There are plenty of tips and tricks for how to fix or conceal sunglass lens scratches — from massaging them with toothpaste or baking soda to simply waxing them. But how well these fixes actually work depends on the type of lenses and their coating.

There are several ways to remove scratches from sunglasses, including using toothpaste, baking soda, or an oily substance to buff or fill in scratches.

People who wear eyeglasses and sunglasses swear by using a baking soda paste to repair their scratched lenses. Rub a thick paste of water and baking soda into the lenses in a circular motion after cleaning them with a microfiber cloth. This method does not require vigorous rubbing but a gentle touch.

Metal, brass, and silver polish can all be effective in getting scratches out of glasses. Using a cotton ball or a soft cotton cloth, rub a small amount of polish on the lenses for a few minutes. Then rub the polish off with a clean cotton cloth.