We all have that favorite piece of clothing, and we're all familiar with the sinking feeling when we spill something on it. But now, new reports have revealed a simple way to remove pesky stains. ACS ...

Forget harsh bleach—scientists have discovered that powerful blue LED light can erase yellow stains from sweat, food, and oils without harming delicate fabrics like silk. By harnessing oxygen in the ...

It may not be great on the eyes, but it could be a new way to take care of those pit stains. By Andrew Paul Published Sep 3, 2025 10:00 AM EDT Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 Breakthroughs, ...

Not to sound like a TV commercial or anything, but … how often have you had to throw out white shirts because of unsightly yellow underarm stains? Well, those stains may not be a problem any longer, ...

Sweat and food stains can ruin your favorite clothes. But bleaching agents such as hydrogen peroxide or dry-cleaning solvents that remove stains aren’t options for all fabrics, especially delicate ...

Researchers hope the technique could offer a more environmentally friendly approach to cleaning up messy clothing. By Jacey Fortin A crisp white shirt can be a dangerous thing. It seems to invite a ...