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The Short Version

Why Headlights Turn Yellow

Modern headlight lenses aren’t glass – they’re polycarbonate, and they leave the factory with a thin UV-protective coating on the outside. That coating is what wears out. Sun, road grit, and washer chemicals break it down over a few years, and once it’s gone the plastic underneath starts to oxidise.

That haze is the outer surface of the lens itself breaking down. It isn’t dirt and it isn’t inside the housing, which is why washing never touches it.

Restoration takes the oxidised layer off and polishes the lens back to clarity, then seals it so it doesn’t immediately start over.

What Restoration Fixes

  • Yellowed, cloudy, or hazy lenses
  • Oxidation on the outer lens surface
  • Light surface scratching and pitting
  • Dim, scattered light output at night

What It Won’t Fix

  • Moisture sealed inside the housing
  • Cracked lenses or broken mounting tabs
  • Failed bulbs, wiring, or ballasts
Headlight lens before restoration, yellowed and cloudy
The same headlight after restoration, polished back to full clarity
Before After
Real Job

Same lens. Same light.

Drag the handle across the photo – or just tap where you want the line. You can still see the masking tape from the restoration on the paint in the before shot.

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How It Works

Polish, renew, protect.

Polishing and renewing finish on each headlight. This process gives higher clarity to the headlights and makes driving at night safer. And to preserve the longevity of the headlight, we finish this process with an 8-Year Ceramic Coating.

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Main Beams

Your primary headlight lenses, polished and restored to clarity.

  • Removes oxidation & yellowing
  • Polishes lens back to clarity
  • Finished with 8-Year Ceramic Coating
  • Improves nighttime visibility & safety
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Only need one lens restored? A Single Headlight Restoration is available as an add-on for $60 – see the full add-on list.
Restored headlight on a white Lexus, lens polished clear

Frequently asked questions.

How long does the restoration last?
Usually a headlight restoration lasts 2–4 years, however this is heavily dependent on how much sun exposure your headlights endure. So if it can be parked in the shade, or garage kept, UV damage takes much longer to reappear.
Will it work on badly yellowed or hazed lenses?
In most cases, yes. As long as there is no cracking, headlights are usually not faded beyond restoration.
Can you do just one headlight?
Absolutely! Often times when one headlight starts to fade faster, it’s due to sun exposure on one side of your car. Check out our add-ons for a Single Headlight Restoration.
How long does it take?
Usually a full headlight restoration takes 1–2 hours. In some cases it can be a little less or more, but 95% of restoration jobs fall into that range.
Can you fix moisture or condensation inside the housing?
No. Unfortunately if you are seeing moisture buildup on the inside of your lens, this is due to the seal failing — and although you can replace the seal, it’s usually a safer bet to just get a new headlight at that point.
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