
How to Remove Hair Colour from Clothes
Removing hair dye stains doesn’t have to be tricky. Remove them quickly and easily with help from Vanish.

Whether it’s just a touch up at home with a box off the shelf, or a completely new colour at the salon, dying your hair can result in some nasty stains. No need to panic, though – Vanish can remove dye stains in no time.
Not only will it tackle stains, the Oxi Powerlift technology removes odours and brightens clothes too. Its deep hygiene action* gives your clothes a thorough clean in-wash every time, leaving your garments spick and span.
Simply pre-treat or soak using Vanish Oxi Action Powder and then add a dose to your wash to remedy any messy spillages on your clothes.
Read on for more information on how to get rid of hair dye stains from a range of fabrics.
Simply pre-treat or soak using Vanish Oxi Action Powder and then add a dose to your wash to remedy any messy spillages on your clothes.
Read on for more information on how to get rid of hair dye stains from a range of fabrics.
*removes stains for a hygiene boost.
How to remove hair dye stains from clothes
No matter how many precautions are taken, your garments can be subjected to drips and spillages of dye in the hair dying process. No need to demote your favourite item to the ‘hair dyeing shirt’ though – they can still be saved. Simply follow these steps using Vanish Oxi Action Powder for the best results:

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INSTRUCTIONS
- Combine ¼ scoop of powder with ¾ scoop of warm water (max 40 °C) and turn it into a paste.
- Apply the mix on the stained area and leave it for 5 minutes max.
- After pre-treatment, wash as usual or rinse thoroughly.
- Got yourself a stain that just won’t go? Feel free to repeat these steps as many times as necessary until it’s gone.
- Lifts stains, keeps colours bright and removes odours.
How to get hair dye stains out of wool
Vanish works miracles on a variety of fabrics like wool, denim and silk. You don’t have to give these materials special treatment, though – just follow the steps above to wash them with your regular clothes.
Important: Before using Vanish, you should always follow the usage instructions on the packaging and follow its care advice.

Tips
Speed is your friend: If possible, try and treat the stain as fast as possible to get the best results. Hair dye is designed to stick to the fibres in fabrics, so it’s easier to tackle when it has had less time to set.
General advice
- Please refer to the packaging for specific product usage and advice.
- KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN AND PETS. Store the product only in the original container and always fasten the lid.
- Do not expose product to direct sunlight.
- Before use check if colours may bleed by testing a hidden area of the fabric.
- For best results it may be necessary to repeat parts of the process.
FAQ's
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