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As a manufacturer of personalized cast iron skillet , this article will take you deeper into Chinese cast iron pans from two perspectives: how to clean them and how to season them. How Do I Clean My Cast-Iron Skillet? When you clean your skillet, never use dish soap because it can strip the pan's seasoning (ditto a cycle in the dishwasher or using a steel-wool scrubber). Instead, scrub your cast iron with a stiff brush and hot water, then wipe dry with a towel or set the pan over medium-low heat until completely dry. How Do I Season a Cast-Iron Skillet? A cast-iron pan has a thin layer of seasoning which is vegetable oil or flaxseed oil that's bonded to the metal to create a slick cooking surface. It can last a while, so you don't have to re-season it every time you cook, but when you cook with acidic foods, it can break down that layer. A well-seasoned cast-iron pan is virtually nonstick, so it's worth taking the time to season (or re-season if your pan was pre-seas