2. Rubbing Alcohol for Ink Stains:

Rubbing Alchohol can remove even stubborn ink stains on clothes, as it is a degreasing agent. That means, it can easily dissolve and break down the components that cause fabric marks. You can either use a pure form of this ingredient or products that contain a minimum 10% alcohol like hair sprays or deodorants.

Let us learn how to use rubbing alcohol to clean pen marks from jeans and other clothes:

Things You Will Need:

• Rubbing Alchohol – Few Drops (Depending on the area of stain).
• Ink Dropper – 1.
• Paper towel or Sponge.
• Laundry Detergent.

Procedure:

1. Take a clean ink dropper to carry a few drops of alcohol.
2. Spread the affected fabric on a paper towel or sponge for stain absorption.
3. Now press the dropper to release alcohol drop by drop.
4. If it is a large area, use a bowl of alcohol to immerse the area.
5. Soak for 15 minutes.
6. Blot the stain using a sponge or tissue till it vanishes.
7. Once you are sure, wash the fabric using a detergent in warm water.
8. Dry it under sunlight or in a dryer.

Works For: Felt Tip Inks, Fountain Pen Ink and Ball Point Inks. Also effective in removing wine stains, food colours, Lipstick and makeup marks, Curry stains etc.,

3. Vinegar: Does Vinegar Remove Ink Stains

Another simple household solution for removing ink stains on white clothes and fabrics is Vinegar. The reason? Its high acidic content that can dissolve the ink and other components which cause fabric marks. While Vinegar itself is sufficient, adding milk or baking soda can increase its efficacy and give you faster results. Here’s how to use White Vinegar to remove pen stains from cotton clothes.

Things You Will Need:

• Vinegar – 1 parts.
• Milk – 2 Part.
• Bowl.

Procedure:

1. In a bowl, add milk and vinegar in the mentioned ratio.
2. Soak the stained area in the bowl.
3. Leave it overnight for best results.
4. The next morning, rub gently to remove any traces of ink.
5. Wash as normal with warm water and hang dry.

Works for: Ballpoint ink stains, Fountain ink marks and other stains like rust, yellow perspiration stains etc.,