How to Remove Butter & Oil Stains from Clothes

Butter and oil stains are very common when preparing meals at home or serving flavourful dishes. Any kind of accidental spills on your clothes can leave stubborn marks that are difficult to remove if not treated properly.

In this blog, we will learn about how to remove butter stains from clothes effectively and explore simple stain-removal methods.

Key Highlights

  • Remove excess butter or oil before it spreads deeper into the fabric.

  • Pre-treat the stain with Ariel Platinum Gel - Original to break down grease.

  • Wash using the correct detergent dose and the warmest water recommended on the care label.

  • Check the stain after washing and repeat the treatment if needed before drying.

Steps to Remove Butter & Oil Stains from Clothes

Butter and oil stains are composed of milk proteins and oils, which can be stubborn to remove if not treated properly. Here are steps on how to remove butter stains from clothes easily.

  • 1

    Remove Excess Butter or Oil from Clothes

    Start the cleaning process by washing or scraping off the excess butter or oil stain under lukewarm water.

  • 2

    Pre-Treat the Oil and Butter Stain

    Pre-treat the butter or oil stain by pouring Ariel Platinum Gel - Original on the affected area. Gently rub it with your fingertips or use a bottle cap. Let the detergent sit on the stain for a few minutes to help break down the grease.

  • 3

    Load the Clothes in Washing Machine

    Put the garment in the washing machine and do not rinse off the applied detergent.

  • 4

    Use Proper Detergent Dose

    Based on the load of laundry and level of stain, you can add Ariel Platinum - Original Gel or powder to the machine. You can also use Ariel All-in-1 PODS® for a pre-measured dose of detergent.

  • 5

    Choose Appropriate Wash Cycle

    Wash the garment on the regular wash cycle using the warmest water temperature recommended on the garment's care label. This helps lift greasy butter and oil stains while protecting the fabric.

  • 6

    Unload the Washed Clothes

    Remove the garment as soon as the wash cycle is complete and inspect the stained area.

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    FAQs

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    • Ariel Platinum Gel - Lavender is a powerful detergent that delivers long-lasting freshness. Its strong formulation can easily dissolve into fabric and remove tough oil and butter stains, while making them clean and beautifully scented.

    • When left untreated, cooking oil stains can become darker and harder to remove. The oil can settle deeper into the fabric fibres, making the stain more difficult to lift during a regular wash. Treating the stain as soon as possible with the right detergent and washing method can help improve the chances of removing it effectively.

    • Wash butter and oil-stained clothes using the warmest water temperature, as it helps break down greasy stains more effectively. However, it is recommended to check the garment care label.

    • For effective removal of cooking oil odours and greasy stains, you can use Ariel Platinum Clean - Downy Lavender or Ariel Platinum Clean - Downy Floral Breeze.

      Both are formulated to tackle tough grease while leaving your clothes fresh and pleasantly scented after every wash.