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How to remove ink stains

Ball pen and other types of ink are very tough stains to take out. So to remove them effectively, they need to be pre-treated. The most effective solution to remove ink stains from clothes is Ariel PODS. Ariel PODS detergent has enzymes that are very efficient at breaking down ink stains. So follow the instructions below and get rid of those pesky ball pen ink or ink stains in the 1st go.

A pen is made for writing. Generally, though, that means writing on paper, not on your clothes. Yet sometimes accidents do happen. Whether from a leaked ballpoint pen or some misplaced doodles, clothes covered in ink aren’t always the best look.

An old myth is that hairspray is the perfect tool for ink stain removal. Yet there is another way that doesn’t involve experimenting – and Ariel knows that way. Watch our step by step guide on how to get rid of ink stains from clothing, or read the instructions below.

Removing ink stains

Dose

Place one Ariel POD capsule in the bottom of your empty drum. For very tough stains, add a second POD. Always make sure to check dosage instructions on your pack.

Dose

Load

Add your stained garments on top.

Load

Wash

Wash on the highest temperature shown by your clothes’ care labels.

Wash

Unload

After the wash cycle is complete, unload the garments immediately.

Unload

Effective stain removal on many stains

Ink stains may be uncommon, but they do happen. Often they’ll happen alongside other more common stains like coffee stains, red wine stains or fruit. When that does happen, don’t worry. Ariel has you covered against many tough stains.

Choose Ariel 3in1 PODS washing capsules regular for great tough stain removal on your favourites. So you can say goodbye to ink stains and much more in 1 wash.