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A solution of brilliant green (“brilliant green”) is not only an antiseptic, but also an effective dye. Therefore, the stains that it leaves on the skin, fabric, surfaces and floor coverings are considered among the most difficult to remove.
In this article we will tell you how to wash the “green” from the skin.
How to wash the green from the skin of the hands (legs, face)
If the green spot does not cause any discomfort, then it can be left. It will go away on its own in 1-2 days. Moreover, the green spot disappears from the skin of the hands faster – due to regular washing, contact with cleaning products, various chemicals, and so on.
If you want to remove the green spot quickly, then you can use two proven solvents – alcohol or hydrogen peroxide:
Moisten a cotton pad, disc, or any fiber cloth with a solvent;
Apply to skin and leave for a few minutes. Remove immediately if discomfort (burning or irritation) occurs;
Wipe the place stained with “greenery” with a napkin soaked in solvent;
Rinse your hands (legs, face);
If necessary, repeat steps 1-4.
You can also use chlorhexidine. And alcohol can be replaced with any strong alcohol – vodka, cognac, and so on.
If the “brilliant green” got on sensitive skin – on the lips, eyelids or genitals – then alcohol, hydrogen peroxide and chlorhexidine will not work. They cause severe irritation. Instead, you can use a nail polish remover, ideally one that does not contain acetone. It will take quite a lot of cotton pads:
Moisten a cotton pad (pad or napkin) with nail polish remover;
Quickly swipe over the green spot;
Swipe with a dry disc or tissue to remove excess product;
Repeat steps 1-3 several times until the stain disappears.
Act carefully and quickly so as not to irritate the skin.
Alternative means for removing green from the skin
There are several alternative remedies that will help get rid of green spots. But many of them need to be used with the utmost care:
Chlorine-based bleach (“Whiteness”). Saturate a cotton pad or napkin with it and apply it to the green spot for 2-3 minutes. Caution – due to its caustic effect, it is not suitable for sensitive skin, mucous membranes, for damaged areas with scratches or pimples, as well as for children;
Ammonia 10%. Similarly, saturate a cotton pad with it and apply it to the green spot for 2-3 minutes. Caution – it can also irritate sensitive skin, and also has a pungent odor that does not weather well. Use this method on a balcony, loggia or in rooms with excellent ventilation;
Lemon juice. Saturate a cotton pad or napkin with it and apply it to the green spot for 3-5 minutes. The method can also cause irritation on sensitive skin and is not suitable in cases of damage (scratches, abrasions, acne, dermatological diseases). For increased efficiency, you can mix lemon juice with alcohol or vodka in a ratio of 1:5.
Other acidic cleansers are also acceptable. For example, puree from sorrel leaves or a solution of citric acid.
How to wash greenery from leather furniture or clothes
If the green stain is on leather furniture or clothes, then toothpaste can help. This tool has a bleaching effect, but it does not damage the material. However, before the procedure, it is recommended that you first test the toothpaste on some inconspicuous area of uXNUMXbuXNUMXbthe sofa or jacket to make sure that it does not “eat” the stain.
The procedure itself takes a few minutes:
Apply a thin layer of toothpaste to the surface of the stain. Leave for 3-5 minutes for the surfactants to work;
Gently brush the damaged area with a toothbrush. It is desirable that it be soft enough. If there are only hard brushes in the house, then you can hold one before use for 3-5 minutes in boiling water;
Carefully collect the toothpaste from the surface of furniture or clothing with a dry cloth, and then wipe off any residue with a damp cloth;
If the green spot has not completely disappeared, then you can repeat the procedure.
The above methods are also suitable – alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, chlorhexidine, lemon juice, bleach or sorrel puree. However, they should also be tested on an inconspicuous area of furniture or clothing before use. In some cases, they are able to discolor the object, in others – to lead to its deformation.
Home cleaning products such as Domestos are also suitable. Surfactants in its composition remove the “brilliant green” from the structure of the material. The method is suitable for old, stubborn stains. But, again, you first need to check its safety – since the skin is dyed and dressed in different ways.
Attention! This material is subjective, is not an advertisement and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.