How to Remove UV Ink

Written By
Samantha Volz
Samantha Volz
Published: May 25, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
2 minute read

Things You Will Need

  • Water
  • Soap
  • Laundry detergent
  • Rags or towels

The ink dries to a solid consistency that is reminiscent of plastic. This ink is durable, but because it does not dry immediately it easily spreads to a variety of surfaces by touch. Getting this ink off of skin, clothing and tools is vital to prevent the spread to areas such as food and drink.

  1. Wash your skin thoroughly by repeated rinsing with warm or hot water. Use hand soap or another skin-cleaning product to help remove the ink from your skin.

  2. Wash immediately if the ink gets into the eyes, mouth or other sensitive areas. Flush the area with cold water for at least 15 minutes; use soap if possible, but never put soap in eyes or mouth. Consult a doctor if irritation, pain or physical damage occurs.

  3. Wash affected clothing in hot water and laundry detergent. Wash these garments alone to avoid contamination of other garments from the ink. Do not use bleach or other chemicals.

  4. Wipe up spills immediately with clean rags or paper towels. Wash the surface thoroughly in hot water and soap to remove residual ink; rinse with clean water to remove suds before setting anything on the surface.

  5. Clean all tools and equipment with hot water and dish detergent or hand soap. Rinse thoroughly in hot water to remove residual soap or ink.

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Samantha Volz

Samantha Volz has been involved in journalistic and informative writing for over eight years. She holds a bachelor's degree in English literature from Lycoming College, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, with a minor in European history. In…

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