This aluminum non-stick frying pan can make your life a lot easier because now it provides a bakelite stay cool handle that is heat resistant. It is easy to clean. Wash with warm soapy water, rinse and wipe dry before the first use. That way the oil or any residue from manufacturing and storage are removed. To avoid scratching cermaic interior, please do not use abrasive cleaners or metallic utensils. Best to use wooden, plastic, and nylon utensils.