How to remove Turmeric stains from clothes?

Turmeric is an essential spice in every Indian kitchen. Indian cooking has witnessed a prominent place of turmeric for ages. The beautiful orange-yellow colour of the spice gives a lovely yellow hue to the dishes. But if it is spilled on clothes, it can leave a stain behind, especially if it is white. Turmeric is sacred and is also considered a part of several Indian rituals. The recent years, especially the pandemic, have revealed a plethora of health benefits associated with turmeric, and in Western countries also, turmeric has gained popularity. This article will deal with the tips and tricks on how to remove turmeric stains on clothing. If splashed on clothes, especially white, the pigment of turmeric becomes challenging to remove. But don’t lose heart. Several home remedies can come to your rescue and save your favourite outfit.

The most important tip that everyone should remember is to act fast when the cloth is stained with turmeric. Do not wait for the stain to dry. Get into action immediately.

Here are a few ways that help you to remove turmeric stains from clothes:

• Dry detergent

Without wetting the area where the stain has occurred, take a detergent and rub it, allowing it to settle on the garment. Once you think that the detergent has set in, rinse it and allow it to dry.

• Bleach and water

Make a mixture of water and bleach powder and soak the stained area in the solution. After this, take the garment out of the solutions and soak it overnight in a solution of baking soda and water. The next day rinse the apparel with normal water and allow it to dry. An important thing to consider here is that the bleach you use should be accessible on coloured clothing. So, buy a colour-friendly bleaching powder because harsh bleach can strip the colour off from coloured clothing.

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• Vinegar

Another powerful ingredient that is easily found in most kitchens is vinegar. The moment you notice that the cloth has developed a stain due to the turmeric, wash it with water and soap. After that, rub the area with vinegar and allow it to dry. Vinegar will help to get rid of the residual stain.

• Lemon

Who does not know that lemon acts as a natural bleach? Hence, the stain-removing property in lemon is also high. Take a lemon, slice it, and then dry rub on the area. You can also sprinkle a few drops of lemon juice on the affected area. Next, rinse the cloth with normal water. Finally, allow it to dry under the sun.

• Hydrogen Peroxide

Grab it from a nearby pharmacy. The critical thing to remember and note here is that it should be used only on white clothes, not coloured garments. Rub the affected area with Hydrogen Peroxide and then wash it with normal water. Allow it to dry and notice the removal of stain once the cloth is dried.

• Baking Soda

Oil-based turmeric is a difficult stain to remove because oil also settles on the clothing quickly. So, using baking soda for cleaning the stain is a good idea because the ingredient is alkaline. First, pre-clean the area with a spoon or knife so that extra turmeric is removed. Next, sprinkle the powder directly on the stained area. Allow it to settle because soda will do its job of cleaning the oil stains from the area. In the meantime, make a thick paste of water and baking soda. Use a toothbrush to clean the area with the paste. Rinse it and allow it to dry to see the stain disappear.

• Glycerine

It is a non-toxic and natural substance that can be mixed with water, soap, or alcohol. The solution acts as a suitable cleaning agent. Take ¼ cup of glycerine and 2 cups of water. Soak the cloth in the solution. Leave the fabric in the solution for 20 minutes. Now clean the area with a cloth and then rinse it with water. Allow it to dry.

Trick: Try the super simple methods to get rid of turmeric stain on the clothing. 

• If none of the above remedies work to eradicate the stain, try to camouflage the stain with embroidery. If the stain is in the middle or corner of the garment, stitch the embroidered piece into the clothing. Not only will it cover the stain, but it will look creative too! 
• As per the reviews and experiences of people, alcohol may also work on the garment to remove the stain. If nothing works to get rid of the stain completely, try rubbing the affected area with alcohol. You may get the desired results!

Final Thoughts

It can be challenging to remove the tough stains of turmeric. But using any of the tips mentioned above and tricks can be effective to remove the turmeric stains.