Blot the açaí stain right away, then flush it with cold water from the back of the fabric to push the pigment out. Work a small amount of liquid laundry detergent into the stain, rinse, and air-dry until you’re sure it’s gone (heat can set what you can’t see yet).
Triage an Açaí Stain on Activewear
Steps to Take Right Away
- Blot immediately. Use a clean cloth to absorb excess liquid.
What Not to Do
- Don’t use hot water. Heat can set berry pigments into synthetic performance fabrics.
- Don’t rub aggressively. Friction can drive pigment deeper and may damage stretchy fibers.
- Don’t machine-dry “to see if it’s gone.” Dryer heat can lock in faint remaining discoloration.
- Don’t mix cleaners. Avoid combining bleach types or using multiple products at once.
- Don’t ignore the care label. Some activewear finishes and elastane blends need gentler products and cooler temperatures.
Notes for Common Situations
If stain is fresh: Speed matters most - treat immediately for best results.
Best for Fruit Stains
Sil 1 für Alles Fleckensalz
Grade 2.4Why Sil works for berry: Combines enzymes and oxygen bleach to break down fruit pigments and natural sugars without damaging colors.
How to use for best results: Particularly effective on fresh berry stains. Extended soaking (up to 6 hours) may be needed for set stains.
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