When it comes to getting stubborn makeup stains out of clothing, there's one universal truth: We've been there before, and we will certainly be there many times more. If you're a daily makeup wearer you already know that just the simplest bump or slip can cause you to drop your favorite lipstick, mascara, or loose powder on your clothes, resulting in immediate panic and the realization that maybe you just can't have nice things.

While it's common to stain our clothes from time to time—and not just with makeup—the good news is that we don't have to avoid wearing our favorite pieces out of fear of ruin. We asked Lindsey Boyd, co-founder of The Laundress, for expert advice on removing stubborn makeup stains. Spoiler alert: Turns out you can have nice things.

MEET THE EXPERT

  • Lindsey Boyd is co-founder of The Laundress, a company that specializes in fabric care, home cleaning, and storage solutions
Achisarah van der Weerd