I've tried the shaving cream trick too, and yeah, same issue—felt like I was looking through a foggy windshield all day. Dish soap's been my go-to ever since, but I wonder if certain brands or types of soap make a difference? I remember once using some random eco-friendly stuff at a client's place, and it left streaks everywhere...maybe it's about additives or something? Curious if anyone's noticed differences between brands.
Had the same issue with eco-friendly soap once—felt like I was staring through a greasy diner window all afternoon. Regular Dawn seems to work best for me, maybe it's the grease-cutting magic or something...who knows?
I went through something similar when I switched to a more natural lens cleaner. Thought I was doing the right thing environmentally, but ended up with smudges that just wouldn't quit...felt like I was peering through foggy glass all day. Eventually, I realized that certain coatings on lenses—especially anti-glare or blue-light filters—can react poorly with some eco-friendly products. Regular dish soap (like Dawn, as you mentioned) tends to have surfactants specifically designed to break down oils and grease effectively without leaving residues behind. It's not just marketing hype; there's actual chemistry behind it. Sometimes, the simplest solution really is best, even if it doesn't tick every eco-friendly box.
"Sometimes, the simplest solution really is best, even if it doesn't tick every eco-friendly box."
Couldn't agree more. I've found with DIY projects that going back to basics—like good ol' dish soap—often saves headaches later. Glad you figured it out without too much trouble...foggy lenses are no joke.
