The nature-loving scientists at Lively cooked up a few steps to get stubborn makeup stains out as easy as 1-2-3.
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The Gotta-Have Guide to Getting Makeup Stains Out of Clothes
In this handy guide, you’ll find the one thing you need in hand to remove oil-based and water-based stains:
Step-by-Step removal of makeup stains from clothes with the Lively Stain Remover.
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Shake well.
Get those probiotics ready to do their thing. -
Spray generously and let it sit for a minute.
Good things come to those who wait 1-2 minutes. -
Rinse or wash with WARM water only.
We put WARM in all caps because we mean it.
That’s it. 1-2-3. The faster you can do this after a stain, the better. Safe on all colorfast washables. Not recommended for use on silk or wool.
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The best makeup stain remover is packed with the power of probiotics.
Use Lively Laundry Stain Remover to remove anything your makeup throws at your favorite white shirt, beloved dress and more.
- Lipstick stains
- Blush stains
- Eyeliner stains
- Foundation stains
As good at removing stains as the two leading cleaners.
But without the harsh chemicals.
Lively is 15% more effective than Shout
Lively is 20% more effective than Oxy Clean
Source: Bureau Veritas (BV) consumer testing laboratory.
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Martha said so.
After putting Lively to the test, Martha Stewart’s Good Things team deemed the Lively Probiotic Multi-Surface Cleaner and Lively Pet Multi-Surface Stain & Odor Remover worthy of their stamp of approval.
✓ Function and innovation
✓ Quality at a value
✓ Beauty
What if you don’t have Lively on hand?
If you’re on this page because you have a stain right now and you don’t have time to grab some Lively, here are a few DIY methods that might help.
How do I remove makeup stains with an Ice Cube?
Remove excess by blotting with a paper towel or scraping away with a spoon or butter knife. Then, grab an ice cube.
- Press the ice cube onto the stain.
- Rub the ice cube in a circular motion on the stain.
- Once the makeup is gone, blot and dry with a paper towel.
- Repeat as needed.
How do I remove makeup stains with White Vinegar and Water?
Looking for a homeopathic pre-treat? Look in your pantry and you’re halfway there. This solution works especially well on lighter clothing like your favorite, soft white shirt.
- Make a diluted mixture of half water, half white distilled vinegar.
- Pre-treat the stain with the mixture or soak your garment directly in the mixture.
- Wash in your laundry machine.
How do I remove makeup stains with Hair Spray
Reach for a can of hair spray, preferably one with a high alcohol content.
- Spray the hair spray onto the stain.
- Wait until the hair spray has hardened into the fabric.
- Dip (not soak) a paper towel into cold water. Blot the stain to remove the spray and stain.
- Repeat as needed.
Questions we get asked about makeup stain removal.
Can old makeup stains be removed?
Yes, but it might be tougher. The faster you can treat a stain, the better. If it’s stubborn, repeat 1-2-3 the process above until satisfied.
What fabrics does Lively work on?
Lively Laundry Stain Remover is safe to use on all colorfast washables — cotton and cotton blends. Do not use on wool or silk. And remember to wash with warm water only.
How do I pretreat my clothes?
The Lively Laundry Stain Remover acts as a pretreat. Spray before you waash and then follow the steps on the bottle.
How do I remove excess from the stains first?
Blot. Blot. Blot. Take a paper towel and quickly press it onto the stain to soak up the excess. Once the excess is removed, use the Lively Stain Remover.
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