how to remove oil stains from clothes
By Olivia Perez
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Oil stains look stubborn because oil bonds fast to fibers and survives normal wash cycles. The fix is targeted pretreatment before washing, not stronger fragrance or hotter drying.
Quick Answer: Remove Oil Stains
- Blot excess oil immediately.
- Apply dish soap directly to stain.
- Let sit 10-20 minutes.
- Wash warm if label allows.
- Do not machine dry until stain is gone.
For set-in stains, add an enzyme stain remover before rewashing.
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