"Ring around the collar" stains are caused when body oils and daily soil collect inside the collar band, leaving an unsightly, oil-based stain that is particularly difficult to remove. If dress shirts are a staple in your working wardrobe, then work quickly to remove stains each time you wash, as build-up of collar stains can cause permanent damage.
Firstly, check the label of the shirt to make sure it's safe to launder.
Undo collar buttons and remove collar stays, if they are present.
Create a workspace by covering a laundry bench or kitchen countertop with a towel, and lay each shirt flat with the collar spread. Coat the stain with a generous layer of clear dishwasher detergent (a degreasing product). Use an old toothbrush to gently work the detergent into the stain. Do not rinse.
Was the shirts in the hottest water safe for the fabric with a scoop of Oxygen Whitener. If the stain is particularly stubborn, you can choose to stop the washer mid-cycle to let the shirt soak in the water for an hour. Continue washing, without adding additional detergent.
When removing the shirts from the washer, be careful to inspect each collar thoroughly to ensure the stain has been removed before drying. Re-treatment may be necessary.
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