the acetone into a bowl
3. Soak a cloth or a cotton pad in the bowl
4. Blot the stain moving from the outside in. Be careful not to rub too harshly as it will push the stain into the clothing
5. Spray with hairspray to remove the most stubborn stain
6. Continue to blot with the acetone until the stain begins to go away
7. Wash clothing as normal and allow to dry

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Baking Soda and Lemon Juice 

Another method that can help you is making lemon juice and baking soda paste. This mixture is effective at removing lip gloss stains, even ones that have been on your clothes for a while.

The addition of lemon to baking soda helps to break down the stain due to its acidity in it. 

Instructions

1. Make up a mixture of 5 tablespoons of baking soda and the juice of a lemon then stir well 
2. This is best done in a bowl as it will form a thick paste rather than a solution that you can spray. You may need to adjust the ratio of lemon to get a paste that can easily be spread onto the item of clothing
3. If the mixture is too thick you can add more vinegar or a drop of water. 
4. The paste can be applied directly to the fabric and allowed to soak for up to 20 minutes or until it dries out. 
5. Once the mixture is dry it can be gently scrubbed away, taking the lipgloss away with it. 
6. Launder as usual
7. Dry in the sun for greater results

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Shaving Cream 

You may be surprised to see that shaving foam is on the list but it is good at cutting through the oil in the lipgloss. As it contains the same ingredients as soap, the formula can help get rid of older stains that have failed to come out using other options.

Instructions

1. Squirt a small amount of shaving cream into the stained area
2. Using a clean cloth, blot up the stain carefully being careful not to push the stain into the clothes more
3. Allow sitting for 20-30 minutes to soak in
4. Launder as normal
5. If there stain is still visible, repeat the process until it has disappeared then dry as normal

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Baby Powder 

Baby powder, or chalk if you don’t have any, can soak up the oil from the stain. This works best on new stains and will not be effective for old stains that have been in your clothes for a while.

Once you apply the powder to the stain it will begin to clump into balls as it mixes with the oil. This is normal and shows that the powder is affective.

Instructions

1. Remove any excess lipgloss with a knife or spatula
2. Pour the baby powder directly onto the stain
3. Gently rub the baby powder into the strand area with your fingers 
4. Continue rubbing until you the powder no longer forms balls
5. Spray the area with a picture of equal parts water and vinegar to pre-treat the clothing before laundering. Leave for a few hours or overnight if possible  
6. Wash clothing as normal and allow to dry

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Salt

Rubbing salt with vinegar can make a stronger stain-removing solution that can be very effective. This is only applicable for new stains and is not likely to work on stains that have already been washed in. 

Instructions

1. Combine salt and vinegar to make a paste 
2. Rub the paste directly on the stained area of the clothing
3. Leave to soak for about 20-30 minutes
4. Use a damp cloth to wipe away the paste from the clothing 
5. Repeat the process if the stain remains
6. Launder as usual 

Store-Bough Detergents

If you have tried all of the above solutions and you still cannot remove the lipgloss stain you will need to turn to store-bought stain removers. You can get stain removal products in supermarkets and hardware stores or online.

Be careful to check the instructions on the packet so that you do not ruin your clothing as some commercial detergents may contain toxins and other stronger ingredients. 

Summary

Lipgloss stains in your favorite items of clothing can be very difficult to get rid of and you may be worried that it is ruined forever.

However, you should not lose hope as there are lots of options to try and remove the stains ranging from homemade solutions such as baking powder and lemon to store-bought products that are specifically designed to get oil out of clothing.

You should be careful to test a small area first to ensure you do not discolor the item of clothing or spoil the material. If you are still having trouble removing the lipgloss stain you may need to take the item to a specialist cleaner.