Chemical Guys Headlight Restore and Protect - Cleans, Restores Clarity, and Protects Headlights from Future Fading, Safe for Trucks, SUVs, Motorcycles, RVs & More - 16 oz

Product made my headlights look new and crystal clear in seconds. My lights were maybe 35% clouded. Rubbed a few drops vigorously over about a 10” square area until the product turned clear and started to dry took a second cloth and buffed lightly to remove excess. I have a dodge with large headlights so I repeated the process 3 times to get the whole light. Change the portion of your rubbing applicator cloth each time because it will become clogged with the removed damaged layer of plastic. I recommend masking the surrounding surfaces to prevent any possible damage from any over wiping or drops even though the whole process is simple and was very clean. I was very pleased with the excellent results and could do this to another five vehicles or more with what is left in the bottle , which makes the price of purchase well worth spending. Definitely a permanent addition to my detailing chemical supply list.

I recently tried out Chemical Guys GAP11516 Headlight Restore and Protect, and I must say, I am thoroughly impressed with the results. This product truly lives up to its claims and has exceeded my expectations in every way. First and foremost, the professional-grade restoration provided by this headlight restorer is nothing short of remarkable. With just a simple application, the advanced formula effectively removes the faded, hazy appearance of my headlights, revealing the pristine plastic beneath. The difference in clarity is astonishing – my headlights now shine with the brightness and clarity of brand new ones. What sets Chemical Guys Headlight Restore and Protect apart is its all-weather protection feature. It's not just a cleaner; it's also a protector. After restoring clarity, it seals the surface, safeguarding against harmful elements that cause yellowing and oxidation. This ensures that my headlights stay clear and vibrant for longer, even in harsh weather conditions. Perhaps the best part about this product is its cost-effectiveness. Instead of shelling out money for expensive replacements, a simple DIY with Headlight Restore and Protect rejuvenates and maintains my headlights, saving me both time and money in the long run. But the benefits don't stop there – safety is also a top priority with this product. Improved visibility means safer driving, especially at night or in adverse weather conditions. Regular use of Chemical Guys Headlight Restore and Protect ensures that my headlights remain clear, enhancing my night vision and overall road safety. And let's not forget the ease of use – applying this product was a breeze, even for someone like me who is not particularly skilled in car maintenance. Plus, I've been using it for several weeks now, and I'm thrilled to report that my headlights have held up beautifully without any signs of yellowing or deterioration. In conclusion, if you're looking for a reliable and effective solution to restore and protect your headlights, look no further than Chemical Guys GAP11516 Headlight Restore and Protect. With its professional-grade results, all-weather protection, cost-effectiveness, and ease of use, it's no wonder Chemical Guys is the go-to brand in car care. Trust me – you won't be disappointed!

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I've been using this product for a while, but have never written a review. This product does work, and in the world of "Polishes" and trying to figure out which grade or grit you need, this is nice cause it's just the right grit rating to do a complete job relatively easily. To Start: PREP0: Open the hood of our car or truck, that ensures you get the best access to the headlight lens, including the top. PREP1:Obviously make sure the lens is clean, which you can do just using window cleaner or after you washed the car or took to the car wash. PREP2: You want to remove the first line of "Haze" here's a trick, use WD40 or Ballistol.. Simply spray it onto a microfiber cloth and wipe down, you'll notice it takes off a layer, but not ENOUGH to make the lens clear, but it DOES help and sort of "Pre lubes" the surface a bit. ---Note -- IF the lenses are severely oxidized, like it's very rough and pitted to the touch, and almost completely faded out, you may need to do a wetsand prep using something like a 3000/5000/7000 grit sandpaper, THEN start the Chemical Guys' polishing routine with this product. This product won't remove that harsh first layer of oxidation, or it will take forever, as it's a very medium to medium fine polish. If you have to wetsand first, use a spray bottle of distilled water, wet the lens thoroughly, then first go with 3000 and work up to 5000 and maybe 7000, constantly lubing with water and wiping off the excess with a clean towel. After you go through the 3 stages then apply this Chemical Guys' polish routine. But, for most people they won't have to do this. But if you have to do this, prep3 is critical below: Masking. PREP3: TAPE: It's best to get some blue or green painters type masking tape and tape off the light from the painted areas of the car. Don't over think it, it's not like you're painting anything, you just want to mask off the painted areas from the headlight to keep the bonnet from bumping the paint. And from the material getting into areas you don't want to.. PREP4: HAND POLISH: If you're using a foam bonnet or a microfiber bonnet (or a towel) this will take longer, but you have more control of the "product" and it doesn't fling off. Simply put some on your foam bonnet and polish it in. Keep working it, and sometimes you can have a spray bottle of water to lubricate it a bit, and continue to work it in. Wipe it off, try a second coat doing the same procedure. Remove the tape, Let it DRY, then use a clean cotton cloth to remove the excess.. Cotton will not create the static like Microfiber does and it won't remove any protect layers of the product, leaving it treated, as this Chemical Guys' headlight restorer does have a UV protectant in it. If you don't have a cotton cloth, that's okay, just don't press too hard, just lightly buff it and remove the haze.. Voila.. Clear. PREP4A: MACHINE POLISHER. If you're using a rotary polisher, whether it's a large bonnet type designed to polish, or a smaller one, like a special tool that holds a 3" flat bonnet, or a smaller bonnet (Like the ones you use on Drills, the round type) you have to be a little more careful applying the product as it'll fling off and make sort of a mess. So you put it on the flat or round bonnet, spread it around on the bonnet and the lens and SLOWLY work it in, don't go full blast or you could possibly burn the plastic or the paint surrounding the headlight.. So you want to be careful not to hit the painted areas. HENCE the masking. Work it in slowly, and then gradually increase the speed.. You don't have to press real hard, as that just makes the bonnet lose control a bit.. Just a nice light pressure and allow the rotary device to do the work. Also, you can rest assured your polishing bonnet has probably absorbed some of the material, especially by the time you get to the 2nd headlight. That being said, you can continue to polish a bit without having to apply more product. This product seems to not dry too quickly and has a slight oily texture to it so you can work it in looking as though you don't always have to have a fresh "Haze" of the product on the light lens.. Again, if the bonnet is fairly saturated with product you should be good. Again, like above, you can also spray some water on it and continue you on that way as well. Be sure to avoid hitting the painted masked areas as much as possible, bumping them slightly won't really hurt it, but when you're increasing the speed just be sure to avoid them, you don't want to "burn" the paint. Remove the tape, let the product dry to a haze, and slightly wipe clean with a cotton or microfiber towel. Tip: I buy high quality paint brushes, like 2", 3" wide, the stubby kinds, which are great for after a procedure like this to wipe around the light lenses, to get any chalked product out. If you have an air compressor that's a bonus too. Just use the brush around the edges, then hit it with an air compressor.. Should look great. Like these: https://www.amazon.com/Wooster-Brush-Q3211-2-Shortcut-Paintbrush/dp/B099KL78FB/ref=sr_1_6?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.SUZ3kYDsniTGpWjAgfwOX1LQJ_Yq8wMpc0b83Zaw7faaGpmqa2xEHA1lQlXw8WCpNNesowQGa4tnPmKzSFUxH4WeQ-PxOS2JiXDG5OTNhlJEeCY26NFkoXBmclsJqhfi_V40EU8qRkS1Ma1pG7dJj_YrBToUPaKAtvF_K_rStd0c9Nw1bx6ZzDcodmc5RYwWr35jsUugVCnPN4B1GPu0DDxfKqTf9zxIzakWAGvtjGiZbORcA_bS276zEYyIe-AowBrSuZC0KrZ29lePdIzQagGLolWCuvOC7LTBLINBWe4.wRl7tSfIBoecdoW846dL8XItJGA-99c2tpA8mgHC09c&dib_tag=se&keywords=stubby+paint+brushes&qid=1733415295&sr=8-6

You never know which car you're going to keep... I used to get a new car every 12 - 24 months simply because they'd hold their value so well I could easily trade in with little or no hassle. Then I grew up and ended up keeping the car I didn't expect-- the one with the big engine, but not the leather and not the Bose radio... but I kept it and paid it off and it's been reliable. And then come the hazing headlights... It's the first car I had hazing headlights and I've been through SEVERAL products in the last couple years... most of the products had some level of effectiveness but yellowed or hazed over again within a year... especially the ones that had a crystal clear coat to spray on at the end-- which made them look most like new-- but lasted the least long. That's where this great product comes in. Again, I've used Meguiar's Plasti-X, several specific products intended to fine grit sand and polish and clear coat.... and what I had on there was a clean coat with a Meguiar's clear coat. It had yellowed after a year. I didn't expect this product-- which is more like a Plasti-X than a grit kit with a sander for your drill-- to work-- but IT DID. Unbelievable. It was like a chemical peel for what I had put on previously and the sanding job underneath was perfect. I was able to get away with minimal work investment, maximum results-- even with a yellowed coat of overspray from my last attempt. I am more pleased with this outcome than I was with what I ended up with a year or two ago. While the product itself seems very similar in texture, smell and application to Plasti-X, the effectiveness seemed much higher. I was able to use the product on all four corners and was able to get the bright, clean, squeaky result. I am new to Chemical Guys products within the last year and I now have several and I have been nothing but completely pleased by them.... except that one metal polish product that arrived unsealed and looking like a cake baking disaster in the box... but I'll forgive that one and blame... bad packaging. Fully recommended.

I used a different brand before, one of those which come with a set of polishing disks, a polishing solution, and you use a drill to gradually get rid of surface roughness. That one worked very well but it was quite of a chore. The idea of this one was attractive. Indeed, it works very clean to get rid of initial haze. However, it seems to be unable to reach a perfect clarity of headlights, and the effect of surface refurbishing fades away in 4-5 months. In a way, it is a quick and easy fix which takes you half way to full clarity of the headlights and does not last long. I am going to order a more reliable and proven replacement rather than using what I have left in the bottle of this one (which is almost the full bottle...).

Chemical guys is a great company! I just found them though all of their products have done better than most others! The complete package with all the right tools to do it fast and expertly. Great value

This product really works! It cleared up my foggy headlights fast and made them look brand new with a clear, glossy finish. The instructions were simple and easy to follow. It applies smoothly, adheres well, and leaves a durable, scratch-resistant layer. Great functionality and excellent value for the money!