I normally buy commercially made cleansing wipes or cleansing spray. My sister uses our cousin’s DIY solution and it works brilliantly on my glasses.
- 80% of the mixture is rubbing alcohol (isopropyl alcohol)
- 20% is water
- 2 drops of dishwashing liquid
note:
Rubbing alcohol (isopropyl alcohol) is a versatile antiseptic, disinfectant, and solvent that kills bacteria, viruses, and fungi on contact. It is primarily used to sanitize skin, disinfect household/medical items (thermometers, scissors), remove sticky residues, and clean electronics due to its quick evaporation.
Key Uses of Rubbing Alcohol
Antiseptic/Skin Care: Used to clean minor cuts and scrapes, or to sanitize hands. It can also act as an astringent to treat acne, though it may dry skin.
Disinfectant: Effective for sterilizing surfaces, such as door handles, countertops, and high-touch electronics like phones or keyboards. A 70% concentration is generally recommended for disinfecting.
Cleaning & Solvent: Removes ink stains, hairspray residue, sticker residue, and degreases surfaces. It can clean makeup brushes and fix broken pressed powder.
Deodorizing: Helps eliminate odors by killing bacteria in shoes or on clothing.
Medical/Household: Used for removing ticks, calming minor itching, and can help alleviate nausea when smelled.


Be aware that some formulations of rubbing alcohol/surgical spirit contain a small amount of castor oil. You may not want that on optical glass. Check the label carefully.
Thank you Kevin!!!