4 Steps to Remove Sunscreen Stains From Blankets

Act fast and scrape off excess Blot the stain with a paper towel—do not rub. Rubbing pushes the sunscreen deeper into the fabric.

Apply dish soap directly to the stain Squirt a generous amount of grease-cutting dish soap like Dawn onto the stain. Rub it in gently with your fingers or a soft brush, then let it sit for 15 minutes.

Wash in the hottest water the fabric allows Use the hottest water setting your blanket can handle. Check the stain before drying—heat sets the stain permanently.

Treat stubborn stains with baking soda paste For set-in stains, make a paste of baking soda and water, apply it thick, and leave it overnight. Wash again before drying.