Removing Makeup from a couch

[crokett]

My 1 yr old found my 3 yr old's play makeup kit. I don't know what the makeup exactly is, only that it is now on the couch and soap/water won't take it off. Any idea what will? Goof-off? WD-40?

[Tom Slick]

goof-off should remove it

as per the warning label, make sure to test any chemical in a inconspicuous spot first.

[Alex Franke]

Suuuuure, crokett.... blame it on the kids. You need to tell the ladies to be a little more careful when they sneak over at night. :P

Never heard of goof-off -- sounds like good stuff, though. Let me know if it works so I can be prepared when I make the same mistake -- er, I mean, when my little girl starts playing with makeup.

[iceman61]

Here are some cleaners for oil based makeup:
Rubbing alcohol (isopropyl alcohol)
Cleaning solvents (lighter fluid, turpentine or mineral spirits)
Household ammonia (Do not use ammonia on silk or wool!)
WD 40
Anything you try, you should try in an inconspicuous area to check for fabric compatibility.

[Richard in Smithville]

Being the father of two daughters, I can say, "Been there, done that". You can always see if this site helps.

[leehljp]

Permanent Magic Marker, ink and white out on bed spreads - Acetone. LOML was VERY happy with me for cleaning up grandkids messes.

I don't know what acetone will do for make-up but I would try a few drops on a cloth and wipe to see what happens to a spot. I keep acetone well hidden from kids but I always know where to find it. It gets far more stains that I would have thought.

[crokett]

Thanks fellas. I will start with the WD 40 since that is what I have. I am not too worried about inconspicuous cause if this doesn''t work the cushions are getting turned over anyway.

[Hellrazor]

Goof off is nasty.. beware of where and what you use that on. I no longer purchase it at work since some of our employees use it without thinking. The smell is strong & lingers and it can eat paint right off the walls. I don't want to know what it would do to fabric.

[MilDoc]

Can you call the manufacturer? If so, that's where I would start.

[iceman61]

Word to the wise: take the covers off the cushions before you try to clean them (I'm sure you already thought of it anyway) That foam cushion is nothing but a huge sponge & might degrade if it gets certain cleaners on it.

[cabinetman]

David

Reminds me of the guy who wore a bra. He said he had to ever since his wife found one in his glove box. You might try removing the cover and clean with carbon tetrachloride (AKA: carbon tet).
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[mrojec]

My wife is into scrapbooking and uses a product called "undu" that takes stamps, tape, and other adhesives off of paper and pictures without harming them. Maybe this will work. Just a thought.