New outfit, fresh ink stain?

We’ve got you covered.

To my great relief, they didn’t notice and it all worked out.

businessman in white shirt, black pants, and a striped blue tie with an ink stain on his shirt pocket. He’s holding a file folder in his left hand with a watch on that wrist

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A solvent is any substance that helps another break down (think: dis/solve).

In the case of ink, hairspray, rubbing alcohol, or hand sanitizer work well in a pinch.

before soap is ever invited to the party.

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If so, let the professionals handle the stain.

You’ll only need enough to cover the staindon’t overdo it.

After 1-3 minutes, the stain may begin to gently lift.

After it’s soaked for a few minutes, you could spot-rinse with cold water.

Let the detergent work on the stain for about 5 minutes before you put it into the washer.

Your ink stain should be nearly (if not completely) imperceptible.

If you’re still able to see it, start from the top and stick to this carefully.