In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of lemon juice with 2 tablespoons of hydrogen peroxide (10 parts water).
Apply this mixture directly to the stain.
Let it sit for 30 minutes (without rubbing).
Then, machine wash your garment as usual.
The results are often very satisfactory, especially on light-colored fabrics. And if the stain persists slightly, you can repeat the process a second time a few days later.Do these tips work on all garments?
Both methods are gentle, but it’s always recommended to do a small test on a hidden area of the garment before starting, especially if the fabric is delicate or contains artisanal dyes. And of course, these techniques don’t “recolor” the fabric; they blur the demarcation caused by the discoloration, making the stain much less visible—sometimes even invisible to the naked eye.
One last piece of advice…
Always remember that prevention is your best friend! When using bleach, protect your clothes with an old apron and clean up any spills immediately. But if the accident has already happened, now you know what to do.
