Resist these mistakes the next time you get a stain.

But the last thing you want is to make the stain worse.

So, whats the best course of action?

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Wait about five minutes to allow the detergent to penetrate the stain," she says.

You should always launder your garment according to the instructions on the care label," she says.

“From a scientific perspective, using warmer wash temperatures can help in removing most stains.

Skip the bleach, or youll create an entirely new problem.

Bleach can discolor or damage the fabric and make the stain worse, explains He.

Instead, apply a detergent or stain remover specially designed for delicate fabrics to treat the stains.

Put Stained Clothes in the Dryer

Did you just wash something with a stain?

“Clothes should only go in the dryer once the wash cycle has removed the stain.

So, if the stain didnt come out, loop back and try.

Once the stain is removed, its okay to put it in the dryer.