During the colder months drivers have to take all sorts of action, and one thing they may want to turn their attention to is their windscreens. As the frosty weather creeps in, car windows can easily start to fog up because warm, moist air inside the vehicle condenses on the cold glass.
It's a common problem for drivers, but there's a simple way you can stop it, especially in November, when temperatures continue to drop. In fact, something you have in your bathroom cupboard may just be able to help you in a big way.
A hack has been shared by Cam Casey which tells people to put shaving cream on their windscreens. You may not realise it, but it's one of many tricks you can use to avoid condensation in cars.
In the clip, which was reposted, it was explained: "Just take the shaving cream and put it on the rag. Then you take the rag and put it on your windshield.
"[You just] want to keep rubbing it in until it disappears. There you go, your windows will not fog up anymore. This can also be used on the inside of your car."
Little you may know, you can put shaving cream on a car windscreen as a temporary measure to prevent fogging or freezing. However, there are some things you need to know about the trick.
It can be a messy job, and it also isn't a long-lasting method. You also need to be super careful with how much shaving cream you actually apply.
To do it properly, drivers should apply a thin layer of shaving cream to the glass and then wipe it off thoroughly. From here, you can buff to a clean finish with a separate cloth to avoid streaks.
Also, it's important to make sure the area is clean before you apply the product. It works because shaving cream leaves a thin, invisible film on the glass that alters surface tension and helps stop condensation from forming.
The film is often a byproduct of the ingredients in the cream, such as soap, alcohol and glycerin. You may not have realised, but the product is helpful in a number of ways.
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However, there are some considerations you need to make when using the method. To begin, it's a temporary solution for a temporary problem. Drivers need to be aware it's not a total fix and may need to be reapplied.
As well as this, it can also take a lot of time to do. Even though it can clean the glass, it's a messy job and is more time consuming than using dedicated anti-fog products or standard glass cleaners.
You also need to ensure you wipe it off thoroughly to prevent a residue or streaky film from remaining. If not done correctly, it can leave marks, which can hinder your view, and this should be avoided as it's dangerous.
However, if you haven't got an anti-fog product to hand, it's always handy to know the technique can work as well. You just have to follow some vital rules when completing the task.
Generally, experts advise you use dedicated products to get the job done, so it's wise to stock up on these during the colder months too. There are many ways you can reduce fog in your car.
