Nope, your nails aren’t going to scratch the mess. You need to nail down the tricks instead!
We understand the feelings when eyelash glue drips down onto your favorite dress. You could wipe out hardened patches using a sharp object, but you may have to lose a section of your dress. Followed a fresh spill quickly and succeeded in wiping it out? If yes, tell us, is the stain left scratchable? Yep again, but you’ll have to compromise on the original look of your dress.
Now, what’s the way around, then? We’ve got you covered, my friend. The truth is that getting eyelash glue off clothes without causing any damage to yourself and the fabric is easier than you think and less time-consuming. The only time you need to spend is on reading this comprehensive guide, and you’ll never be binning your favorite dress next time!
Here are the highlights of the guide:
- Top methods for removing eyelash glue off clothes – Include hacks for fresh and hardened eyelash glue patches. Along with a few chemical options, we brought some natural remedies (commonly used, kitchen items included) that make the procedure safe while offering excellent results.
- Top considerations – Things that can make or break your efforts during the glue removal process and;
- Prevention – Tips on preventing even a single drop from falling onto your dress.
So, are you ready to save the look of your favorite dress?
Quick Fixes for Fresh Spills
Taking immediate action is the key to eliminating hazards and curing trouble quickly and easily. The same applies when looking to remove eyelash glue from clothes.
1. Use a Dry Cloth to Blot Excess Glue
With the anticipation that drops are likely to drop on clothes, you need to keep a piece of dry cloth handy for immediate action. Blot the excess adhesive off the clothes as you finish applying the glue. But as you’re done blotting, your job doesn’t end. You’ll still have eyelash stains or a thin layer of glue on clothes.
You’ll need water and soap for the appearance of those stains to fade to their maximum. This method is effective if the paint is very fresh. This method won’t work if the color is left to dry.
How to do that? Wet the fabric and lather with soap on the clothes. Rub the cloth with your fingers until all the glue comes out. Rinse with warm water afterward.
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2. Apply Ice to The Affected Area
If blotting isn’t your thing, try rubbing an ice cube on fresh spills and stains. Ice works by freezing the glue as it’s working and stops adhesive properties that make it stick so well.
Rub ice on the glue stain until it’s sufficiently frozen. Scrape the frozen glue particles using your fingers or the tip of the spoon until all the glue has been removed. Be sure not to pull and stretch too hard to prevent the fabric from damaging.
Removing Dried Glue: Both Chemicals & Natural Items Can Help!
Here, you’ll have two categories of materials to get the job done: Natural ones and chemicals. Some are already sitting in your kitchen cabinet, and some are available in local or online drugstores.
Let’s dig in now.
Top Chemicals to Get the Job Done
1. Dampen the Affected Area with Rubbing Alcohol
Rubbing alcohol can be used to remove almost any stain. It’s not magic-rubbing alcohol with bleaching properties that dampen eyelash glue and turn it so soft that it looks like it touched the clothes just a few seconds ago!
As rubbing alcohol is a bleach, avoid touching it bear-handed. Wear disposable safety gloves, pour a few drops on a cotton ball or swab, and rub it on the affected area. Continue rubbing for a few minutes, and you’ll soon see glue getting dampened, ready to be removed!
At this point, you may be tempted to scratch the entire glue using your nails or some other sharp object handy. But doing so would cause the fabric to tear, or its color to fade. You need to be gentler at that stage. We recommend using a soft-bristled brush that not only wipes out all the gunk off clothes faster but also minimizes any damage risks to the fabric.
Caution: Rubbing alcohol can be immensely useful but needs to be used carefully. It may also cause your fabric’s color to fade. So, either use it in less quantity or combine it with filtered water.
2. Use a Commercial Stain Remover
The point of commercial stain removers is that they contain bleaching agents, commonly hydrogen peroxide (a powerful stain-removing agent), which breaks down color-causing sections of chemical structures. Such a break-up removes the appearance of the stain.
Bleaching? Caution again. Though you might like being precautionary when using one, sometimes, even after lots of care, you and your household may get in contact with such harsh chemicals, and things may go hazardous.
We recommend using the Stain remover by Emergency Stain Rescue to prevent such happenings. That’s nontoxic and can be safely used even when kids or pets are around. Plus, this stain remover works as an all-purpose cleaning liquid – use it on baby toys, clothes, or carpets, and it’ll feel no slouch clearing those surfaces in minutes!
3. Try Using Acetone
As a powerful solvent, acetone can dissolve various substances and other materials, making it an effective tool for getting eyelash glue stains off clothes.
As it’s a bleaching agent like rubbing alcohol, it’s better to use it in fewer amounts. Mixing it with some other chemical is a good idea, but it’ll most likely leave its stain if used this way. So, better to stick with the former option.
Caution goes for acetone as well. Never let it directly contact your skin to prevent any skin irritation. It’s highly flammable, and inhaling large amounts can cause certain health risks.
Pour a few drops of the pure acetone on a cotton swab and dap it on the eyelash glue stains. Leave it for 10 minutes. Repeat the process unless you see the glue getting dissolved. Use the soft comb to wipe out.
Top Natural Items to Get the Job Done
1. Distilled White Vinegar
Do you know this natural, must-have kitchen item’s uses for cleaning windows, carpet stains, bricks, house flooring, etc? If yes, try it when things go stickier onto your clothes! Vinegar works by breaking down eyelash glue and eliminates the stain quickly.
One way to use it is by applying it to the affected area on your clothing and then waiting for about an hour before washing it. Dry the piece of clothing, and you’re good to go. Remember not to rub it onto the fabric, as the raw vinegar will likely damage it.
If the fabric is delicate, you must use the second method. That is:
- Mix equal parts vinegar and water in a bowl.
- Soak a cotton ball in the mixture and then apply it to the stains.
- Gently rub the area until the glue has been lifted off.
2. Use Olive Oil
Olive oil is more than just a healthy – and delicious – cooking oil. It’s also a cleaning tool that can clear surfaces and loosen stains, grease, and grime.
Though olive oil is entirely natural and safe for the skin, using too much can cause fabric discoloration of the fabric.
Apply a small amount of olive oil onto stained areas and leave it for 10 minutes. Repeat the process, and you will see the glue getting dissolved. Then, the glue will be ready to be wiped out, and the cloth will be tossed in the laundry and washed as usual.
Special Considerations While Removing Eyelash Glue from Clothes
Following are some dos and don’ts to remember when trying to get eyelash glue off the clothes. Overlook them, and you’ll find yourself in more trouble than you started.
1. Avoid Heat
You know the importance of heat pretty well – it helps the eyelash glue dry faster and set in place correctly. Well, favorably on the eyelash, not on your dress!
You may choose to blow dry your hair post-eyelash setup, but this may cause the unseen spills to get dried so hard that they become stubborn when you notice them on there.
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2. Be Cautious with Delicate Fabrics
As said earlier, eyelash glue removing chemicals suggested above may cause the fabric to be damaged. Best to try natural ones first, moving on to chemicals as a last resort.
3. Take a Patch Test
Well, not on the skin, but on the fabric! Apply any substances, whether natural or chemical, on the minor stains first and then continue targeting others on the cue accordingly.
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Prevention is Better – and Easier – Than Cure!
1. Take on a Towel Before Anything Else
Laying a towel over clothing before applying eyelash glue is the best way to prevent accidents. After all, wasting a crappy towel is more accessible and inexpensive than binning your favorite dress!
2. An Apron or Old Shirt May Also Help
A towel worn on your clothing while applying lashes may require a constant setting. It may slip down from your shoulders or breasts. So the best idea always is to wear an apron or an old T-shirt when working with lashes.
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3. Keeping a Bottle of Eyelash Glue Remover Nearby in Case of Spills
An eyelash glue remover is a liquid remover that you apply to your lash extensions with a cotton ball or swab. Many fake eyelashes come with an eyelash glue remover as well.
No matter how beneficial it is, it’s nonetheless a chemical, and in case you don’t have one, you can opt for the safer options we discussed earlier.
When using an eyelash glue remover, be sure to handle it carefully. Some can be harsh and may contain harmful chemicals, like glycol ether. They can irritate your skin and eyes, so better to let a professional lash technician do the job.
Conclusion
So here’s the ultimate guide to removing eyelash glue from clothes. On top of everything, we, too, want your dress to retain its original glory and texture, so we recommended some natural methods along with the chemicals. Go natural first; you’ll find the solution in nature. If nothing works and you have to go for chemicals, being cautious should always be the priority. We’re eager to hear thanks from you!
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