Yes—safe lens-cleaning cloths are typically soft, lint-free, and free of chemical treatments. Microfiber cloths made for lenses or eyeglasses usually work well, and disposable lens tissues are also a good option.

What matters most is cleanliness: any cloth can scratch if it has trapped grit, dust, or oily residue. Reusable cloths can pick up contamination over time, so keep them clean and store them properly. Avoid fabrics that may leave lint, contain coatings or detergents, or have unknown dirt in them. Old T-shirts or sleeves are risky for that reason, even if the fabric itself feels soft.

Best practice is to use a blower first to remove loose dust before touching the lens. Use a hand blower, not canned/compressed air, and don’t blow with your mouth because moisture can make cleaning harder. Only wipe the lens when needed for fingerprints or smudges.

So: eyeglass or lens microfiber cloths are generally fine if clean; laptop cloths may be okay if truly lint-free and untreated; avoid random household cloths unless you are certain they’re clean and contaminant-free.