How to Get Rid of a Makeup Stain on a Sports Coat

One hug or a quick snuggle is enough to have someone's makeup rub off on your sports coat. The oil-based stain can leave discoloration, greasy residue, a colorful mark and occasional perfume odor. The last thing a manly man wants is a streak of colorful blush across his lapel. Since most sports jackets are dry clean only, it's important to treat the makeup stain in a way that won't damage your jacket. You can use simple supplies and careful techniques to get rid of the makeup stain and avoid ribbing from the guys.

Things You'll Need

• Spoon
• Paper towel
• Talcum powder
• Hand vacuum
• White cotton cloths
• Dry cleaning solvent
• Padded hanger

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Scrape makeup substance off your sports coat with the edge of a spoon. Wipe the removed makeup onto a paper towel. Continue this process to remove as much of the makeup stain as possible.

   • 2

     Lay your sports coat on a clean flat work surface. Cover the remaining makeup stain with talcum powder. Leave the powder on the stain for 20 minutes to absorb oil from the makeup.

   • 3

     Remove the talcum powder from your sports coat by vacuuming it off with a hand vacuum.

   • 4

     Moisten a white cotton cloth with dry cleaning solvent. Gently blot the remaining makeup stain with the solvent. As the stain is lifted, move to a clean part of the cloth and continue to blot. Apply more dry cleaning solvent, as needed, and continue blotting to remove the entire makeup stain.

   • 5

     Press a dry cloth into the fabric of your sports coat to absorb moisture. Hang your coat on a padded hanger to hold its shape. Allow the jacket to air-dry completely.