How to Restore Headlight Clarity in Minutes: A Simple Trick for Brighter Light Without Chemicals
An easy life hack to remove yellowing and make your headlights shine brighter.

Dull, yellowed headlights are a common headache for many drivers. Over time, the plastic lenses cloud up, and even frequent car washes can’t fully fix the problem. Scattered light reduces nighttime visibility — but fortunately, there’s a quick and effective solution that requires nothing more than a lemon and some baking soda.
Auto30.com shared a simple way to bring clarity back to foggy headlights using these two everyday items.
Experts explain that washing headlights with soap and water doesn’t remove yellowing, since the haze is caused by plastic aging and the formation of an oxidized film on the surface. To restore transparency, you can try this easy DIY method.
What you’ll need:
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Half a lemon
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Baking soda
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A soft towel
How to do it:
Cut the lemon in half, sprinkle the cut side generously with baking soda, and rub it over the headlight in circular motions. The reaction between citric acid and baking soda creates a fizzing effect that helps lift oxidation and remove the yellow tint from the plastic.
Rinse the residue off with water and dry the surface with a soft towel. Repeat the process on the other headlight — and in just a few minutes, both will look clear and bright again.
This method is not only quick and effective but also safe for plastic lenses and doesn’t require any special products or harsh chemicals.
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