lmcorazon
09-05-2002, 11:02 PM
What causes yellow armpits? Does anyone know how to prevent yellow armpit stains? Also, does anyone know how to remove these stains?
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Pinkroses
09-06-2002, 10:39 AM
It could be the deodorant you are using. Try using a different brand.
debso
09-09-2002, 07:08 PM
If you pre-soak your undershirts in regular old vinegar, it will get the yellow stains out
buck58
09-10-2002, 09:45 PM
I had the same problem. I switched brands and the stains went away!!
buck.
buck.
indsey
09-11-2002, 07:57 PM
The yellow is probably caused by bacteria. However, like Pinkroses and buck said, try switching to a better antiperspirant, one w/o aluminum chloride.
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Fikster
02-17-2003, 02:21 PM
My yellow undershirts are causing problems for me as well. A quick search for "Yellow Armpit" came up with this article. I hope this helps.
Yellow Armpits
These stains are likely caused by a combination of deodorant and perspiration. Many deodorants and antiperspirants contain aluminum salts. When these salts are combined with laundry detergent, especially in cooler water settings, they are not easily dissolved, and they remain on the fabric. To remove the stains, try soaking the T-shirts in warm water with an enzyme pre-soak product. Wash in the hottest water safe for the fabric. If the stain remains, dampen and sprinkle stain with meat tenderizer. Let stand for about an hour, and launder again. To avoid new stains from forming, always wash the shirts in the hottest water safe for the fabric. To prevent these stains, allow your antiperspirant to dry completely before dressing.
[This message has been edited by Fikster (edited 02-17-2003).]
Summary:
- Change my deodorant to one that doesn't contain aluminum salts.
- Let my arm pit dry before putting on deodorant
- Pre-soak with vinegar or a enzyme product such as Biz Bleach or Axion.
- Wash in the hottest water safe for the fabric. If the stain remains, dampen and sprinkle stain with meat tenderizer. Let stand for about an hour, and launder again. To avoid new stains from forming, always wash the shirts in the hottest water safe for the fabric. To prevent
these stains, allow your antiperspirant to dry completely before dressing.
[This message has been edited by Fikster (edited 02-17-2003).]
[This message has been edited by moderator1 (edited 02-18-2003).]
Yellow Armpits
These stains are likely caused by a combination of deodorant and perspiration. Many deodorants and antiperspirants contain aluminum salts. When these salts are combined with laundry detergent, especially in cooler water settings, they are not easily dissolved, and they remain on the fabric. To remove the stains, try soaking the T-shirts in warm water with an enzyme pre-soak product. Wash in the hottest water safe for the fabric. If the stain remains, dampen and sprinkle stain with meat tenderizer. Let stand for about an hour, and launder again. To avoid new stains from forming, always wash the shirts in the hottest water safe for the fabric. To prevent these stains, allow your antiperspirant to dry completely before dressing.
[This message has been edited by Fikster (edited 02-17-2003).]
Summary:
- Change my deodorant to one that doesn't contain aluminum salts.
- Let my arm pit dry before putting on deodorant
- Pre-soak with vinegar or a enzyme product such as Biz Bleach or Axion.
- Wash in the hottest water safe for the fabric. If the stain remains, dampen and sprinkle stain with meat tenderizer. Let stand for about an hour, and launder again. To avoid new stains from forming, always wash the shirts in the hottest water safe for the fabric. To prevent
these stains, allow your antiperspirant to dry completely before dressing.
[This message has been edited by Fikster (edited 02-17-2003).]
[This message has been edited by moderator1 (edited 02-18-2003).]