How to remove hair dye stains from the sink

Sometimes a haircut or new hair color is a much needed change in our lives. Whether it’s just a root touch up or a complete makeover, dyeing your hair can leave you feel fresh and inspired. Unfortunately, after a hair dye job, your sink might not be looking as fresh.

Dyeing hair is messy, and the stains it leaves behind are no joke. Luckily, there are some easy cleaning hacks for removing hair dye color from your sink and you won’t even need to buy any additional products.

You can get rid of hair dye stains on your sink with these readily-available products in your home:

• White vinegar
• Baking soda
• Hairspray
• Dish soap
• Nail polish remover
• Rubbing alcohol

Liquid dish soap for removing hair dye stains

Whoever discovered liquid dishwashing soap should get recognition because this product is a wonder. Its amazing cleaning capabilities go far beyond dishes. In this case, dish soap can get rid of hair dye stains within no time.

You’ll need:

• 1/2 cup of liquid dishwashing soap
• Jug of hot water

Follow the procedure:

1. Apply your dish soap on the stain.
2. Take a soft-bristled brush and scrub.
3. Leave the liquid soap on the dye stain for a while, as this gives it enough time to work on the stain.
4. Come back after 30 minutes with your jug of hot water, pour over the soap which will have dried by now.
5. Repeat the scrubbing process again.
6. Rinse and examine.
7. Repeat the process as many times as needed until the hair dye stain is completely removed.

Baking soda tackles hair dye stains

You may be familiar with the cleaning benefits of baking soda, but did you know it’s also an excellent hair dye remover? Yup, baking soda is a great option for removing hair dye stains from your bathroom sink and tub.

You’ll need:

• 1 tablespoon of water
• 3 tablespoons of baking soda

Follow the procedure:

1. Make a baking soda paste by mixing the baking soda and water. For every 1 tablespoon of water use 3 tablespoons of baking soda in order to form a runny paste.
2. Rub the baking soda paste on the stains.
3. Take a soft-bristled brush or sponge and work on the stain.
4. Let the paste site on the stain for a while to do its magic.
5. Rinse and examine.
6. Repeat the process until you’re happy with the outcome

Nail polish remover also removes hair dye

If you are into dyeing hair and looking good, then you probably have nail polish remover on hand as well. Nail polish remover doesn’t just remove nail polish, but it comes in handy for hair dye stain dilemmas as well.

Things you’ll need:

• Nail polish remover
• A cotton ball

Follow the procedure:

1. Use a cotton ball to apply the nail polish remover to the area in question.
2. Apply as much as needed to clear the hair dye.
3. Use the cotton ball to work on the stain, applying force.
4. Once you’re satisfied with the results, rinse the sink with water for the final shiny look.

Rubbing alcohol does the job too

Rubbing alcohol isn’t just for medical emergencies in your home. It can also be used for stain removal hacks, including hair dye stains. 

What you’ll need:

• Rubbing alcohol
• A cotton ball

Follow these steps:

1. Apply a bit of rubbing alcohol onto a cotton ball.
2. Rub it over the stained area to remove the hair dye.
3. Keep pouring some more and rubbing using your cotton ball until all the hair dye has come off

Combination of baking soda and vinegar

We already mentioned baking soda is a great ingredient for hair dye stain removal, but if you combine it with vinegar, the outcome will be much faster and effortless.

Things you’ll need:

• 3/4 cup of baking soda
• 1 cup of vinegar

Follow the procedure:

1. Pour the baking soda over the area in question.
2. Next, pour the vinegar on top of the baking soda, there will be a fizzy reaction.
3. Take a brush and scrub the stained area.
4. Once done scrubbing, leave for 30 minutes.
5. After the 30-minute mark, wet the area with more vinegar and use your brush again do a final scrub.
6. Rinse and enjoy the new clean look!

Hairspray for removing hair dye stains

As hairspray is alcohol-based, it can also be used to help remove hair dye stains from your sink. You’ll need hairspray, a cotton ball, and dish soap. Follow this simple procedure:

1. Spray the affected area with hair spray.
2. Use a cotton ball to work on the stain
3. Repeat the process until all the hair dye stains have completely come off.
4. Rinse and wash the sink with liquid dishwashing soap to remove the grease from the hairspray.
5. Enjoy your clean shiny sink!

Questions about dealing with hair dye stains

What is hair dye made of that causes it to stain?

Hair dyes are comprised of chemicals and colors that stain when they land on a surface. Some hair dyes are labeled as permanent, this means that when you color your hair, the only way to remove the dye is by letting it grow out and cutting it off or shaving your head.

For such hair dyes, the stains are usually very challenging to remove but, as with all other stains, the sooner you treat them the higher your chance of success.

If you haven’t dyed your hair with regular dye, but rather hair chalk, check out this information about getting rid of hair chalk stains.

Can bleach be used to remove hair dye stain from the sink?

Yes, bleach can actually be used to remove the permanent dye stains, but it’s best to first try natural cleaning options before using bleach. Breathing in bleach fumes isn’t good for your health, so avoid it is possible.

Natural options like a combination of vinegar, baking powder, and liquid dishwashing soap result is a powerful stain remover that will remove hair dye stains on any surface.

Can the products be used to remove hair dye stains from other parts of the house like the bathtub or bathroom tiles?

Yes, dish soap, baking soda and white vinegar can be used to remove hair dye products from other surfaces like the bathtub, bathroom, carpet, and clothes. You can also use hairspray, nail polish remover or rubbing alcohol. Treat the stain when it’s fresh and don’t let it set in for long because it will become much harder to work on.

How can you prevent hair dye stains when coloring hair?

It not 100% possible to prevent hair dye stain from the sink because after coloring your hair, you have to wash it, so the knowledge of products that can remove hair dye stains is quite an asset. To prevent hair dye from staining other surfaces:

1. Cover yourself with an old towel or cloth.
2. Place an old towel /rag or cloth on the floor of the area you will do the hair dye process.
3. After you wash your hair, clean the stains immediately.

Wrapping up

A change in your hair color can sometimes be so therapeutic, so go for it if you feel it’s time for a fresh start. Do what makes you happy without worrying much about stains!!!!

Try the methods and let us know which ones worked for you?

Happy cleaning!