iAuto DIY: Project 1 Headlight Restoration Master Guide

Tired of yellow, hazy headlights that make your car look old and worn out?

This step-by-step master guide shows you exactly how to restore your headlights back to a clear, like-new finish — even if you’ve never done it before.

Inside this guide, you’ll learn:

• The real reason headlights turn yellow and cloudy

• The exact sanding process (with correct grit progression)

• How to properly use compound and polish for a crystal-clear finish

• The difference between ceramic coating and 2K clear coat (and which one to use)

• A complete tools & materials breakdown (budget and professional setups)

• A full step-by-step restoration process you can follow confidently

• BONUS: Headlight tinting basics (tools, technique, and tips)

This isn’t a quick “wipe-on” fix — this is a real restoration method that removes oxidation, restores clarity, and protects your headlights so the results last.

Whether you’re trying to improve your car’s appearance or save money by doing it yourself, this guide gives you everything you need to get professional-level results at home.

If you can follow simple steps, you can restore your headlights.

Start your first restoration today.