Permanent markers are designed to stick and stick to the surface of an object so the ink will be very difficult to remove. If you accidentally scratch your skin with permanent marker, you can be frustrated that the stain will be difficult to remove even though you've made every effort to remove it. Luckily, you can use some powerful, skin-safe cleansers to remove permanent marker stains. In fact, various household alcohol-based products, such as hand sanitizer and even hairspray, are very effective at removing annoying permanent marker stains.
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Method 1 of 3: Using an Alcohol-Based Cleanser
Step 1. Spray hairspray on the skin affected by the marker
Hairspray that contains alcohol is great for removing permanent marker stains. Find a room with good ventilation, then spray hairspray on the marker so that the hairspray covers the stain. Rub the hairspray that covers the marker stain using your fingertips or a cloth. If the marker ink is gone, wash your skin with soap and warm water, then pat dry.
Step 2. Remove marker stains using hand sanitizer
Hand sanitizer is high in alcohol, so it's great for reducing and removing permanent marker ink. Spray the hand sanitizer on the palms of your hands, then rub your hands over the marker-affected skin in a circular motion. If you do this for 15 to 30 seconds, the marker will slowly disappear and dissolve into the hand sanitizer. Rinse your skin with warm water. Repeat this process until all the marker stains are gone.
Step 3. Use insect repellent to remove marker stains
Like hand sanitizer, insect repellent also contains isopropyl alcohol, which can remove permanent marker ink. Spray a large amount of insect repellent on the ink-affected skin and rub the skin with your fingers or a tissue. Keep spraying the insect repellent on the skin and scrubbing until the ink stain is completely gone. Wash your skin with soap and water.
Step 4. Remove marker stains using alcohol
Isopropyl alcohol can definitely be used to remove permanent marker stains. Apply the alcohol directly to the skin with a marker or drop it on a cloth, then rub the stain with your fingers or a rag. Marker stains will fade quickly. Keep scrubbing your skin until the marker ink is gone. Next, wash your skin with warm water and soap, then pat dry.
Use an unused rag or towel as the marker will stain your fabric with ink
Method 2 of 3: Using Oil and Cream
Step 1. Use coconut oil to remove marker stains
Before you remove the stain with coconut oil, wash your skin with warm water and a little soap, then pat dry with a towel. Use your finger to apply a small amount of coconut oil to the skin with the marker. Rub and rub the coconut oil on the skin using your fingers or a tissue until the marker stain is completely gone.
Step 2. Apply sunscreen
Apply a generous amount of sunscreen to the marker-stained skin, then rub it in with your fingertips in circular motions. Keep adding sunscreen and scrubbing your skin until the marker stain is gone. Rinse off any remaining sunscreen and marker stains using warm water.
You can use cream or spray sunscreen to remove permanent marker stains
Step 3. Rub the marker stain with baby oil or lotion
Baby oil and lotion are gentle and powerful cleansers that can be used to effectively remove permanent marker stains. To use it, apply baby oil or lotion to a tissue and rub the tissue over the skin with the marker. Clean the skin area with warm water to remove any markers and baby oil or lotion that is still on it.
Step 4. Remove marker stains using shaving cream
To use it, apply a large amount of shaving cream directly to the area of the skin where the marker is affected. Rub the shaving cream applied to the skin using your fingers or a tissue. Add shaving cream if necessary. Keep scrubbing your skin until all the marker stains are gone. Wash your skin with warm water.
Method 3 of 3: Remove Marker Stains with Other Methods
Step 1. Use baby wet wipes to remove marker stains
To remove permanent marker stains using baby wet wipes, take a wet tissue, rub the tissue over the marker until the stain is gone, then rinse with warm water. Try to use baby wipes (not multifunctional wet wipes) as these are gentler on the skin.
Step 2. Use a liquid makeup remover or tissue
If you're using a liquid makeup remover, put a few drops of the liquid on a tissue or cloth, then rub the area of the skin where the marker is. If you're using a tissue-shaped makeup remover, just rub the tissue into the marker.
Step 3. Use a white toothpaste cream
If you use toothpaste to remove permanent marker stains, choose a white, cream-colored toothpaste as gel toothpastes don't work as well. Sprinkle warm water on the area of the skin where the marker is affected, then apply a generous amount of toothpaste. Let the toothpaste sit there for 1 to 2 minutes, then rub the toothpaste with your fingers or a damp cloth until it absorbs into your skin. Scrub your skin until the marker stain is gone, then rinse off the toothpaste with warm water.
Step 4. Apply butter on the marker stain
Take a spoonful of butter and apply it to the permanent marker. Let the butter sit for 2 to 3 minutes, then buff the stain with a rag. Continue scrubbing your skin until the marker is gone, then use hot water and soap to rinse off the butter and marker ink.
Step 5. Use nail polish remover or acetone
Technically, it's not a 'skin product', but nail polish remover and acetone can remove permanent marker stains without damaging the skin. Unfortunately, this product is volatile so you may have to apply it several times if needed. Apply nail polish/acetone remover to a cotton swab or washcloth, then rub it over the skin with the marker. Keep adding nail polish remover and scrubbing your skin until the stain is gone. Clean your skin with warm water and pat dry.
Tips
- Always use a skin-safe product to remove permanent marker before you use household products.
- Don't forget to moisturize your skin after you use the methods in this article as some ingredients can dry out your skin.
