Everyone has a favorite pair of jeans, but dealing with ink stains on jeans, courtesy of a ballpoint, fountain, gel, brush, calligraphy, or any other type of ink pen. 

Regardless of the source and how the ink stains got on the jeans, the ink stain removal process is a common and frustrating ordeal many face, especially when left untreated. 

Due to its composition of pigments and dyes, ink can swiftly penetrate and set into jeans' fabric, requiring specialized stain removers.

Fortunately, ink stains on jeans can easily be removed, allowing you to rock your favorite pair another day using a powerful, reliable, and effective stain remover such as Vanish, which removes ink stains, unpleasant odors, and 99.% germs.  

In this article, we’ll discuss how to get ink stains out of jeans using Vanish, using pre-treating, soaking, or washing techniques with just a little patience.  

If the ink stain happens while wearing the jeans, immediately blot away as much ink as possible with a paper towel, napkin, or microfiber cloth. 

If the ink stain is fresh, immediately blot away as much ink as possible with a paper towel, napkin, or microfiber cloth. 

If the ink has dried, put several pieces of towels under the stained area and dampen the ink with a few drops of water. Then, blot the dampened stain with a paper towel to remove any loose ink. 

However, be cautious to exert too much force as it could cause the ink to set deeper into the fibers or spread it so the stains become larger. 

After blotting away the excess ink from the jeans, use Vanish Oxi Action Powder, which contains Oxi Advance formula to remove ink stains, neutralize odors, eliminate 99.9% germs, and brighten colors, even after 50 washes.

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.

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 to the ink stain, rub it gently, and let it sit for 10 minutes (do not allow Vanish to dry on the jeans). 

4. Wash as usual. 

Option 2: Soak

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

2. Stir for 30 seconds.

3. Soak the jeans 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.

To remove permanent or dried ink stains left by a permanent marker, highlighter, gel pen, industrial marker, artistic marker, etc., use Vanish Multi Use Liquid Stain Removal. 

This product is safe for colored and white garments and can be added to your washing machine with detergent. 

INSTRUCTIONS

Soak

1. Add 10ml of Vanish Multi Use Liquid Stain Removal to 1 litre of water (40°C max).

2. Leave the jeans in the solution for 1h max.

3. After soaking, wash as usual or rinse thoroughly.

Should I avoid using hot water when treating ink stains on jeans?

Yes, be sure only to use cold water because hot water may put the ink deep into the jeans' fabric’s fiber, making the stain remover process difficult. 

Additionally, carefully check and ensure all the ink is gone before drying the jeans, as the heat from the dryer will set the stain in. 

How often should you wash your jeans?

As a general rule of thumb, it is advised to wash your jeans after every 3-10 wears or when they start to smell. If you are regularly active in your jeans, wash them every 3 years. 

Does washing jeans fade the color?

Machine washing your jeans using cold water prevents the fibers from releasing dye. But washing your jeans in warm or hot water will speed up fading and cause them to shrink.