How to Remove Blood Stains from Clothes

Washing underwear isn't always enough to keep it spotless. Certain substances create stubborn dirt that's difficult to remove unless you know the right tricks for each situation. At Abanderado, we'll teach you how to remove blood stains , one of the toughest stains. From now on, none will be too difficult!

6 tricks to remove blood stains from underwear

Why is it so difficult to remove blood stains from clothing? Because some of the components, especially hemoglobin and proteins, penetrate deep into the fabric and become stuck. Just as we gave you the best tips for removing sweat stains from T-shirts , take note of our recommendations for removing this type of stain.

Ammonia

Although we've listed ammonia at the top of our list of tricks, we recommend that you don't use it as your first option. This isn't to question its effectiveness; on the contrary. The problem is that it's a more aggressive substance , requiring extra measures to avoid discomfort and irritation after using it on a garment. Whenever you use ammonia, do so in a well-ventilated room with the windows open . Here's the procedure:

Dilute the ammonia with water.
Soak the part of the garment with the blood stain and let it sit for 10 minutes.
Remove immediately with soap and water.
Wash as usual , adding fabric softener to eliminate any possible odor residue.

Cold water and ice

Experts consider cold water to be the best trick when it comes to removing blood stains from clothing. For this to work, it's important not to wait for the stain to dry , but to act quickly. And while you're at it, it's even better to combine cold water with ice:

Gently rub an ice cube over the blood stain .
Add cold water and wait for it to dissolve, without needing to rub.
Proceed to wash as usual.

Hydrogen peroxide

The cleaning applications of hydrogen peroxide are endless. It's also useful for removing blood stains from clothing. And it couldn't be simpler:

You can apply hydrogen peroxide directly to the stain. For delicate fabrics, or if you don't want to take any risks, make a 50/50 mixture with water.
Rub with a cloth.
Repeat both steps a couple of times or more, depending on the intensity of the stain.
Wash with water and neutral soap.

Water and salt if the garment is delicate

A blood stain on a durable fabric isn't the same as having the misfortune of getting it on a delicate garment. But even in this case, we have a tip on how to remove blood stains from clothing that actually works.

Soak the garment in cold water beforehand.
Make a paste with salt and water.
Rub that paste on the stain.
Rinse with plenty of cold water.
Wash the garment as you normally do.

Baking soda and vinegar

Who doesn't have white vinegar and baking soda in their pantry? If so, we recommend adding both products to your next shopping list and making sure you always have them at home. They'll get you out of more than one tight spot!

Sprinkle a little baking soda on the stain and then pour in the vinegar.
Let it act for about 20-30 minutes.
Remove any residue with a damp cloth and check that the stain has disappeared.
Rinse with plenty of cold water.
Proceed to wash the way you always do.

Extra tip: cleaning dried blood stains

We started by pointing out the importance of acting immediately on the stain for these tricks to be truly effective. But we understand that this isn't always possible , nor is it up to you. Don't despair; our last tip is specifically for removing dried blood stains. You'll also need a product you're sure to have at home: a tube of toothpaste . Be careful, though, because not all toothpastes are suitable. You have to make sure you use a white toothpaste; gel, menthol, or similar versions aren't suitable. The process is similar to the one we've explained for other types of products:

Spread the toothpaste over the stain , making sure it's completely covered. The layer doesn't have to be too thick; the important thing is that it covers everything, although we recommend using a small amount.
Let it dry completely , so that it penetrates all the fabric.
Remove the paste by immersing the garment in cold water and rinsing thoroughly.
Wash with the program and soap you normally use.

These tips on how to remove blood stains from clothing work; you just have to try them to confirm. Plus, they use products we all have at home or are easy to find. We definitely recommend applying them to any piece of underwear from the Abanderado collection . This way, you can continue enjoying all its comfort and style for much longer.