On all been there: a perfect day at the beach, a refreshing swim, and then... the surprise. A period blood stain appears on your swimsuit. 😰 Don't panic, it's a common issue and there are effective solutions to remove a brown stain from your swimsuit. Because we have all already had this kind ofbikini accident.
Tips for removing a menstrual blood stain from your swimsuit
The first time I wanted remove a brown stain from my swimsuit, I immediately put my (cream) swimsuit in the washing machine... Result, the stain has certainly faded a bit, but it's still there. So like many of us, my reflex was to call grandma for advice.
Today, I share with you all the grandma's tips to face these swimsuit accidents.
Tip #1: Never wash a stained jersey without treating the brown stain
When you put a stained swimsuit in the washing machine, the heat will "cook" the stain and it will be well more difficult to remove the brown stain from your shirt thereafter. The heat will fix it on the jersey and in many cases, you can say goodbye to it.
If, like me, you have your favorite swimsuits, here are the tips my grandmother gave me to prevent this from happening again.
Tip #2: Rinse the brown stain from your swimsuit with cold water
As soon as you notice a brown stain on your shirt, rinse it immediately at cold water. 💧
Cold water prevents the blood from clotting and thus facilitates its removal. Gently rub to remove as much blood as possible, but without insisting too much to avoid damaging the fabric.
Tip #3: Use a stain remover before washing your jersey
Once the brown rinsed stainApply a stain remover specifically designed for blood stains. These products are formulated to break down the proteins in blood and remove them effectively. 🧴
You can find them in all major supermarkets and generally, they keep quite well for a long time. Apply it directly to the brown spot and let it work. for about ten minutes.
If you prefer a natural and more economical solution, here are all grandma's tips:
1. Marseille Soap
This classic is formidable to remove brown stainsMoisten the stain, generously rub it with Marseille soap, and let it sit for an hour before rinsing. Repeat the process if necessary.
2. Baking soda
Sodium bicarbonate is an excellent cleaning agent. Create a dough with water and apply it to the brown spot. Let it sit for half an hour before rinsing with cold water.
If you had a bikini accident, but that you did not take care of it directly, let this solution act longerThis will remove the brown stain in most cases.
3. Hydrogen peroxide
Hydrogen peroxide is very effective on the light fabricsApply directly to the blood stain, let it sit for a few minutes, then rinse with cold water.
Attention however: do a test on a small area before using it for avoid any discoloration.
4. Aspirin
Dissolve an aspirin tablet in a little water to obtain a liquid solution. Apply this solution to the stain, let it sit for about twenty minutes, then rinse with cold water. The salicylic acid contained in aspirin helps to decompose the blood of the brown stain.
5. White vinegar
The white vinegar is a natural cleaner which works well on blood stains. Soak a cloth in vinegar, Blot the stain and let it sit for a few minutes before rinsing.
It's simple, natural, and effective.
6. Salt
For a quick solution, mix a tablespoon of salt with water cold, apply to the stain and let it act for an hour. The salt helps to absorb the blood and to detach the stain from the fibers of the fabric.
Tip #4: Wash your swimsuit to completely remove the brown stain
After using a stain remover, wash your swimsuit by hand in cold water or in the machine on a delicate cycle (max 30°). 🧺
Use a gentle detergent to avoid damaging the fabric, and optionally add a little baking soda to the drum to enhance the cleaning action. 🧼 Once the wash is finished, let it air dry, preferably in the shade to prevent the sun from fading the fabric.
The brown spots on a swimsuit can be annoying, but they are not a fatality! 😊 With the right techniques and a little patience, you can find your swimsuit like new. Whether you choose classic stain removers or grandmother's tips, the important thing is to act quickly and always use cold water first, never directly in the machine. Now, you no longer have to be afraid of swimwear accidents.
