How to Get Oil Stains out of Polyester

If you've spotted an oil stain on polyester, then don’t delay removing it! The longer the stain sits on the fabric, the more challenging it becomes to remove. 

Although it's still doable, you might need to repeat the treatment multiple times, making the process quite time-consuming and labor-intensive.

It is important to soak up any excess oil moisture with a paper towel or microfiber cloth prior to initiating any stain remover process. This highlights why tackling fresh oil stains is more straightforward than dealing with old or dried stains. 

Next, to remove oil stains from white clothes, use Vanish Oxi Action Crystal White Powder; for colored clothes, use Vanish Oxi Action Powder. 

There are three methods for utilizing Vanish products to eliminate stains: Pre-treat, Soaking, and adding directly to the Wash. 

Although pre-treatment and soaking are typically reserved for tough stains, the in-wash method is the simplest and can be combined with pre-treat or soaking.

NSTRUCTIONS

Option 1: Pre Treat

1. Add ¼ scoop (15g) of Vanish Oxi Action Powder in the water (MAX 40°C)

2. Stir for 30 seconds.

3. Apply the mixture directly onto the stain, rub it gently, and let it sit for 10 mins (do not allow Vanish to dry on the fabric. 

4. Wash as usual. 

[H3] Option 2: Soak

1. Add 1 scoop (60g) of Vanish Oxi Action Powder in 4L of water.

2. Stir for 30 seconds.

3. Soak colored clothes in the solution for 1h max, and for whites, it's 4h max.

4. Wash as usual. 

Option 3: Wash

Add Vanish Oxi Action Powder to your machine on top of your laundry detergent. Below are the recommended stain remover dosages:

• ½  scoop (30g) for normal stains.

• 1 scoop (60g) for tough & dried stains

FAQs

What should I avoid when trying to remove oil stains from polyester?

You mustn’t rub or scrub the oil stains, or you can embed them into the material fibers further, making them difficult to remove. Additionally, ensure the stain is completely removed before putting the clothes in the dryer, as the heat from the dryer can set the stain in permanently. 

What should I do if the oil stain on my polyester garment has already dried?

If the oil stain on your polyester garment has dried, follow the steps below to remove it:  

1. Scrape off excess oil.

2. Flush the area with cold water.

3. Pour Vanish Multi Use Liquid Stain Removal on the oil stain. 

4. Leave the product on the fabric for 10 minutes max.

5. Rub the stain as required, and then follow the washing machine instructions.

6. Skip the clothes dryer until you're sure the stain is completely removed.

Will dry cleaning remove oil stains from polyester, or should I try other methods first?

Dry cleaning removes solvent-soluble stains, but oil and grease stains are insoluble and must be either pre-treated, soaked, or washed using Vanish stain remover.