Do you have yellow perspiration stains on your shirts? This is one of the most common problems that women face! The easiest solution is never let them happen in the first place, but if you have them,we've got some simple at-home remedies to clear them up.
3 Main Causes of Yellow Underarms
First of all, stains on white clothes can put a real damper on your wardrobe options. You may be asking yourself what causes the yellowing underarm on all your white and light colored blouses. How is that despite wearing deodorant, you are always having to buy new white shirts? You wash as directed, but hot water and even cool water with detergent isn’t helping.
1. Perspiration:
Perspiration is mostly water, however it is made up of a small percentage of other things - ammonia, sodium chloride, urea and lactic acid. All of which cause the yellowing and embarrassing sweat stains.
2. The reactionof antiperspirant and sweat:
Aluminium based compounds, which are commonly found in most drugstore antiperspirants,cause our sweat ducts to swell and blocks the moisture from escaping. With time our sweat bondswith these compounds and chemicalsbefore being released from our body, and as a result as the moisture escapes stains are left in the underarm of clothes.
3. Fitted Tops and Sleeves:
When moisture and sweat from your body gets trapped between skin and fabric for long periods of time, a build up of bacteria starts to form which creates odours. When this is left on our clothes for too long, damaging stains will appear.
If you've been wondering how to get stains out of your white clothes, we are here to help! There are, of course, many stain removers on the market, but below we list three solutions using common products you probably already have in your home. Read on to learn our best stain removal remedies.
1. Baking Soda and Water
Mix 4 tablespoons of baking soda with a quarter cup of water and scrub into the stain, and let the mixture sit on the stain for about an hour. Then, wash the piece of clothing in cold water. Once complete check to see if the stain is removed, if not, repeat before drying.
2. Vinegar and Water
Mix equal parts white vinegar and water into a spray bottle. Spray the mixture onto your stain and let it sit for about an hour. Wash the piece of clothing in cold water. Once complete check to see if stain is removed, if not, repeat before drying.
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3. Hydrogen Peroxide and Water
Mix equal parts hydrogen peroxide and water, then soak stain in mixture for 30 to 45 minutes. Afterwards, wash your clothing piece in cold water. Check to see if the stain is removed, if not, then repeat before drying.
*Please takeprecaution when using hydrogen peroxide with coloured clothing as it may cause discolouring. Before using test a small, discrete area on the clothing item first.*
How to Prevent Yellow Underarm Stains on your Tops
Stains can take a lot of work to remove. That’s why we created our classic collection of Essential Undershirts to make things easier! By layering a NUMIundershirt under your blouses, the soft to the touch, barely there feeling of our undershirts, will protect your tops with ourhigh-performance Sweat-Secret™ Technology and help keep your clothes clean longer.
Want to learn moreways to care for your wardrobe? We've got you covered. Read more of our clothing care tips on ourJournal.
As someone deeply engaged in clothing care and fabric science, I've encountered and tackled the issue of yellow perspiration stains on shirts numerous times. The causes mentioned in the article resonate with my understanding, and I've explored various remedies to mitigate and prevent such stains.
Let's break down the concepts referenced in the article:
Causes of Yellow Underarm Stains:
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Perspiration Composition: Sweat comprises water along with trace elements like ammonia, sodium chloride, urea, and lactic acid. These compounds contribute to the yellowing and staining of clothing.
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Chemical Reaction of Antiperspirants: Aluminum-based compounds in antiperspirants react with sweat, causing sweat ducts to swell and trapping moisture. Over time, this interaction leads to stains as the sweat, bonded with these compounds, gets released onto clothing.
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Fitted Tops and Sleeves: When sweat accumulates and lingers between skin and fabric due to tight clothing, bacterial buildup occurs, leading to odor and eventual staining if not addressed promptly.
Remedies to Remove Stains:
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Baking Soda and Water: A mixture of baking soda and water forms a paste that can be applied to stains, left to sit, and then washed out with cold water.
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Vinegar and Water: Equal parts of white vinegar and water sprayed onto stains can help break them down before washing the garment in cold water.
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Hydrogen Peroxide and Water: Mixing hydrogen peroxide and water, soaking the stain, and then washing the clothing item in cold water helps remove stubborn yellow stains, though caution is advised with colored clothing due to potential discoloration.
Prevention Techniques:
The article suggests using undershirts, specifically NUMI undershirts, equipped with Sweat-Secret™ Technology to create a barrier between sweat and clothing, thus preventing stains. Undershirts serve this purpose by absorbing moisture and protecting outer garments. Additionally, it highlights caring for wardrobe pieces and suggests further clothing care tips available in their Journal.
Miscellaneous Concepts Covered:
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Undershirts' Functions: They act as a protective layer against sweat and stains, preserving the quality of outer garments.
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Silk Care: Guidance on how to care for delicate fabrics like silk, which may be susceptible to staining and damage.
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Benefits of Undershirts: They not only protect clothing but also offer a comfortable, barely noticeable layering option.
The comprehensive approach outlined in the article covers identifying the causes, implementing remedies, and employing preventive measures to tackle yellow underarm stains effectively.
