Removing stains from TPE

Vega1 · Post by **Vega1** » Fri Jan 19, 2018 6:50 pm

Okay I'm sure this has been discussed plenty of times so forgive me.

So, not using my head by thinking of staining, I put a new black negligee on my doll for maybe an hour and now she has moderate purple stains all over her torso and arms

She looks like someone gave her a bit of a beating.

Stupid mistake, I know.

I washed her off as soon as I could in the shower thinking it may remove them before they really set in, but no luck.

Any help is much appreciated, thanks.

Broven · Post by **Broven** » Fri Jan 19, 2018 7:06 pm

Well, the main thing to remember is that the stains aren't permanent. They will eventually come out all on their own. Having said that, I think some people have had varying degrees of luck using mineral oil to gentle massage out the stains. I haven't tried that myself, so I can't swear by it though.

I'm sure there are plenty of folks who have had this issue though, so I'm sure someone can help you out.

Good luck!

Vega1 · Post by **Vega1** » Fri Jan 19, 2018 7:08 pm

Broven wrote:Well, the main thing to remember is that the stains aren't permanent. They will eventually come out all on their own. Having said that, I think some people have had varying degrees of luck using mineral oil to gentle massage out the stains. I haven't tried that myself, so I can't swear by it though.

I'm sure there are plenty of folks who have had this issue though, so I'm sure someone can help you out.

Good luck!

Thanks, as far as the stains coming out on their own, how long are we talking? Weeks, months?

grimreefer24601 · Post by **grimreefer24601** » Fri Jan 19, 2018 7:22 pm

Mineral oil works well for minor stains. Petroleum Jelly works for deeper stains. For black clothing stains, benzoyl peroxide acne cream. Make sure it's benzoyl peroxide. Let the cream sit for 8 to 12 hours. It may not clear it immediately, but it should clear within a few days. Lastly, TPE itself over time will dissipate stains.

I've removed a few stains from TPE at this point, including Roof Tar. Let me know if I can help you.

And this is my 420th post!

Broven · Post by **Broven** » Fri Jan 19, 2018 7:31 pm

grimreefer24601 wrote:
And this is my 420th post!

Starquake · Post by **Starquake** » Fri Jan 19, 2018 7:48 pm

There's 2 products to remove stains
One that bleaches the pigment in the stain and one that draws the stain out of the material
Indigo20 makes the latter and explains it all here
https://www.dollforum.com/forum/viewtop ... 27&t=75609
https://www.dollforum.com/forum/viewtop ... r#p1016947

People have had mixed results with other methods too like toothpaste, bicarb and paint thinner too but I'd go with Indigo20's solution.

Or leave it and it'll fade into the doll in a couple of months

Post by **Mon Amour Toujour** » Fri Jan 19, 2018 9:31 pm

This happens to the best of us. Here's a video I made that might help with avoiding stains:

iggy73 · Post by **iggy73** » Sun Jan 28, 2018 3:42 pm

MonAmour wrote:This happens to the best of us. Here's a video I made that might help with avoiding stains:

Thank you so much for sharing this video, MonAmour. Question though... are there any concerns about using any of these techniques on darker skin dolls? For example, dark tan, black etc? I'd hate to try to remove a very small "blemish" (I left her in black stockings too long) and trade that instead for a slightly bleached patch. I mean, I'm not trying to make her look like Michael Jacksoni, yet.

(Question - is it still too soon?)

Vega1 · Post by **Vega1** » Sun Jan 28, 2018 5:00 pm

Just thought I'd follow up on the stains.

After trying petroleum jelly and benzoyl peroxide for a few days, the stains are now almost completely gone. The darkest stains are still visible but have faded significantly.

E_J16 · Post by **E_J16** » Sun Mar 13, 2022 2:01 pm

First post on this site. So ive had my doll a few months now. Last night i put a new sheer black dress on her, next morning shes covered in blue stains. Looks like id beaten her up. Will the petroleum jelly and benzoyl peroxide work on this as well. Sorry if its an obvious answer, im kind of new to all this.

seagull · Post by **seagull** » Sun Mar 13, 2022 4:19 pm

Would suggest the peroxide first for a few days and see how it looks after a week, Vega1 seems to have got it right

Most TPE dolls don't need any mineral based products on them for the first few (or more) months

BigJoeBuck · Post by **BigJoeBuck** » Sun Mar 13, 2022 4:25 pm

Benzoyl Peroxide Cream acne cream try that spread it on let it dry and wipe it off a few hours later with mild soap try it a few times it will come out ive had this issue a few times