Don’t throw them away! This is how you can recover the armpits of your t-shirts

He daily use of clothing can deteriorate it and lead to appearance of stains that are difficult to remove. However, it is not impossible. You can give a second life to your clothes if you know the right tips.

Clothing can become stained for a variety of reasons, ranging from contact with foods, oils, dyes and makeup, to exposure to dirty or contaminated environments. Dirt and debris stick to the fabric and that is what causes the stains. In addition, body sweat and the accumulation of bacteria can also contribute to their appearance.

How to clean armpits from dark clothes

Darker colored garments should have a special cleaning treatment. If the clothes you have to “save” are black, for example, it is recommended to prepare a mix baking soda with water. This combination is very effective in removing stains from dark clothes.

Additionally, you will ensure eliminate perspiration odors impregnated into clothing thanks to the action of baking soda and its deodorizing properties. The steps to follow For effective cleaning they are very simple:

1. Sprinkle the baking soda on the deodorant stain and rub it with your fingers over the entire surface area covered by the stain.
2. Add a little water to generate an “effervescent” reaction with the baking soda.
3. Let the mixture act for a few minutes
4. Rub with a brush in circular movements.
5. Repeat the steps until the stains have disappeared.
6. Finally, wash the entire shirt as usual.

How to recover armpits from white t-shirts

In the white clothesit is very common that after a couple of uses, the armpits tend to take on a yellowish color. These stains are caused by a combination of sweat, bacteria and deodorant residue.

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After each wash, it is advisable to iron the clothes.

To clean it, you can apply the same mixture of water and baking soda as on dark clothes. However, there are stains that are particularly difficult to remove. In these cases, it is recommended to gently rub a cloth soaked in warm water on the fabric in question. When it dries, rub half a lemon on the area or a cloth soaked in lemon juice and let it act between 15 and 30 minutes before washing it with cold water. This is already very likely to completely remove the dirt from your delicate t-shirts.

Another useful method to try to recover the armpits of your white t-shirts is Soak the garment in vinegar and baking soda. You will need to do the following:

• Mix equal parts white vinegar and water in a container large enough to submerge the garment.
• Add 1-2 tablespoons of baking soda to the mixture.
• Soak the shirt in this solution for several hours or overnight.
• Wash the garment as usual.

Homemade methods to clean clothes

Before any cleaning method you decide to use, it is always important to read and follow care instructions of the garment. Also, it is recommended to test in a small area to avoid irreversible damage to the clothing.

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Clothes cleaning methods.

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In addition to being an effective solution to remove armpit stains, baking soda is used to remove any type of stain. It is only necessary to make a paste with water and apply it to the areas you want to treat. Then, let it sit for several minutes and rinse. It is of great importance that the last step you take always be that of laundryeither in your washing machine or by hand, to remove excess product or ingredient used, and thus prevent the appearance of other stains.

This next method is ideal for white fabrics, but it is not recommended to use it on colors, as they may fade. For the next trick you are going to need hydrogen peroxide.

• Add a quarter cup of hydrogen peroxide and 2 cups of water in a container.
• Mix the ingredients well.
• Apply the solution to the stains and let it act for 40 minutes.
• Once the time has passed, rinse the solution with plenty of water and neutral soap.