Plant Dyed Clothing Care
Special Care for Plant Dyed Clothes
Some things can cause what looks like a stain on plant-dyed clothing, but it's actually a chemical reaction usually reversed with water!
Follow these steps if you notice spots from...
Citrus, Vinegar, Wine, Tea, Coffee & Other Highly Acidic Foods
- soak the entire garment in cold water for at least 1 hour (best overninght).
- wash according to care label instructions.
- repeat if necessary.
Alkaline Deodorants with Baking Soda
- dilute ph neutral detergent in warn water & soak garment for at least 1 hour (preferably overnight).
- gently rub stains if needed.
- repeat if necessary
Cooking Oil, Beauty Oil, Grease
- sprinkle baking powder on stain
- let siit 30 mins
- soak in warm water, then wash according to care label
- repeat if necessary
Washing Plant Dyed Clothing
- Hand wash in cold color with soft, PH neutral soap (some examples are ECOS, 7th Generation, Eucalan, & Woolite)
- If washing on the hand wash cycle of a machine, washing in a garment bag will help avoid snags
- Wash dark colors separately
- The colors of plant based dye will mellow over time, adding a whole new dimension to your wardrobe
- Do not bleach
- Hang or lay dry out of direct sunlight
- Handle with ♥️
