A smear of foundation, lipstick, or mascara doesn't have to mean the end of your favorite shirt! Here's how to get makeup out of clothes. But what about those pesky red wine stains that always seem to ruin a good outfit? While red wine stains are difficult to remove from fabrics, Martha Stewart claims she has the solution. We tested her five-step trick out and found it to be surprisingly effective.
In our opinion, if you're living fully and joyfully, stains are inevitable. Whether it's a splash of red wine on a blouse from a delicious dinner party or a drip of coffee on your work shirt, accidents happen. But fear not! With the right stain remover and a little know-how, you can keep your clothes looking fresh and clean.
We updated this story in May 2023 to add more testing notes. A good stain remover can make doing laundry easier. Most light stains can be easily removed with a simple solution of water and vinegar, while tougher stains like red wine may require a bit more effort. Fran Forgione, a laundry expert at AO.com in Manchester, has revealed some hints and tricks for getting rid of pesky summer stains using items you probably already have in your pantry.