Yes, OxiClean is highly effective at getting rid of many types of ink and marker stains. For the best results, use a targeted pre-treatment rather than just washing it with your regular detergent.
OxiClean™ Max Force™ Laundry Stain Remover Spray targets the toughest stains from things like grease and oil. That makes it the perfect stain remover for ink stains from ballpoint pens since these items use oil-based ink.
Common household items like rubbing alcohol, alcohol-based hand sanitizer or hair spray, baking soda, white vinegar, or even lemon juice can often be used to treat an ink stain.
Yes, Dawn dish soap can remove ink stains, but it works best when paired with rubbing alcohol or white vinegar to break down the ink first. Because ink is designed to be permanent, a quick scrub with Dawn alone often isn't enough.
Removing pen, ballpoint or felt-tip ink stains from material like canvas and cotton is possible even after drying. With hand sanitizer and fabric treatment, you can remove pen ink from clothes — no matter how stubborn the stain.
Toothpaste can remove ink stains, but it's not the most effective method. For a quick fix, cover the stain with non-gel toothpaste, let it sit briefly, and rinse with cold water, repeating as needed.
Hydrogen Peroxide:
For stubborn ink stains, apply hydrogen peroxide directly to the affected area. Allow it to sit for a few minutes, then blot with a clean cloth. Repeat if necessary, but be cautious, as hydrogen peroxide can bleach certain fabrics.
While there is no single "impossible" stain, hair dye, mustard, and oil/grease are widely considered the hardest to remove.
Acetone. Acetone is a powerful organic solvent that can be used to easily and quickly remove ink from paper. Acetone. Acetone is a powerful organic solvent that can be used to easily and quickly remove ink from paper.
Yes, hand sanitizer is a highly effective, readily available stain remover for lifting pen ink from clothing and fabrics. Its high alcohol content acts as a powerful solvent that breaks down ink pigments.
To remove set-in stains, apply an enzymatic stain remover or liquid laundry detergent directly to the fabric, gently work it in, and let it sit overnight. Wash the garment in the hottest water the fabric can tolerate. If the stain remains, soak the item in oxygen bleach.
13. Don't use OxiClean on wool, silk, or other off-limits fabrics. OxiClean's manufacturer suggests that it should not be used on the following fabrics: wool, wool blends, silk, silk blends, leather, or on fabrics labeled dry-clean only.
Most ink stains are not permanently set immediately and can be removed with prompt treatment. However, they will become truly permanent if they go through a heated dryer, or if the ink is specifically labeled as "permanent" (like a Sharpie).
A: It is NOT baking soda plus hydrogen peroxide. Baking soda is sodium bicarbonate. OxiClean contains sodium carbonate.
Yes, there are absolutely stains that can't be removed. Time + the original method of cleaning + whatever the stain actually is can all make them difficult(if not impossible) remove. Different chemicals are supposed to be used for different stains. Tannins, protein-based, oil-based, etc.
Yes, hydrogen peroxide is a highly effective, natural stain remover that acts as a mild, color-safe bleaching agent. It works by releasing oxygen, which breaks down the colored pigments in the stain.
Grandma’s Secret Spot Remover is a concentrated, biodegradable stain-fighting formula designed to lift nearly any stain—including grease, oil, blood, and ink—from clothing, carpets, and upholstery. It contains no bleach, chlorine, or phosphates and is safe to use on almost all fabrics.
Yes, OxiClean can remove ink stains, but results vary depending on the type of ink and the fabric. It is highly effective for many fresh pen or marker stains, though tough or set-in ink may require multiple treatments or specialized care.
Removing ink from clothes after it has gone through a hot dryer is incredibly stubborn, but entirely possible. The high heat bakes the ink into the fabric, so standard washing won't work. You need to break down and dissolve the set-in stain using a solvent before re-washing.
Yes, Dawn dish soap can remove ink stains, but it works best when paired with rubbing alcohol or white vinegar to break down the ink first. Because ink is designed to be permanent, a quick scrub with Dawn alone often isn't enough.
To remove permanent ink from clothes, start by placing a clean towel behind the stain to prevent bleed-through. Saturate the mark with high-concentration rubbing alcohol (or aerosol hairspray), and gently dab with a cotton ball or cloth until the ink lifts. Finally, rinse thoroughly and wash as usual.
Like glass cleaners, window cleaners often contain ammonia, which can break down ink stains. Spray a small amount of window cleaner onto a clean cloth or cotton pad and dab it onto the ink-stained skin. Let it sit for a minute before wiping it away. Be sure to rinse the area with soap and water to remove any residue.
For ballpoint ink, which is usually oil-based, Barringer says “milk can be surprisingly effective—soak the stained area overnight.”