Unlike other solvent based ink removing spotters that require tons of agitation and dirty up a ton of blotting towels, Lift-INK Carpet Spotter is an emulsifying ink, dye, and marker remover. With most inks, you simply apply the solution, agitate lightly with your spotting spatula, allow to dwell for 2 to 3 minutes, and extract with water. Lift-INK is a faster, easier, and better product for removing a wide variety of ink, dye, and marker spots. Its pleasant scent with no strong solvent odor makes it easier to use in homes and businesses. Lift-INK is multi-purpose solvent formulated for use on carpet and fabric that is designed to remove ballpoint pen, stamp pad , duplicating, marking, writing, felt tip and colored art inks. It also works effectively on latex, spray, and other types of paints. It can also be used to remove shoe polish, cosmetics and adhesives. It has been specially formulated to be in compliance with the latest voc emission regulations. Lift-INK is both water soluble and solvent soluble. Most often stains can be removed by applying water and extracting. Unlike other non-volatile spotters, Lift-INK will rinse free from the fabric with water. This means no re-soiling problems.