Whatever job you are doing, whitewashing walls or painting a picture, it is almost certain that you will eventually have at least a speck of paint on your skin. The solvents on the market are extremely toxic and are not suitable for our delicate skin. This article discusses numerous alternative remedies based on ingredients that you most likely already have at home.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Use Denatured Oil and Alcohol (to Remove Any Type of Paint)
Step 1. Gently scrub the stained skin with soap and water to remove most of the paint
Try to wash off as much of it as possible, but don't scrub hard. Don't worry if your skin doesn't come back completely clean, in some cases this step simply allows you to use less oil later on. If, on the other hand, it is water-based or acrylic paint, you may be able to get rid of it completely right away.
Remember that it is best to wash the paint off your skin as soon as you notice that you are stained because once it dries it will be more difficult to remove
Step 2. Apply a thin layer of mineral or baby oil to the stained skin
Mineral oil is the most suitable since it is effective on different types of paint: oil, acrylic and water. Either way, use a small amount, just enough to coat the paint stain. Gently rub the oil into your skin and then let it sit for 2-3 minutes.
In the absence of anything else, you can also use a vegetable oil suitable for the skin, for example that of coconut, olive or flaxseed
Step 3. Rub the skin in circular motions to remove the paint
Massage it into the stain with your fingertips and then try to gently scrape off the paint. There is no need to use anything other than your fingers to massage the oil into the skin in small circular motions and then gently remove the paint.
Step 4. Use a cotton swab to remove any remaining paint residue
Soak it in oil and scrub away the last stains. You can also use a simple rag. In both cases, resume rubbing the oil into the skin with small circular motions to remove the last residue of paint.
Step 5. If the situation is still not resolved, try using denatured alcohol or nail polish remover
Saturate a clean cotton ball and rub it over any paint that hasn't come off yet. Even modern makeup removers are sometimes successful in removing paint from the skin.
Since alcohol dehydrates the skin, rinse it off as soon as possible and then apply a moisturizer to make it soft again
Step 6. Wash your hands with soap and water
When you're done removing the stains, wash the oil and alcohol smell off your skin using warm water and soap.
If the paint hasn't come off yet, it's probably a powerful oil-based product. You will still be able to remove the stain with other oils and detergents
Method 2 of 3: Use Vegetable or Cooking Oil (To Remove Difficult Stains)
Step 1. Wash the stained skin with liquid soap and warm water
Create a thick layer of foam and then rinse. This first step is to remove some of the paint from the skin to allow the oil to penetrate and act more effectively.
Step 2. Use an essential or cooking oil to remove the paint
Simply smear it on the stained skin and leave it on before scrubbing. You can use a wide variety of oils, as they have very similar characteristics when it comes to using them as cleansers to clean the skin. For convenience, you can choose one you already have at home from the following:
- Seed oil;
- Coconut oil;
- Olive oil:
- Essential oil, for example of lavender or rosemary.
Step 3. Rub the skin with water and oil until the paint comes off
You can use your hands or a rag. After a while, rinse your skin to see if the spots have disappeared. If necessary, apply more oil and resume scrubbing.
Step 4. Make a salt scrub if the result is still not perfect
Mix equal parts oil and salt, then rub the exfoliating mixture on the paint stain to remove it. You can use any type of oil, but salt is better coarse to ensure an effective scrub.
Step 5. Use turpentine essential oil if the problem is serious
If you still haven't been able to remove the paint from your leather despite many attempts, this could be the time. Pour a few drops of turpentine essential oil onto a cotton ball or the corner of a rag (not directly on the body), then rub it into your skin to remove the paint. Before you begin, open the windows so that the room is well ventilated and use as little turpentine as possible. Although it is not lethal, its vapors are certainly harmful to health.
Rinse the part with soap and water as soon as you're done
Step 6. Rinse the skin until it is completely clean
After rinsing it with hot water, you may want to take a shower to remove the sticky oil residue.
Method 3 of 3: Use Completely Natural Cleansers and Remedies
Step 1. Use liquid hand soap to create a thick layer of lather on the stained skin
Soap the area and scrub with your hands or a rag to remove as much paint as possible. Rinse and lather your skin again if you notice the foam has taken on the color of the paint you are trying to remove.
Step 2. Create an all-natural cleaner to remove stubborn stains, such as spray paint
Mix 120ml of coconut oil (or other vegetable oil) with 90g of baking soda. Mix the two ingredients well, then scrub the mixture into the stained skin using an old toothbrush to remove the paint. This method is perfect for anyone who doesn't want to use chemicals for their own hygiene.
Step 3. Use mayonnaise if you have stained yourself with oil paint
As if by magic, he will be able to remove it from the skin easily. Spread a teaspoon (or just enough) on the stain and then let it sit for a few minutes before washing it off by rubbing the skin with a rag soaked in soap and water.
Step 4. Try using Vicks VapoRub as a cleaner
The drug contains turpentine oil in moderate amounts that are safe for health. Apply it to the stain and let it sit for a few minutes, then wash it off by rubbing the skin with a rag soaked in soap and water.
Step 5. Make a sugar-based scrub
Wet your hands and blotchy skin before pouring about a tablespoon of sugar over the paint. Rub the sugar against the skin gently to exfoliate the skin and thus remove the paint. Once finished, you will notice that in addition to being clean, the skin is also soft.
This method is also suitable for removing oil residues or for rehydrating the skin after using the Vicks VapoRub
Step 6. Try using all-purpose cleaning wipes
If you work with paints every day, it may be a good idea to purchase cleaning wipes that are suitable for removing stubborn stains from your skin. There are products formulated to remove paints, glue, silicone, lubricants, grease and more from the skin. They are very effective and also available in natural and biodegradable materials.
- Some of these wet cleaning wipes have a slightly abrasive side.
- While removing dirt quickly, they are gentle on the skin.
- They are very comfortable as they are ready to use and do not need to be rinsed.
- Some wipes leave emollient substances on the skin that make it soft and hydrated, such as aloe vera or lanolin.
