Locks in color to reduce bleeding, fading and even enhance the color of your fabric
Perfect for dye projects and commercially dyed fabrics
Use immediately after a tie-dye or dip-dye project to prevent dye from bleeding into white areas
Works best on cotton, linen, rayon, ramie or fabric blends that contain these fibers
Description
We want your dye projects to stand the test of time. That's why we created Rit ColorStay Dye Fixative, an easy-to-use solution designed to lock in color, keeping your fabrics looking their best and brightest for the long run. It reduces bleeding, fading and even enhances the color of your project. Works best on cotton, linen, rayon, ramie or fabric blends that contain these fibers. Use after dyeing to lock in color. Or use it immediately after a tie-dye or dip-dye project to prevent dye from bleeding into white areas. It is even effective on commercially dyed fabrics. Whatever your purpose, Rit ColorStay Dye Fixative assures you will get lasting color for the long run.
Features: Low-Odor, Permanent, Non-Toxic
Product Form: Liquid
Package Quantity: 1
Recommended Surface Application: Textiles
TCIN: 75573472
UPC: 885967887204
Item Number (DPCI): 081-22-0878
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 5.55 inches length x 2.4 inches width x 2.24 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.62 pounds
Return details
This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, delivered to the guest, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or picked up by the guest.
Q: Can you use to help acrylic paint adhere to leather?
What's the best way to apply?
submitted by MD - 17 days ago
A: This product is not intended for acrylic paint. Only for fabric dye.
submitted byRit Dye - 16 days ago
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Q: Can you use this in a high efficiency washing machine?
submitted by JC - 4 months ago
A: Yes you can. Although for best results, we do recommend hand dyeing in a bucket or stainless steel sink.
submitted byRit Dye - 4 months ago
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Q: Will this work to dye synthetic hair
submitted by Den - 5 months ago
A: This product will not. But Rit's DyeMore Synthetic Fiber Dye will.
submitted byRit Dye - 5 months ago
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Q: Will this product set the dye on my dark wash jeans so they won't rub off on couch, clothing, shoes
submitted by Ssskilton - 9 months ago
A: Yes, it will help with locking in color. It reduces bleeding, fading and even enhances the color of your project. However, even without using this product, Rit will not rub off on surfaces.
submitted byRit Dye - 9 months ago
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Q: Wet damp or dry fabric?
submitted by Hopeful4Change - 11 months ago
A: We recommend using this on damp fabric.
submitted byRit Dye - 11 months ago
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Q: Will this work on batik fabrics?
submitted by JanetWesterville - 2 years ago
A: Yes, it will.
submitted byRit Dye - 2 years ago
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Q: Is this white color?
submitted by KT - 2 years ago
A: It is actually not a color. It is actually a product we suggest you use after dyeing to enhance color retention and prevent bleeding.
submitted byRit Dye - 2 years ago
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Q: What are the ingredients? Are the safe to use at school? How much do you use per pound of fabric?
submitted by Kai - 2 years ago
A: Yes, this product is safe to be used in the school setting. The recommendation is to use ½ a bottle per pound of fabric.
This product is designed to enhance and preserve the vibrancy of colors in fabrics, making it a valuable addition for anyone involved in dyeing projects. Many guests appreciate its effectiveness in keeping colors bright and preventing fading, especially when used correctly. However, some guests experienced issues with color bleeding and uneven results, suggesting that following instructions closely is crucial for optimal outcomes. Overall, it serves as a reliable fixative for various dye applications.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
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4.2 out of 5 stars with 144 reviews
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66% would recommend
15 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
9 August, 2026Verified purchase
I use a lot of this
Use this regularly to keep my dyed clothes from bleeding
m9898
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3 out of 5 stars
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30 June, 2026Verified purchase
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I returned this as I didn’t need! Directions were to complicated & messy
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5 out of 5 stars
3 November, 2025Verified purchase
Good
Work very well keep the color on my clothes
Imani
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3 out of 5 stars
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30 May, 2025Verified purchase
Color stay for fabric
I didn't think overall the dye and color stay products got the color deserved. I used the same color the fabric was and some areas of my fabric did not take the color
Baby onsies
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27 May, 2025Verified purchase
Great product
Works great on bamboo
Ashley
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15 October, 2024Verified purchase
It restores the colors of your clothes
Did you know that you can use this to restore the color of your clothes by adding it directly to the washing machine? I read the instructions and thought, why not? The result surprised and delighted me. Such bright, rich colors.
Pavel
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3 out of 5 stars
11 May, 2024Verified purchase
Not easy as it looks
I had to use the full bottle both same size for color & then this fixture to keep the color. It took more than 10 rinses to stop the color bleeding. Hope it will not bleed color if it rains.
Bibi
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13 November, 2023Verified purchase
Must Have for Tie Dye
I have a hand dyed textile business, and I use all kinds of dye, not just Rit, but something I have to have is this fixative. After a 10 minute soak in a bucket of water mixed with this, the fabric is pretty colorfast. I wash it again after the fixative to get rid of any remaining dye, but it’s so much better than not using this.
KiloDelta
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22 May, 2023Verified purchase
Reliable Brsnd
Reliable brand used for many years.
Tylrcrzy
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27 January, 2023Verified purchase
Worth buying
when you spend time and $ to color an utem it's best to ensure it will retain the color. Great product
Makeup
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1 out of 5 stars
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14 November, 2022Verified purchase
Would probably work on light color dye jobs
I bought this and the black all purpose dye to dye my couch covers. I let them soak in 8 bottles of the dye for an hour and then rinsed in cold water until it ran clear and the covers looked black even soaking wet. Then I put them into this solution mixed in hot water like the directions say and they are now a dark grey. I’m really disappointed in how it turned out after using and will definitely skip this next time.
jennkort
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10 September, 2022Verified purchase
5 Stars
Looooove this product
FixerUpper
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28 March, 2022
works!
worked pretty well. the dye was a little blotchy overall but the dye took well! would use again!
Ire
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1 out of 5 stars
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15 September, 2021
Don't use, doesn't work
Followed the directions on bottle and it made my tie-dyed items run. I would not recommend this product at all.
Laundrymom
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5 out of 5 stars
27 April, 2021Verified purchase
Perfect
This product is perfect for dye projects. Great quality!
alexfromseattle
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1 out of 5 stars
16 January, 2021
Waste of money!
Used this after I dyed some clothes but the clothes came out blotchy after I wore some of the clothes and then washed it!
WdrWmnD
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5 out of 5 stars
18 November, 2020Verified purchase
Must buy
Must use this if you're dying your clothes.
TargetShop
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9 September, 2020
Great
It is the best option when colors start to fade
Sk1216
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5 out of 5 stars
2 September, 2020
Easy to use
Easy to use. Hope it will keep color from fading.
pmcm
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5 out of 5 stars
31 August, 2020
navy stays navy
The navy dye stayed in really good after the first washing so the fixative seems to be working!
