Sweat stains can be difficult to remove, but a cleaning expert has shared a simple hack to get rid of them using just one common kitchen ingredient – and it’s not vinegar
Sweat stains, which leave a potent smell and dry yellow on white clothing, can be a nightmare to remove. Contrary to popular belief, these unsightly marks are not just from perspiration.
“These stains are a combination of sweat proteins and ingredients in antiperspirants, particularly aluminium compounds,” reveal experts at Stock Mfg. Co.
However, a clever trick using everyday kitchen items could be the solution to your stain woes.
“To tackle these stubborn marks, create a paste using equal parts baking soda and water. Apply this to the stain and let it sit for an hour before washing in the hottest water safe for the fabric,” experts said.
This method is most effective on fresh stains and helps neutralise both the protein and chemical components of the stain, restoring your garment’s appearance and eliminating odour.
Another expert, Sabrina Tretyakova, recommends using vinegar and baking soda. Soak the area in a mixture of equal parts white vinegar and water for 30 minutes
While many of us are self-conscious of pit stains, experts assure they are perfectly normal and show that our bodies are working properly.
Baking Soda and Vinegar (Image: (Image: Getty))
Turns out, your deodorant could be the cause of those ghastly yellow stains on your shirts.
Experts at Vanish, your go-to experts for battling pesky stains in the UK, have chimed in: “Sweat by itself is actually colourless and odourless. A sweat stain can happen when sweat comes into contact with other chemicals, such as aluminium, which is found in some deodorants.”
