Bodily Fluids Stain Removal
Step-by-step removal guides for all bodily fluids stains.
Blood
ModerateโกBlood stains must be treated with cold water only. Hot water cooks the protein and permanently sets the stain.
Sweat & Deodorant
ModerateYellow sweat stains are caused by a reaction between sweat proteins and aluminum in antiperspirant.
Lipstick
ModerateLipstick is an oil-based, pigmented cosmetic. It requires a solvent to dissolve the wax and oil, plus a degreaser to lift residue.
Pet Urine
ModerateโกPet urine has two problems: the stain and the odor. The odor comes from uric acid crystals that ordinary cleaners cannot break down โ you need an enzyme cleaner.
Foundation Makeup
ModerateFoundation is oil or silicone-based with heavy pigment. It requires a degreasing solvent to break the base and a stain remover for the pigment.
Vomit
ModerateโกVomit contains stomach acid and partially digested food. It stains quickly, smells strongly, and requires both stain removal and odor neutralization.
Sweat & Perspiration
ModerateSweat & Perspiration stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Urine (Human)
ModerateโกUrine (Human) stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Yellow Armpit Stains
HardYellow Armpit Stains stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Vomit
HardโกVomit stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Saliva & Drool
EasySaliva & Drool stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Mucus & Snot
EasyMucus & Snot stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Breast Milk
ModerateโกBreast Milk stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Sunscreen
HardSunscreen stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Self-Tanner & Fake Tan
HardโกSelf-Tanner & Fake Tan stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Eye Drops & Medication Drops
EasyEye Drops & Medication Drops stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Dried Blood
HardDried Blood stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Pet Urine (Dog & Cat)
HardโกPet Urine (Dog & Cat) stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Heavy Sports Sweat
ModerateHeavy Sports Sweat stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
Suntan Lotion & Tanning Oil
HardSuntan Lotion & Tanning Oil stains can be tricky โ acting quickly and using the right method for your surface makes all the difference.
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