“Blot the stain with rubbing alcohol or hand sanitizer, then dab with white vinegar,” Barriger says, noting that wet stains ...

Read more: 15 Laundry Hacks That Will Leave Your Clothes Smelling Fresh ... If the color appears onto the towel, the silk may be ruined if you try to remove the stain yourself.

But this textile is known to be two-faced: while beautiful, it's also difficult to remove stains from. That alone has made it persona non grata for many. Thanks to the delicate nature of silk's ...