It's frustrating to find a dirty collar on your clean shirt. You need to clean it before wearing it again. But how do you get it clean? If you've ever had to throw out a shirt because of a stained collar, we've got your back.Those tough stains around the collar result from a mix of sweat, dead skin cells, oil, and sometimes residue from hair products or makeup. Let's explore a few methods for washing a shirt collar.
Tips To Clean Shirt Collar
Remove Stains From Shirt Collar With Laundry Detergent
Here's how to remove collar stains using regular laundry detergent:
- Lay your shirt flat, collar facing you. Apply a good amount of laundry detergent, liquid or powder, right on the stain.
- For stubborn stains, give the detergent 30 minutes to an hour to break down the grime.
- If the stain is putting up a fight, use a soft brush or an old toothbrush to carefully work the detergent in. Don't scrub too hard, or you might damage the fabric.
- After pre-treating, toss the shirt in the wash and follow the care instructions on the label. Use the hottest water temperature that's safe for the fabric.

Remove Stains From Shirt Collar With Baking Soda
Here's how to tackle shirt collar stains with baking soda:
- Grab some baking soda and mix it with a little water to create a thick paste.
- Lay your shirt flat and spread the baking soda paste generously over the stained collar area.
- For best results, let the paste sit on the stain for at least 30 minutes. The baking soda will absorb sweat, oil, and odours.
- If the stain is particularly stubborn, you can use a soft brush or an old toothbrush to gently scrub the paste into the fabric. Be careful not to scrub too hard, as this could damage the fabric.
- Rinse the collar with clean water to remove the baking soda paste. Then, wash your shirt according to the care instructions on the label.
Remove Stains From Shirt Collar With Shampoo
Shampoo can be a surprising hero in the fight against shirt collar grime. Here's how to use it:
- You'll need some regular shampoo (skip the fancy conditioning kind for this task) and a soft brush or an old toothbrush (optional).
- Lay your shirt flat with the collar facing up. Apply a generous amount of shampoo directly onto the stain.
- You can add a little water to the shampoo to create a light lather. This can help distribute the shampoo evenly.
- Give the shampoo some time to work its magic. For tough stains, let it sit for 30 minutes to an hour.
- If the stain is stubborn, use the soft brush or toothbrush to gently massage the shampoo into the stain. Be careful not to scrub harshly, as this could damage the fabric.
- Rinse the collar with clean water to remove all the shampoo residue. You don't want any leftover shampoo to interfere with the wash cycle.
- Throw your shirt in the wash and follow the care instructions on the label. Use the hottest water temperature recommended for the fabric type.
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