How to Seal Your Headlights (Without Overpaying for Chemical Guys)
If you’ve seen the Chemical Guys blog on sealing headlights, you might be wondering: Do I really need their full kit, or is there a better way?
The truth is—you can get the same results (or better) without all the unnecessary upsells, complicated steps, or inflated price tags.
Here’s how to do it the right way, using a smarter, simpler process that works on any car—from daily drivers to weekend show cars.
🧼 Step 1: Clean & Prep the Headlights
Before sealing, you need a clean, contaminant-free surface.
- The Super Soaper – Pre-soak to loosen dirt
- Complete Cabin Cleaner – Safe for plastics, won’t streak
- Everyday Microfiber Towel – No lint, no scratches
Pro Tip: If your headlights are heavily oxidized or cloudy, polish them first with Picture Perfect Polish.
🛡 Step 2: Apply Protection
You don’t need a “headlight-only” coating. What matters is UV protection and water repellency.
Tough As Shell Ceramic Spray bonds to plastic just as well as paint. Spray on the headlight, wipe evenly with a microfiber, and buff dry.
💡 Why Skip the Chemical Guys Kit?
- It’s often just a relabeled sealant
- You’re paying a premium for branding
- They don’t tell you ceramic sprays like Tough As Shell work just as well
👇 Recommended Products
- The Super Soaper
- Complete Cabin Cleaner
- Picture Perfect Polish
- Tough As Shell Ceramic Spray
- Softer Than Soft Microfiber Towel
- Amazon Option – Jimbo’s Amazon Store
✅ Final Thoughts
Sealing your headlights doesn’t require a fancy "headlight kit." Just a clean surface, a polish if needed, and Tough As Shell for protection. Same idea—better value.
