Deodorant Stains: How to Remove Those Embarrassing White Marks

I don't know how it happens. The deodorant says right on the label that it will not leave those embarrassing white deodorant stains on my clothes. Yet, there they are again. I could just apply my deodorant after I put on my shirt. That would solve the problem. But it's too late for that now.

If this happens to you as often as it happens to me, here some tips for getting those deodorant stains off your clothing before they set in. Don't even think about changing your shirt. You can quickly and easily remove those stains and be out the door in less time than it would take to change your shirt!

Pantyhose

Okay ladies, you can finally put these modern day torture devices to good use. I can't remember the last time I actually wore pantyhose, but I always seem to have a loose pair or two floating around. Why not actually use them for something! When you notice you've got those ugly white deodorant marks streaked across your favorite black shirt, don't panic. Just grab that pair of pantyhose and rub them into the deodorant stains. This will usually do the trick. Use a little bit of elbow grease and watch the stains disappear. Who knew you had a magic eraser just sitting in the back of your dresser drawer!

Trouser Socks

Did you shred your last pair of pantyhose right after you quit your job and started working from home? Or maybe you're a man and lucky enough to never have had to invest in a pair of pantyhose (not counting the Halloween burglar costume, of course). Never fear, you need not run out and buy pantyhose; trouser socks will remove those deodorant stains before they set it just as well. Do note: you'll want to make sure the trouser socks you use are a nylon blend. Cotton socks are not going remove those stains, so don't waste your time. Grab a nylon blend sock and rub it directly into the stains. Just as with pantyhose, you'll see the stains disappear.

Dryer Sheets

I'm always finding used dryer sheets clinging to the bedspread or sheets I just washed. If you've recently laundered your clothes and have a used dryer sheet at your disposal when those white deodorant marks smear your shirt, put it to good use. Just rub the dryer sheet into the stains until you've removed all the white.

Lace

Have you resolved to throw out those ugly lace doilies or that yellowed lace tablecloth for years now? Well, before you do, use them to rub away those nasty deodorant stains.

If you don't have any of these deodorant stain erasers available, just grab any material that might have nylon in it. Another possibility is to use a polyester blend material and rub it into the stains. Both nylon and polyester are polymers, and you might have luck removing those deodorant stains if you use a material made from the polymer fibers. Try out various types of materials you have around your house and find your own solution to that common white mark deodorant stain. Just be certain you remove the stains as soon as you see them. If they set into the fabric of your shirt, you will have a lot more trouble trying to get them out.