# How to clean and polish my Yoyos

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**Category:** Yo-Yo Mods and Maintenance\
**Created:** [April 20, 2018, 7:24am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-clean-and-polish-my-yoyos/289234 "2018-04-20T07:24:38Z")\
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**Post date:** [October 12, 2018, 9:57pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/how-to-clean-and-polish-my-yoyos/289234/5 "2018-10-12T21:57:28Z")

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I believe raw Aluminum _definitely_ needs polishing from tarnish over time, but I don’t think **anodized** aluminum really needs that much care and maintenance?

> [@LuftYoyo](#):
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> I only know Monkeyfinger Buff

I got some Buff in a Monkeyfinger purchase at some point (or from random bonus items in a purchase), but I’ve never used it. I am curious if anyone has done this?

> Applying the BUFF is easy. Simply grab a clean cloth and follow the steps below:
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> 1. Ensure that your yo-yo is clean and dry.
> 2. Wrap the clean cloth around your index finger and gently dab it into the BUFF. A little goes a long way!
> 3. Gently wipe the BUFF across the entire surface of the yo-yo. Be sure not to miss a spot and keep the BUFF as even as possible.
> 4. [Optional] For the best results, allow the BUFF to dry for 30-60 minutes.
> 5. Using a different part of the clean cloth, gently rub the entire surface to remove any excess BUFF and to polish the yo-yo.
> 6. Enjoy your shiny throw!
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> Note: the BUFF will not fill in, cover, or repair dings and scratches on the surface of a yo-yo.

[![]( " - YouTube") ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EAe5OpeA7-E)

Dylan K had a pretty favorable review of it, and tried both raw and anodized.

[![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/4/f/d/4fd511af71c57fd6a2c20836f3ac9f60eb2fdba0.jpeg "MonkeyFingeR BUFF YoYo Polish Unboxing and review.") ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5468wIv9M1k)

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