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How to remove mayonnaise stains

Everyone loves the creamy texture you get from the mix of egg and oil in mayonnaise, but it’s also why mayonnaise stains are really hard to remove. Thanks to its ingredients, a mayo stain is actually a combination stain that’s made up of protein, enzymatic and greasy stains. While your first impulse it to run your garment under warm or hot water – don’t! The heat can cause the proteins in the stains to cook and sets them into the fabric. You can remove these stains with enzymes and oxygen or colour safe bleach. Ariel comes with innovative laundry technology that’s ideal for removing mayonnaise stains. Follow our simple tips for outstanding mayonnaise stain removal in the 1st wash.

Remove mayonnaise stains

Dose

Place one Ariel 3in1 POD into 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

Load your stained garments on top of the PODS.

Load

Wash

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

Wash

Unload

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

Unload

If the stain persists after washing, pre-treat with Ariel Original Washing Liquid. Pour Ariel onto the mayonnaise stain and let it set for 20 minutes. Then, rewash in warm water with 1 use of Ariel before drying.

Effective stain removal on many stains

The kitchen is an easy place to get messy. Whether you’re dealing with mayonnaise or other sauces like ketchup stains or mustard stains, Ariel can help you clean up afterwards. Just follow our Ariel stain solutions tips for effective stain removal on a variety of stains.