How To Get Lipgloss Out Of Couch (And 2 Ways To Remove Lipstick, Too)

Lipgloss and lipstick stains are tricky to remove if you don’t know the right way to do it. First of all, don’t throw couch and cushion covers into the washing machine without treating the stain first. Secondly, treat stains ASAP (don’t let stains sit). Keep reading to learn exactly how to get lipgloss out of couch, including suede.

Table Of Contents

• How Do You Remove Lipgloss From Machine-Washable Couch Covers And Cushion Covers?
• How Do You Remove Lipgloss From Non-Removable Upholstery?
• How To Get Lipgloss Out Of Couch Made of Suede?
• How To Get Lipstick Out Of Couch?
  • How To Remove Lipstick From Couch: Method #1
  • How To Remove Lipstick From Couch: Method #2
• Frequently Asked Questions
  • Can You Use Rubbing Alcohol On Lipgloss Stains?
  • Can You Use Liquid Dish Soap On Lipgloss Stains?
  • Can You Use OxiClean On Lipstick Stains?
  • Can You Use Goo Gone On Lipstick Stains?
  • Can You Use Vinegar On Lipstick Stains?

How Do You Remove Lipgloss From Machine-Washable Couch Covers And Cushion Covers?

Follow these steps to remove lipgloss from couch and cushion covers:

1. Put a little ammonia in a small bowl. You can dilute it with water if the smell is too strong for you.
2. Dip a cotton ball into the bowl.
3. Start at the outside of the lip-gloss stain and work your way inwards. You should start to see the stain lifting. 
4. Once the cotton ball gets stained, switch to a new one and continue repeating the previous steps until the stain is gone.
5. Machine-wash the cover, following the fabric care instructions.

How Do You Remove Lipgloss From Non-Removable Upholstery?

Here’s how to remove lipgloss from non-removable upholstery:

1. Apply foaming carpet cleaner (it works on upholstery) to the stain.
2. Using a clean cloth, work the foam into the stain.
3. Let air dry.
4. Vacuum.

How To Get Lipgloss Out Of Couch Made of Suede?

Here’s how to get lipgloss off suede:

1. Using a clean cloth, dab a citrus-based stain remover like Orange-Sol De-Solv-It Citrus Solution onto the stain.
2. Continue until the stain is gone.
3. Blot with a clean cloth and water.
4. Let air dry.
5. Vacuum the sofa.

How To Get Lipstick Out Of Couch? Here Are 2 Ways

How To Remove Lipstick From Couch: Method #1

Here’s how to get lipstick out of a sofa:

1. Use a dull edge like a butter knife to remove any solid lipstick residue.
2. Apply vinegar to the stain with a cotton ball or clean cloth and gently blot the area.
3. Wash as usual.
4. If your upholstery isn’t washable, dab at the area with a clean cloth and water to rinse it, then let it air dry.

How To Remove Lipstick From Couch: Method #2

You can also follow these instructions to apply dry cleaning solvent and dishwashing soap to the lipstick stain. Here are the steps:

1. Using a clean cloth, dab at the stain with dry cleaning solvent.
2. Continue until the fabric absorbs the solvent.
3. Repeat until the stain is gone.
4. Let air dry.
5. Vacuum the couch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can You Use Rubbing Alcohol On Lipgloss Stains?

Yes, soak a clean cloth in rubbing alcohol and then blot the lip-gloss stain until it’s gone.

Can You Use Liquid Dish Soap On Lipgloss Stains?

Yes, you can use mild liquid dishwashing soap, especially ones designed to handle grease and oil. Here’s how:

1. Blot the dish soap onto the stain.
2. Let it sit for 10 minutes.

Other options include shampoo, detergent, or any cleanser without bleach, brighteners, or lighteners.

Can You Use OxiClean On Lipstick Stains?

Yes, you can use OxiClean on lipstick. Here’s how:

1. Use a flat edge like a credit card or butter knife to remove any excess lipstick from the fabric. (Don’t rub the stain because this will just make it set.)  
2. Apply OxiClean directly to the stain until it is fully saturated.
3. Allow the fabric to soak for at least 10 minutes. (But don’t let fabrics susceptible to color changes soak for longer than five minutes.)
4. Follow the instructions on the care label to wash the garment with detergent.

Can You Use Goo Gone On Lipstick Stains?

Yes, you can use Goo Gone on lipstick stains by following these steps:

1. Use a clean cloth to apply Goo Gone directly on the stain and push on the stain.
2. Continue this process until the cloth absorbs the color.  
3. Use another clean cloth and water to wipe the Goo Gone off the area.
4. Let air dry.
5. Vacuum.  

Can You Use Vinegar On Lipstick Stains?

Yes, here’s how to use vinegar on lipstick stains:

1. Mix one part white vinegar with two parts water.
2. Use a clean cloth to dab the stain with the vinegar solution.
3. Let air dry.