How to Iron Without an Iron: 7 Ways to Remove Wrinkles

When it comes to wrinkle removal, laundry detergent brands are seriously upping their game. Downy Wrinkle Releaser is our go-to in a pinch. And our fave travel-sized option? Crease Release from the Laundress. Spritz the problem areas, then hang dry.

Hair straighteners—not just for frizz removal. Use your flatiron to quickly press your shirt collar or remove small wrinkles in your blouse. Just be sure to wipe off any product buildup on the plates first and be mindful of temperature settings (cotton = high heat; silk = low heat).

No iron? No problem. You can usually zap clothing wrinkles away with concentrated bursts of hot air. Just hold your hair dryer about two inches back from the garment to avoid scorching the fabric.

This iron-free method works best for tiny wrinkles. Boil water, then before you savor that morning cup of English Breakfast, hold the spout of the steaming kettle 12 inches from any wrinkled problem areas on clothing. You’ll get concentrated steam minus the foggy bathroom mirror.

This one may seem odd, but it works. Throw a wrinkled shirt in the dryer with a couple of ice cubes and run on high heat for a few minutes. The ice will melt and create de-wrinkling steam.

Lay your wrinkled item on a flat surface, smooth wrinkled spots, then roll it up tightly like you would a burrito. Next, place the garment under a mattress for 15 to 30 minutes. Think of it as literally pressing your clothes.

This trick for nixing creases without an iron is key for when you’re traveling and don’t have access to your usual household supplies. Close the windows and doors in your bathroom and hang wrinkled clothes from the shower rod. Then go about your normal bathroom routine—shower, shave your legs, work on your Taylor Swift impression. Fifteen minutes later, wrinkle-free clothes, y’all.