But after you see the shine come up for the first time with the rubbing compound … after you see that deep, crystal reflection when you buff the Meguiar's 7 … you'll know it was all worth it.

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Rubbing compound is typically used to refurbish your car’s appearance by bringing back its finish incredibly. Getting a rubbing compound will relieve mild abrasions by polishing it to the surface.

Rubbing compound is globed on as shown and taken on a trip with a buffing wheel. Body shop professionals have different opinions on what to use.

So just use a microfiber towel with whatever compound and polish used on the remainder of the car. See All 26 Photos ...

In a case where your finger may feel the scratch but still glides over it, auto detailers can generally fix it with a rubbing compound.