Tide to Go Stain Pens 3 Count

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This pen is easy to use and comfortable to hold. To release the cleaning solution, press down on the tip and brush it across the soiled area like an eraser. The pen's clever design reduces the risk of a spill. You won't get any of the cleaning solutions on my hands, which was a problem I had with gel formulas. Since Tide To Go doesn’t contain bleach, it is safe to use on white and colored clothing. The manufacturer says the pen is safe to use on most fabrics, even some dry clean only items. If you’re unsure about using it on certain fabrics, test it on an inseam for colorfastness. If the treated portion of your garment will be exposed to sunlight, damp cloth or napkin should be used to remove any solution residue to prevent any sun-induced lightning. How Do You Clean Your Garment After Using the Tide To Go Instant Stain Remover Pen? Works well on tomato juice, ketchup, BBQ sauce, grape juice, coffee, wine, tea, chocolate syrup and more Remove the cap and push the tip firmly against the area you wish to test until a little amount of solution comes out.

The garment should be washed as directed on the care tag using a laundry detergent. Pay attention to the care tips for the fabric and style of your specific item. Hand wash, machine wash, or dry clean as directed. If the Tide to Go pen doesn't remove the stain completely, try a different pretreatment stain remover before you machine-wash or dry clean your outfit. Follow the instructions on your specific stain remover product, as they may differ depending on how they should be used. Typically, a couple of fast presses with the tip is enough to release enough solution. You don't need to press down all the time. Instead of pressing the tip down at an angle as if you were writing or rubbing the stain with the tip, press it straight down.Tide to Go is the portable, instant stain remover that helps eliminate many fresh food and drink stains on the spot. Keep a Tide to Go in your briefcase, car, purse and kitchen -- everywhere you encounter stains. Blot at the fabric gently with a dry, clean cloth, napkin, or towel. After the solution has dried, you might notice some visible residue, but this will be washed away later. Some wipes tend to break up a shirt’s fibers and smear stains more than remove them. Not so with Tide To Go Wipes, which proved gentle on our white tee but tough on stains—in fact, out of everything we tried, it was the most effective at removing coffee stains (making it a must-have in this cold-brew-obsessed editor’s purse). It easily lifted the ketchup stain, but it could barely lift the pen marks. It is a common memory for most of us: a mother, pre-treating stains on the knees of our pants, scrubbing at the material with a toothbrush, or the scolding remark, “Your clothes are not napkins.” Even as adults, we’ve all lost a favorite, treasured item to a forgotten spill after it’s been through the washer and dryer.

Editor's Note (September 2023): This product review was originally written and published in 2021. To make sure we are still recommending the best products for your needs, we recently reviewed this story to make sure it is still accurate and that we stand by what we wrote. In addition to this original hands-on review, we also had the opportunity to test this product in The Lab. Thanks to its at-home and lab performance, it is still a top choice in The Best Laundry Stain Removers despite newer models and options being available on the market. Rub the tip gently across the stain to remove it. If necessary, press the tip again to add more liquid and continue rubbing gently.Make sure you’re prepared to face unexpected stains with the Tide to go stain pen. Tide to go is an instant stain remover designed to help eliminate some of the toughest fresh food and drinks stains on the spot. Thanks to its powerful cleaning solution, this easy-to-handle stain removing pen gets small stains out of your clothes before they set in. Best of all, Tide to Go travels easily to stop stains on the spot.

Look for the care tag along a collar, waist, or side seam of any garment. If you no longer have one, look for the fabric content. Most common natural and synthetic fabrics like cotton or polyester can be machine washed. [5] X Research source Delicate fabrics like silk and cashmere, and items with beaded or embroidered detail, usually require hand washing or dry cleaning. Once you're done using this instant stain remover, it is time to clean the garment. Here are the steps you should follow; 1. Treat the Stain Again (If need be) Once finished, blot the fabric dry. If the stain has been treated with the Tide to Go pen, blot away any excess solution. You can also air-dry the clothing until you're ready to clean it properly.

Rub the stain remover until the stain begins to fade or disappears completely. Make sure you're getting enough solution, gently rubbing the stain with the tip over all surfaces.