Make-up is one of the toughest stains to remove from carpet. This is mainly due to the fact that there are several different types of make-up, each with different types of ingredients. Each type of make-up will only respond to certain types of cleaning agents. It can be hard to know which kind of solution will work best for the type of stain that you have. Here are some tips for cleaning makeup from the carpet.Â
Determine the Type of Make-UpÂ
In order to get the best results you will need to determine the type of make-up produced the stain on your carpet. Products such as lipstick, rouge, and some liquid foundations are typically oil-based. In order to eliminate the stain you will need to apply a cleaning agent that can remove the oil from the carpet fibers. Powder-based products such as eye shadow, blush, and powdered foundation will respond well to the same types of cleaning agents used to remove basic dirt from carpets.
Household Cleaning AgentsÂ
It is best to try to clean a stain immediately rather than allowing it to set into the carpet fibers. However, you may not always have a commercial carpet cleaning solution on hand. That’s why it is helpful to know some of the common household products that will work to clean various types make-up stains. For example, lipstick and other oil based make-up stains respond well to laundry detergent, but isopropyl alcohol can also need to be used for hard to remove oil-based stains. Mascara and eyeliner can be cleaned using dishwashing liquid and liquid foundation can be cleaned with diluted hydrogen peroxide.Â
Cleaning Tips Whenever you are cleaning makeup stains from the carpet, remember to do a spot test prior to attempting the stain removal. Depending on the type of carpet, any cleaning agent has the potential to cause discoloration or deterioration of the carpet fibers. A spot test in an inconspicuous area will ensure that you can proceed without causing any damage to your carpet. Do not rub the make-up stains as rubbing can actually make the stain worse. Always blot or dab when you are cleaning a make-up stain.Â
Difficult Stains For some stains it may be necessary to clean the area multiple times. Always allow the area to completely dry after cleaning before you further assess the stain. For stains that resist your cleaning efforts, contact a professional carpet cleaner. Â
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