How to Remove Ink from an American Girl Doll's Face

Removing Ink from an American Girl Doll's Face

It's a terrible feeling when you discover ink on an American Girl Doll's face. The good news is that it's possible to remove it if you follow a few simple steps. Here's what to do.

1. Gather your supplies.

You'll need some rubbing alcohol or white vinegar, a soft cloth, a Q-tip, and some dish soap. If you're using rubbing alcohol, you'll need to dilute it with equal parts water.

2. Rub the stain gently.

Using a soft cloth, apply the rubbing alcohol or white vinegar to the stain and gently rub it with your fingers.

3. Use the Q-tip.

If the stain is still visible, dampen a Q-tip with the rubbing alcohol and blot the stain with the Q-tip. If the stain is stubborn, add a few drops of dish soap to the cloth before continuing to rub the stain.

4. Rinse with warm water.

Once the stain is removed, rinse the area with warm water and blot with a dry cloth. Allow the doll to air dry completely before placing it back into its box.

How to Remove Ink from an American Girl Doll's Face

Ink or other stains on an American Girl doll’s face can be frustrating and distracting, but you can take a few steps to successfully remove it. With the right materials, you can thoroughly clean the doll’s face and restore its original look.

Steps

1. Gather materials - Before starting, gather a soft cloth, some rubbing alcohol, warm water, and liquid detergent.
2. Wet the cloth - Dip the soft cloth into warm water and wring it out.
3. Clean the doll’s face - Rub the damp cloth all over the doll’s face to remove any dirt, dust, or loose ink.
4. Dampen cloth with alcohol - Add a few drops of rubbing alcohol to the cloth and rub it over the stains.
5. Create soap mixture - Dilute a small amount of liquid detergent with some warm water in a cup. This will be used as a spot cleaner.
6. Apply soap mixture to stains - Using a small cotton swab, apply the diluted detergent to the stained portions of the doll’s face. Leave the detergent to sit for a few minutes.
7. Rinse the doll’s face - Carefully rinse the doll’s face with warm water until all soap residue is removed.
8. Dry the doll’s face - Pat the doll’s face dry with a soft cloth.