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Suncream stains!

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ClaudiaMM · 23/07/2025 09:34

I am having a nightmare with suncream stains this summer, which is crazy as I haven't really noticed this issue before, but maybe I'm using a terrible formula?

I'm going to try some different suncreams, but I need these stains out. I'm thinking of trying some of the tips from here and here, but just wondering if anyone has some further tips and tricks (or knows if the advice in these blogs definitely works)

I think I'm worried/overthinking as I've stained my favourite top haha 😅

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Azuresky68 · 26/07/2026 17:36

Did a bit more research
1 Degreaser on affected areas -
Apply Washing-up liquid or Elbow Grease for at least 30 mins
Then
2 Overnight soak in Napisan or Vanish Oxi Action Crystal White (or another oxygen bleach).
3 Wash with biological detergent.
4 Dry in sunshine if possible
(Repeat steps 1 - 3 once if needed before drying)
Hope that works 🤞

Azuresky68 · 31/07/2026 17:09

Just reporting back...Elbow grease plus soaking in Oxi action powder over night has completely got rid of the srains caused by Lidl oil spray!

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