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Yellow armpit stains...ugh...

Nda

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How you get rid of those yellow armpit stains on white undershirt for awhile? I am thinking of buying new undershirts every week. Man, these stains pissed me off. I think i should switch my deodorant. Any ideas?
 
thats so sick. I have never had that problem. Ever.

Try trimming your armpits way down, it makes for 10x more efficient deodorant/antipersperant
 
Are you bleaching your shirts? I know that anti-perspirants can stain shirts - but the only ones I have that are stained are years old. And they're undershirts anyway - why does it matter, nobody's gonna see 😛
 
I got that problem too...not sure what causes it. Meh...I still wear the shirts though. They still smell fine after you wash em and what not.
 
Originally posted by: Nda

How you get rid of those yellow armpit stains on white undershirt for awhile? I am thinking of buying new undershirts every week. Man, these stains pissed me off. I think i should switch my deodorant. Any ideas?

Buying new shirts every week? Yeah, I think it is time for a deodorant change. Use anti-perspirant deodorant.
 
Hottest water you can manage, lots of bleach. Boil a pot of water and dump it in there. Turn up the water heater when you do the wash.
 
Originally posted by: skrilla507
Originally posted by: Nda

How you get rid of those yellow armpit stains on white undershirt for awhile? I am thinking of buying new undershirts every week. Man, these stains pissed me off. I think i should switch my deodorant. Any ideas?

Buying new shirts every week? Yeah, I think it is time for a deodorant change. Use anti-perspirant deodorant.

It's the Anti-perspirant deodorant that is staining you guys.
 
Originally posted by: ThePresence
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Hey, i tried to be clean and smell nice, but just cant help it that this happens. **** happens for a reason 😉


Right...gonna toss that old undershirt and getting new ones tonite. Gonna go to walmart and get arm&hammer unscented. Hope it works. Gawd, i so hated that stains.....
 
Originally posted by: PhasmatisNox
Hottest water you can manage, lots of bleach. Boil a pot of water and dump it in there. Turn up the water heater when you do the wash.

the hotter the water
the stronger the bleach works
the stronger it works
the faster it wears down the fibers of the shirt
thus still requiring you to frequently buy new shirts.

 
Spray a little Spray 'n Wash on the pits every few washes and you'll never have the yellow stains again.
 
Try using natural (crystal) deodorant or tea tree oil-based deodorants. You can also get these underarm clothing protectors at your local Sewing/Crafts store (they're called "Disposable Dress Shields" and can be found here).

To remove the stains, use oxyclean (or similar oxygen-based product) and soak it before washing. Machine drying the stains (e.g., dryer) will also set the stains in. If you really want to prevent them from getting worse, air dry your shirts.

Here you go... More info from:
http://www.oxxousa.com/garment_care.htm

Condition Yellow:
How to avoid those unsightly underarm stains

When you're trying to look your best, even the smallest clothing stains can be embarrassing. But none are as potentially humiliating as yellow underarm stains.

One would think these are caused by perspiration ? but one would be wrong. While it is true that the chloride salts in perspiration tend to fade all colors, it is the combined effect of sweat and deodorant or antiperspirant buildup that yellows fabric. Acidic antiperspirants contain aluminum chloride, which can change the color of some dyes.

To prevent deodorants or antiperspirants from tainting your clothes, follow these steps:

*Use alcohol-free deodorants with a natural pH rather than an acidic antiperspirant. Avoid deodorant products that contain acidic solutions of aluminum chloride.
*Apply the product as instructed, and avoid overuse.
*Allow the product to dry before dressing.
*Avoid prolonged contact with antiperspirants and deodorants.
*Use underarm guards when wearing delicate garments, especially those made of silk.

If discoloration does occur, don't hesitate to take the item to your dry-cleaner immediately and point out the problem. This can help prevent further damage to the item.

You can remove residue from washable garments by washing them as soon as possible after you wear them, using the hottest water safe for the fabric. First, check the label on your laundry detergent for pretreatment instructions. Then, pre-treat the stains by soaking the garment in a detergent containing enzymes.

If the stain remains, you can try using three percent hydrogen peroxide or chlorine bleach according to fiber type. However, read care label instructions first. Also, before trying this method, test for colorfastness by applying the bleach to an unexposed area, and let stand for five minutes. If the color is affected, do not use the product.

Don't let unsightly yellow underarm stains ruin your clothing ? or your reputation. Use deodorants or antiperspirants correctly.

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Fixed link.
 
Like RaDragon said, buy a natural deodorant. Usually the yellow stains are a result of the aluminum in most deodorants. Buy one that does not contain aluminum.
 
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