Remove Sweat Stains On Your Clothing With This Cool Hack!
We all have those beloved shirts that we can't help but wear again and again. However, with time, those frustrating yellow sweat stains tend to rear their ugly heads, primarily on the underarms, and they seem to have a particular fondness for white or light-colored shirts. Interestingly, it's not actually the sweat that's to blame for these stains; it's often the aluminum and other ingredients commonly found in many deodorants. While switching products might be an option, it doesn't always deliver the desired results.
Should these stubborn stains spell the end of the road for your cherished T-shirts? Not a chance, especially when you've got Sheets Laundry Club's ingenious hacks to teach you how to get rid of sweat stains.. We're about to unveil four distinct methods that will empower you to combat these stains and restore your shirts to their former glory.
Method 1: Try a Baking Soda Solution
At Sheets Laundry Club, we're all about finding simple yet effective solutions for everyday laundry dilemmas. That's why we're thrilled to share this easy laundry hack featuring the versatile household staple: baking soda. It's not just for scrubbing surfaces—it's also your secret weapon against sweat stains on your beloved shirts.
Curious about how to harness the power of baking soda to bid farewell to those unsightly sweat stains? It's a breeze. All you need is a touch of baking soda, a Sheets Detergent Sheet, and a splash of water to whip up a quick paste. Blend these components into a creamy mixture, then generously apply it to those troublesome stains. Let it work its magic for approximately 20 minutes, then toss your shirts into the washing machine as you typically would. And just like that, you're on your way to stain-free, fresh-smelling shirts!
Method 2: Use Sheets Booster Plus Stain Fighter
This next method is your go-to when you spot even the slightest hint of a yellow stain on your cherished shirts. To ensure those sweat stains don't stand a chance, it's crucial to take swift action and use the right laundry products. The key is to rely on laundry solutions that specialize in tackling these stubborn discolorations.
You don’t have to use trial and error to find the right products. Just use Sheets EcoBoost Stain Fighter Whitening Packs. They’re made to keep white clothes white, so they’re perfect for sweat-stained shirts. If you can wash your shirts immediately, apply this stain remover to the discolored areas. Then wash your shirts like normal, and you’re all set.
Can’t wash them right away? That’s ok! You can soak your shirts in Sheets EcoBoost Stain Fighter and some water. When you’re ready to wash them, just toss them in your washing machine and let our stain remover work its magic.
Method 3: Grab Some Lemon Juice
Here's another effortless technique using a common kitchen staple – lemon juice, your trusty partner in the battle against sweat stains. Lemon juice boasts natural acidity, which triggers a chemical reaction that comes to the rescue by dismantling those pesky stains. If you don't have this citrus wonder chilling in your fridge, make a note to grab it on your next grocery store visit.
Now, how to remove sweat stains using lemon juice? Just squeeze a bit of juice onto the shirt stain and let it sit for about 30 minutes. That gives the acids in lemon juice enough time to work on those stains. Rinse your shirts with water, then wash them as you usually would.
Method 4: Mix Water and Vinegar
Vinegar is another tried and true solution for cleaning things around the house, including clothing items. It’s a lot like lemon juice. Much like lemon juice, vinegar boasts acidity, so it does an excellent job breaking up yellowish sweat stains. Grab a bottle of vinegar from your pantry, and you’ll be ready to tackle unwanted stains.
Just mix water and distilled white vinegar, then apply this solution to shirt stains. Let it sit for about 30 minutes, then wash your shirts like normal. That’s all it takes to kick these unsightly stains to the curb.
Now that you know some simple hacks on how to get sweat stains out of shirts, let Sheets Laundry Club make it even easier. We offer eco-conscious laundry products to keep your clothes looking as good as new. Follow us on TikTok to get more laundry tips and tricks. Subscribe and save with Sheets subscription boxes, and you’ll have everything you need to keep those unsightly sweat stains at bay!
Jamie Dorman
Jamie Dorman is the Social Media and Content Manager at Sheets Laundry Club. She has been in advertising for 11 years and is passionate about keeping our clothes and planet clean with eco-conscious products. She is also an avid reader, recreational guitarist and her favorite Sheets Laundry Club scent is Sea Breeze.