Does your car have micro-scratches? 5 homemade techniques to bring the bodywork back to life without going through the garage

An unexpected shopping trolley hit, rubbing against a pillar or simple bad luck in a car park: these small accidents inevitably leave their mark on the paintwork. However, before making an appointment with a bodyshop and allocating a repair budget, you should know that there are economical, quick and handy solutions. Some superficial scratches can be reduced, or even completely erased, without professional equipment.

Discover 5 simple and natural tips, to be adapted according to the depth of the scratches on your bodywork.

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Cigarette ash: an amazing solution for micro-scratches
It may seem incongruous, but cigarette ash, thanks to its slightly abrasive texture, is able to fade micro-scratches visible on the surface. Here's how to do it: Dampen a clean sponge, dab it in cold, fine ash, and then apply it to the scratch in small circular motions. Finish by wiping with a soft cloth. Warning: this trick only works for very light and shallow scratches. Avoid using it on metallic paint without first testing on an inconspicuous area.