How to fix scratches on the phone screen? A simple and effective tip

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We’ve all been there: the phone lying around in a bag or pocket with the keys, and presto, scratches appear. Not big enough to replace the screen, but visible enough that you only have eyes for them. What if the solution cost next to nothing? Here is a very simple, effective and 100% homemade trick to give your smartphone screen a second youth.

Why toothpaste for your phone?

It may seem surprising, but toothpaste has a property that interests us here: it polishes. This is what it does with our teeth. And this ability to smooth surfaces can also fade, or even erase, small superficial scratches on your phone’s screen.

Be careful, however: this method only works on micro-scratches. If your screen is cracked, broken, or has deep damage, only a professional will be able to fix it. But for the little snags of everyday life, the result can be really satisfying.

What you need (and probably already have)

Before you begin, prepare:

  • A tube of basic white toothpaste (neither gel nor with microbeads),
  • One or two cotton swabs,
  • A soft, slightly damp cloth,
  • And of course, your phone!

The steps, step by step

  1. Clean your phone’s screen thoroughly with a soft cloth to remove any dust or dirt. This prevents scratches from being aggravated.
  2. Apply a small dab of white toothpaste to a cotton swab.
  3. Using very gentle circular motions, rub the toothpaste on the scratch for a few seconds. Go light-hearted: the goal is to polish, not to force.
  4. Leave on for a minute, then gently wipe off the toothpaste residue with your slightly damp cloth.
  5. See the result! If the scratch is superficial, it will probably have disappeared or will be significantly reduced.

Our little bonus tips

  • If the scratch is still visible after the first attempt, you can repeat the process a second time. But avoid doing it more than once: rubbing excessively can dull the screen.
  • Remember to remove your case or any protective film before starting, and wait until everything is dry before putting them back on.
  • Never test this trick on a very damaged screen, if the touch stops working, or if your device is still under warranty – it could void it.

This trick won’t fix a broken screen, but for small everyday imperfections, it can be useful. It goes to show that, sometimes, the simplest solutions are also the most practical!

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