You should handle the disc by the other edge and the labled surface only. When available, thin, clean cotton gloves are advisable . Or placing on any other surface without a protective sleeve. Cleaning The cleaning of discs, should be performed before and after playing. There are various methods, machines and formulas, for the cleaning of records.
Distilled water is preferred over tap water.
This type of solution is especially effective in removing dirt and dissolving oily contaminants from the contact with hands and skin. When cleaning the disc, place it on a soft clean flat cloth. Next, apply the cleaning solution or water, and with a soft clean cloth, work the disc in a circular motion and in the direction of the grooves. When at all possible, avoid a static build up on your discs. Again, as with the vinyl, place the disc on a soft surface, and apply a soft, clean cloth in a circular motion.