As the weather warms up, many of us will be slapping on some sunscreen before we head out to spend time in the sun. If you have children, it’s especially important to make sure their delicate skin is protected from dangerous UV rays, but wearing sunscreen is vital for everyone, no matter your age.
Suncream should be applied to any areas of skin that are likely to be exposed to the sun, including under the arms of T-shirts, as clothes may move during the day and expose unprotected areas.
The best way to apply suncream is before you put on your clothes, but this isn’t always feasible, especially if you’re reapplying it later in the day. Slapping it on when you’re fully dressed, however, can lead to unwanted staining, particularly if you’ve got white clothes on.
Thankfully, there is a way to remove suncream stains from your clothes, and cleaning fans on Facebook have been more than happy to share it with those seeking advice.
One woman posted to a group dedicated to fans of cleaning expert Mrs Hinch, where she wrote: “I know this has been asked many times, but I can’t remember the answer. So sorry to be a pain, but could someone tell me how to get the yellow effect sun lotion leaves on white T-shirts out, please?”
Commenters on the post were quick to let the woman know that there is a solution, and it only costs around £2. The most common recommendation was to soak the affected clothes in soda crystals, which can be picked up from most supermarkets.
One person said: “Soak in soda crystals.” Another added: “I use Milton and soda crystals. Soak overnight, then wash, dry outside in the sun (if we ever have any!).”
Other commenters suggested the woman try covering the stain in washing up liquid and leaving it to sit, while there were a few cleaning fans who claimed white vinegar does the trick.
Someone posted: “Distilled white vinegar and baking soda. Leave to soak and then rub original Fairy Liquid into the area. You have to get the yellowing, protein and the oil out, and all three of these will do this.”
Another recommended: “White vinegar. Spray on, leave for a while, then wash in bio detergent. Try and hang outside in the sun.”
There was even a couple of commenters who suggested using Head & Shoulders shampoo to remove the stains, although one claimed they had “never tried it” themselves so couldn’t verify whether it works.