How Do You Remove Makeup Stains From Silk?
If you have gotten cosmetic stains on a beautiful silk item, you may believe that you have ruined the piece of clothing, since silk is hard to wash and can be damaged by most detergents and other conventional cleaning methods. However, in many cases makeup stains can be removed easily and without fuss from silk with a few surprising agents. Of course, be sure to test all cleaning methods on a small, unnoticeable part of the fabric before attacking the stain so that you can make an educated decision about whether to treat the stain yourself or take the clothing to a professional. Identify the type of makeup stain that you are dealing with. Different types of cosmetics come out better with different cleaning agents. Generally you will have foundation, mascara or eyeliner, or lipstick. Blot up the stain if possible. If the stain is fresh or the makeup is caked on, blot and scrape as much of the residue off as possible. Use a light touch to avoid spreading the stain or grinding it into the
