How to wash oily pants? A summary of the most popular oil stain removal methods on the Internet
Recently, there has been a lot of discussion on social media and Q&A platforms about "removing oil stains from clothing". Especially in summer, when people eat greasy food and engage in more outdoor activities, oil stains on their pants become a worry for many people. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to sort out a scientific and effective oil stain removal plan, and attach a comparison of actual measured data.
1. Comparison of oil stain types and treatment times
| Oil stain type | Best processing time | Difficulty factor |
|---|---|---|
| Edible oil (vegetable oil/olive oil) | within 30 minutes | ★★★ |
| Machinery oil (engine oil/lubricant) | Process immediately | ★★★★★ |
| Cosmetics (foundation/lipstick) | Within 2 hours | ★★★☆ |
| Animal fat (hot pot oil/barbecue oil) | Within 1 hour | ★★★★ |
2. Top 5 methods for removing oil stains that are hotly discussed on the Internet
1. Detergent pretreatment method
Data from Douyin’s hot topic #lifetips show that this method has been praised by 82% of users. Specific operation: Apply dish soap directly to the oil stain, let it sit for 15 minutes, rinse with warm water, and then machine wash.
2. Flour adsorption method
Xiaohongshu recently has 32,000 related notes, which is especially suitable for dark clothes. Operation steps: Cover the oil-stained area with flour, press lightly and let it sit for 1 hour. Brush off the flour after it clumps.
3. Baking soda + white vinegar reaction method
Actual measurement data from Zhihu Hot Post shows that the effective rate on old oil stains can reach 67%. Method: Make a paste in a ratio of 1:1 and apply it for 30 minutes, then rinse with cold water.
4. Special stain remover pen emergency method
In the Weibo topic #用goodthingrecommendation, a Japanese brand of stain remover pens received 156,000 mentions. Suitable for emergency use when going out.
5. Gasoline dissolving method (use with caution)
Professional technical forum reminds: It is only suitable for pure cotton heavy overalls, and it needs to be thoroughly ventilated for more than 24 hours after treatment.
3. Comparison of processing solutions for different fabrics
| fabric type | Recommended method | Taboo |
|---|---|---|
| pure cotton | Boiling water + soap | avoid bleach |
| cowboy | Alcohol spray + salt friction | Do not iron at high temperature |
| chemical fiber | Dishwashing liquid cold water treatment | Organic solvents are prohibited |
| wool | Corn starch adsorption | It is strictly prohibited to wash with water |
4. Ranking list of netizens’ measured data
According to the latest evaluation (sample size 200 times) by the up owner "Living Laboratory" of B station:
| method | Instant removal rate | Residual mark rate | Fabric damage rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dishwashing liquid + hot water | 89% | 11% | 2% |
| baking soda paste | 76% | twenty four% | 0% |
| stain remover pen | 68% | 32% | 5% |
5. Professional laundry recommendations
Interviews with three chain laundries revealed:
1. Oil stains that exceed 24 hours require professional treatment
2. It is recommended to send mixed fabrics for washing
3. Be sure to do a small-scale test before processing
4. For stubborn oil stains, the composite method of "steam pretreatment + enzyme preparation" can be used
Things to note:
• When treating, wipe from the outside of the stain to the center
• Avoid using oxidizing detergents on colored clothing
• It is recommended to wash valuable fabrics such as silk and cashmere directly
• Dry thoroughly after treatment before wearing to prevent residue from irritating the skin.
Recent data from Douyin's "Grease Stain Challenge" shows that using these methods correctly can save 87% of the clothing scrap rate. It is recommended to collect this article and choose a corresponding solution according to the type of fabric and the nature of the stain when encountering oil stain problems.
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