How to remove blood stains from clothes and linens?

In this article, we will talk about how to remove menstrual blood stains from clothes, sheets and furniture.

First, let’s face it, period spotting happens. You don’t have to be at a certain stage of your cycle to experience leakage. There are many reasons for unexpected bleeding: maybe you misremembered your period, you’re trying a new birth control method, or your cycle just isn’t on track yet.

The thing is, your period may be irregular and leaking is nothing to be ashamed of. But the fear of staining your friend's couch, ruining a perfectly good set of sheets, or having to throw out your favorite underwear is real.

Fortunately, removing blood stains is a breeze with a little know-how.

In this article, we explain how to remove blood from clothes and furniture and fill you in on a tip to make leaks a thing of the past.

You have period spotting, now what?

The sight of blood on fabric can be alarming. If you notice the stain quickly and remove it immediately, the process will be much easier.

Let's start with the ingredients;

• Hydrogen peroxide: This oxidizing chemical lifts blood stains from fabric by swelling them. If you don't have any on hand, lemon juice will work too (you can find peroxide at a drug store).
• Cold water: When it comes to blood stains, cold water is gold, never use hot water. The high heat will cause the proteins in the blood to adhere more tightly to the fabric.
• Clean cloths and a soft-bristled brush: You can use these to wet the stain, wipe it* and absorb the stain.

*NOTE: Always press gently on the blood stained surface, never rub. Rubbing with pressure will spread and smear the stain.

How to remove period blood from clothes and furniture?

As long as you have hydrogen peroxide (or lemon juice) on hand, you can easily remove blood stains from most surfaces.

 How to clean menstrual blood from underwear?

• If the stain is new, rinse your underwear under cold running water to remove any excess blood. If the stain is dry, soak your clothing in cold water for about 30 minutes.
• Pour hydrogen peroxide onto a wet sponge and begin wiping the stain.
• Wring out your underwear to dry it a bit and put it in the washing machine on a cold cycle.
• If the stain is not completely removed, repeat the above steps.
• Hang your underwear outdoors until it dries.

How to remove menstrual blood from sheets?

For new, uncured stains:

• Quickly remove the sheet from your bed to stop blood from seeping into your bedding.
• Rinse the stain with cold water.
• Dampen a cloth with cold water and begin to wipe the stain without pressing or rubbing.
• Soak the sheet in cold water for 30 minutes, then place the stained area in a large bowl.
• Pour half a cup of hydrogen peroxide (or the juice of one lemon) and a large amount of cold water onto the stain.
• Leave it for 24 hours and let the mixture take effect.
• Machine wash on cold water cycle.
• Let it dry in the open air.

For dried stains:

• Soak the sheet in cold water overnight to loosen dry blood.
• Pour half a cup of hydrogen peroxide onto the stain and gently work it in with your brush.
• After 10 minutes, use a cloth dampened with cold water to wipe the stain.
• Machine wash on cold water cycle.
• Let it dry in the open air.

If the stain remains, repeat the process.

How to remove period blood from your armpit?

• Immediately use a dry cloth to absorb as much of the spilled liquid as possible.
• Dampen a new cloth with cold water and use it to wipe the stain.
• Add a few drops of hydrogen peroxide to a new cloth and gently rub it over the stain.
• Dampen another clean cloth with cold water and use it to rinse the stained area. This is easy to do – just use gentle circular motions and avoid rubbing.

Dealing with a stubborn stain? Repeat the same steps.

Tired of cleaning? Try leak-proof, washable menstrual panties

If the possibility of leaks stresses you out, you’re not alone. Whether it’s blood, urine, sweat, or a mix of different fluids, leaks worry almost everyone at some point.

At Modibodi, we help eliminate the worry of leaks for good. Our high-tech, leak-proof underwear conforms to your body and absorbs fluids, preventing leaks from occurring in the first place.

As they say, the best offense is a good defense.