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you sure that wasn't a MLP with Original Pony Smell you just destroyed??? cuz G1 MLP have a sweet plastic smell to them even when there is no fragrances included with them.also some of the G1s came with cosmetics, so that's permanently in that plastic.UV light ruins ponies, don't put them in it!!! basically.... if you are THAT sensitive, collecting the actual physical toys might not be the best idea... there are a lot of cross -containment issues. what if the previous owner kept all their 80's toys in a bin, are you going to chop their original hair off too? Because that just.... ruined the value of that pony. I don't think this is a good solution for your collecting, G1 ponies are very finite in quantity as it is.
Quote from: lovesbabysquirmy on December 05, 2021, 06:53:33 AMyou sure that wasn't a MLP with Original Pony Smell you just destroyed??? cuz G1 MLP have a sweet plastic smell to them even when there is no fragrances included with them.also some of the G1s came with cosmetics, so that's permanently in that plastic.UV light ruins ponies, don't put them in it!!! basically.... if you are THAT sensitive, collecting the actual physical toys might not be the best idea... there are a lot of cross -containment issues. what if the previous owner kept all their 80's toys in a bin, are you going to chop their original hair off too? Because that just.... ruined the value of that pony. I don't think this is a good solution for your collecting, G1 ponies are very finite in quantity as it is.I was honestly cringing the whole time I read their post. Even I, and I'm very much pro customization, wouldn't ever think to chop good hair off a G1.If you are ready sensitive to scents but want ponies in the G1 style maybe start with Basic Fun ponies. I don't think they are scented other than a few waves that clearly mentioned it on the box.
I've always had luck removing smells by putting them into freezing temperatures. I've removed cigarette stink by wrapping them in paper towel with vinegar, putting them in a plastic bag, and leaving them in a shaded, protected area in the winter. A freezer will also suffice...it's likely not the most healthy thing for her plastic but it is a bit better than exposing to UV, which I am not sure will do much for the smell. It is a shame her mane and tail ended up chopped.
Have you tried storing her in a shoebox bin of kitty litter? I would have thought some unscented dish soap would have de-scented the mane and tail enough that you could've kept them.I don't think a uv light is going to help since a big factor of people suggesting the outdoors is more for the fresh air than the sunlight tbh.So dousing her with uv rays is probably only going to succeed in aging her plastic prematurely.
Her collectors value probably already tanked before my ownership, so I dont see how me keeping that original botched hair & botched tail would retain any value
QuoteHer collectors value probably already tanked before my ownership, so I dont see how me keeping that original botched hair & botched tail would retain any valueYou'd be surprised. A lot of people prefer original as can be, haircuts, marks and all. Buying TLC ponies to fix up and sell is a finicky business. You probably won't be properly compensated for time and supplies because charging too much for a restore just makes people turn around and find an original, even if it's not in perfect condition. The more common the pony, the more likely this is the case. When you get into more sought after ponies, then you run into devaluing it if you fix it. So it's a tricky market to sell to. Most people would agree that fixing up a pony should be the buyer's decision. I don't want to discourage you from doing it though Just being realistic. If you want to practice restoring and rehairing, do so on common ponies and don't expect to make much off them. Do it because you want to and it's fun
I haven't had any issues with pony smells yet, but I have heard kitty litter works wonders, so I'm seconding TwistedRiver's suggestion. Also, if you're interested in restoring ponies anyways and not really into maintaining their value, why not just get ones that are already in baity condition (moreso than a slight haircut), especially for the more uncommon ponies?
I’m ok with some scents, but cheap floral perfume smells makes me sick. I got a Perfume Puff as a kid, and the second I opened the box, I knew I was in trouble. I could barely be in the same room as it for more than a minute.It was still a pony, and I’m not about to throw one out, even if it stinks, so I had to figure something out. I was able to successfully completely de-scent a fresh from the box Perfume Puff(which are incredibly strongly scented). You’ve got the right idea, but you’re aiming for a quick fix. There is no quick fix. To get any scent out of a pony takes time. Lots of it. There are probably lots of ways to do this, but this is my method:Get yourself a plastic bin with a lid (or a piece of Tupperware) that fits the pony with some room to spare, but not too much. Buy a 5 pound bag of baking soda(they have it on amazon). Put the pony in the bin and fill the bin with the baking soda until the pony is covered. If the pony’s head is removable, you can put some carbon packets(available online) inside and put the head back on. I’d avoid stuffing it with the baking soda - you might not be able to get it all out. Put the bin somewhere that it can sit undisturbed for months . Every now and then turn the pony and give the bin a shake to refresh the baking soda. Once a month or so(or whenever you remember) pull the pony out, wash it off(I also febreeze the ponies and fully wash them during this time), let it dry completely, and let it really air out for a few days. I like to use a fan or put it by an open window to keep the air circulating around it. Give it a sniff after a few days. If it still has a whiff, change out the baking soda, and repeat the process. This is not a few days type process. You’re looking at a few months, sometimes more. And if you have to put the pony in some kind of enclosed storage, tuck some carbon packets in with it to keep any lingering scent at bay. This method also works with mildew and cigarette stench. You can also do this with accessories and ponywear, but I wrap anything cloth or paper in tissue paper so the baking soda doesn’t ruin it. I also skip the washing step for cloth or paper items.