These products are abrasive. Using a fine grit, they buff out imperfections. Coupled with the lightest touch, they can totally change the appearance of a clear coat layer on your paintwork. Initially the area goes more dull, but don’t panic. Keep plugging away and the smooth shine will soon be restored. Like treating ageing facial skin, you wouldn’t expect a high-street store’s best moisturiser to do the same job, or produce the same results, as an injectable deeper dermal filler. How do I fix deep scratches on my car?Step 3: Rub the T-Cut over the scratch with a steady and firm hand, ensuring you move the cloth in a circular motion. Do not be alarmed if your clothes change colour, as it is only due to the top layer of paint coming off. The car scratch remover is applied with a microfibre cloth following the manufacturer's instructions. Of course, no matter how it may not be ideal for deeper scratches, T-Cut is great for that top layer. To apply T-Cut, it is a very simple process. Grab a clean cloth or pad We used a fresh microfibre cloth for each of the car scratch removers we tested. Some kits come with a foam applicator pad or you can buy these yourself separately. While not essential, they do make application easier. Yes, T-Cut can be used to improve headlight clarity and light visibility by removing haziness from clear, plastic headlights. It can also be used on window and plastic glass to improve clarity and add shine. To do so though, ensure you buy the right version of T-Cut. Coloured versions will not help with restoring headlights, for obvious reasons. Can it remove excess lacquer?