stain-triage

Start protein stains cool, avoid heat, and use patient rinsing before normal washing.

Reduce makeup transfer by separating pigment, oil, and fabric texture before washing.

Control ink spread with backing, blotting, and careful testing before adding moisture.

Respond to dye transfer by keeping heat away and separating affected items quickly.

Treat table linens by identifying grease, tannin, dye, and protein before heat.