How do you remove suncream stains off car paintwork?

Answer 1

To remove sun cream stains off car paintwork, a soft cloth and a mild detergent might work. Dish soap is mild enough to not make the paint disappear. A solution of vinegar and water mixed at 1/4 vinegar to 3/4 warm water and a mild cloth might also work.

Answer 2

Unfortunately, even with all the best precautions, stains can still occur. For example, even if you wait until the sunscreen is dry before dressing, subsequent perspiration, heat and sun exposure could activate the ingredients in your sunscreen to react with the fibres in your clothing. In some cases, the sunscreen smeared onto your clothing could be fine until it comes into contact with the water during your laundry cycle – especially hard water – and reacts with the minerals in the water to leave a mark on the garment. There are various ways to tackle sunscreen stains. Applying or soaking the garment in a pre-wash stain remover is very effective, particularly if you choose a stain remover that is designed for fats, grease and oils. Alternatively, you could rinse or soak the garments in white vinegar before washing. This is a very effective natural, home remedy for stains. Next, wash the garment in the hottest temperature that is safe for the fabric and the check for the stain again before putting it in the dryer. Never place an item in the tumble dryer before a stain has been fully removed as the heat could set the stain permanently. If the stain is still persistent, you could try an extra-strength bio-enzyme product which is designed to remove oily discolourations and use a brush to gently loosen the stain from the fabric. Remember, sunscreen can be very difficult to remove, especially from certain types of fabrics. Your chance of success also depends on the chemicals used in the formulations. If your garment is delicate or you are unsure of the process or unsuccessful, then it may be best to take it to a professional drycleaner.

Answer 3

an old home solution to getting sunscreen out of your shirt is to mix ketchup and gasoline put on the stain then put it in the washer with bleach only thoroughly after scrubbing the gas of the stain.