{"title":"Car shampoo","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"soft99-neutral-creamy-shampoo-auto-shampoo-1000ml","title":"Neutral Creamy Shampoo Car Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA fresh take on car care: Soft99 Neutral Creamy Shampoo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet to know what \u003cstrong\u003eSoft99 Neutral Creamy Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e can do. This 1000ml car shampoo pairs clever chemistry with a no-fuss wash to lift your paint to a whole new level of gloss. The special formula cuts through heavy grime fast, so wash day stops feeling like a chore. On top of that it's pH-neutral, so it won't touch your clear coat. It's a great fit for coated cars and plays nicely with foam lances and foam guns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful cleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e: lifts dirt and residue without harming the paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to use\u003c\/strong\u003e: goes on and rinses off without drama, ideal for coated cars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe and gentle\u003c\/strong\u003e: the pH-neutral formula looks after the paint and keeps the gloss going.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStrong cleaning, easy rinse-off\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere \u003cstrong\u003eSoft99 Neutral Creamy Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e really shines is its cleaning power. The pH-neutral formula skips the harsh chemicals and whips up a dense, creamy foam that melts grime away with ease. That makes it a real workhorse on stubborn dirt. You can dilute it 1:50, so a single bottle goes a long way. The best part, though, is the rinse-off. Even if the foam starts to flash off mid-wash, it leaves no residue and no streaks behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEasy to work with and versatile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing \u003cstrong\u003eNeutral Creamy Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e couldn't be more straightforward. Once you've rinsed off the dust and grit with water, you lay the shampoo onto a wet sponge and wash the car gently to work up a rich foam. After that you rinse the shampoo off thoroughly and pull away any leftover water droplets with a towel or cloth. That ease of use, plus the fact that it works with both water-fed and air-fed foam makers, makes it a must-have for anyone who takes a thorough, efficient wash seriously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafe and effective for your car\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeutral Creamy Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e isn't just a strong cleaner, it's also kind to your car's paint. The pH-neutral, chemical-free make-up means it stays gentle on your car while still clearing dirt and small water spots. That makes it a great match for cars with delicate coatings or finishes. The ultra-fine cleaning particles in the shampoo do a deep clean without scratching the paint, so your car comes up gleaming after every wash.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soft99","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48130389573967,"sku":"D1-S99-04280","price":15.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/soft99-neutral-creamy-shampoo-auto-shampoo-1000ml.jpg?v=1705233925"},{"product_id":"soft99-extreme-gloss-the-kiwami-shampoo-dark-auto-shampoo-750ml","title":"Extreme Gloss \"The Kiwami\" Shampoo Dark Car Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMeet the Soft99 Extreme Gloss \"The Kiwami\" Shampoo Dark for a serious shine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet into a new era of car care with \u003cstrong\u003eSoft99 Extreme Gloss 'The Kiwami' Shampoo Dark\u003c\/strong\u003e. This 750ml car shampoo isn't your run-of-the-mill cleaner — it's a gloss machine that makes your car pop. With cleaning and gloss-boost rolled into one, it gives dark paint the kind of care that's hard to beat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerious shine\u003c\/strong\u003e: turns dark paint into a proper showstopper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to use\u003c\/strong\u003e: cleans and protects in one go.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for dark paint\u003c\/strong\u003e: dialled in for what darker finishes really need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA one-off blend for maximum depth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoft99 Extreme Gloss \"The Kiwami\" Shampoo Dark\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e runs a special mix of modified silicone resin and oils to pull out a gloss that goes way past what your usual wax shampoos manage. The formula doesn't just clean deep — it leaves behind a water-repellent, glossy layer that gives your car a fresh, well-kept look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEasy to use, protection that sticks around\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing the \u003cstrong\u003eSoft99 Extreme Gloss \"The Kiwami\" Shampoo Dark\u003c\/strong\u003e couldn't be simpler. Start by rinsing off the dirt and dust properly. Then lay the shampoo down with the quality sponge that comes in the box, work up a foam and wash the car gently. If the dirt's stubborn or the foam starts to drop off, just add a bit more liquid. Rinse off well at the end and dry with a towel. This shampoo gets the surface perfectly prepped for further protection products from Soft99.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpot-on for dark finishes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt specially for dark paint, \u003cstrong\u003eSoft99 Extreme Gloss \"The Kiwami\" Shampoo Dark\u003c\/strong\u003e is a perfect match for cars in darker colours. It tops up and boosts the wax layers you've already got, so you get more out of them and better protection. The go-to pick for anyone with a dark car who wants a quick, effective wash that protects while it cleans.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soft99","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48130428830031,"sku":"D1-S99-04292","price":15.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/soft99-extreme-gloss-the-kiwami-shampoo-dark-auto-shampoo-750ml.jpg?v=1709588937"},{"product_id":"soft99-extreme-gloss-the-kiwami-shampoo-light-auto-shampoo-750ml","title":"Extreme Gloss \"The Kiwami\" Shampoo Light \/ Car Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSoft99 Extreme Gloss \"The Kiwami\" Shampoo Light car shampoo 750ml for a properly bright shine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet the \u003cstrong\u003eSoft99 Extreme Gloss 'The Kiwami' Shampoo Light\u003c\/strong\u003e, the one to grab for light-coloured paint. This 750ml car shampoo isn't just a cleaner — it's a shampoo and wax in one. It pulls off every kind of road grime and gets the surface ready for the rest of your Soft99 protection. The Extreme Gloss Wax it carries lays down a shimmering barrier that keeps the paint from ageing. A quality sponge is in the box, and the formula is dialled in for light paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep gloss:\u003c\/strong\u003e gives light paint a standout shine and a layer of protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e goes on fast and clean with the sponge in the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e built to do its best work on light car paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuality ingredients for the ultimate gloss\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets the \u003cstrong\u003eSoft99 Extreme Gloss 'The Kiwami' Shampoo Light\u003c\/strong\u003e apart is what's in it. A blend of modified silicone resin and oils gives you a gloss that's hard to beat. This shampoo is for anyone who wants a clean, glossy car. It pairs nicely with the 'Kiwami Extreme Gloss Wax' range and pushes those effects further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEasy, effective to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing it couldn't be simpler. Rinse off the dust and dirt first, then lay the shampoo on with the sponge in the box and work up a foam. If the dirt is stubborn or the foam starts to fade, add a bit more water. After washing, rinse well and dry with a towel or an absorbent cloth. What you get is an even, glossy, water-repellent layer of protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMade for light paint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shampoo was built specifically for light car paint. It doesn't just clean well — it brings out the natural beauty of lighter shades. With the 'Kiwami Shampoo Light', your car doesn't just come out clean: it picks up a long-lasting, head-turning gloss that makes light paint shine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soft99","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48130434761039,"sku":"D1-S99-04291","price":15.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/soft99-extreme-gloss-the-kiwami-shampoo-light-auto-shampoo-750ml.jpg?v=1709588937"},{"product_id":"koch-chemie-autoshampoo-as-auto-shampoo","title":"Autoshampoo \"As\" Car Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2 id=\"speakable-headline\"\u003eWeekly hand washing with no wax or sealant loss, thanks to Koch-Chemie Autoshampoo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote id=\"speakable-summary\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is Koch-Chemie Autoshampoo \"As\"? A mildly alkaline shampoo (pH 9) for hand washing and gantry car washes, built on an anionic-nonionic surfactant blend. It's phosphate- and NTA-free, gives you around eight washes from a single litre, and looks after your wax and sealants while it does. Not meant for the first wash of heavily oiled shop vehicles, and safe on fresh ceramic coatings only when you dilute it 1:15.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp id=\"speakable-definition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Autoshampoo \"As\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is a mildly alkaline car shampoo from Unna with a pH of 9. Its mix of anionic and nonionic surfactants emulsifies dirt without going after the wax or sealant film already on the paint. The formula is completely free of phosphates and NTA and is cleared for biological greywater treatment plants, which is exactly why you'll find it in hobby wash bays as well as in larger gantry washes and tunnel washes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pH 9 profile is the core design trade-off: strong enough to break down baked-on road film and pollen, mild enough to keep your typical carnauba waxes and paint sealants alive through a normal wash season. That balance is what sets As apart from the harsher pre-cleaner and from the gentler Ceramic Effect shampoo in the same range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 litre = about 8 washes.\u003c\/strong\u003e At the standard hand-wash dilution of 1:15 (about 65 ml of As in 10 litres of bucket water), a 1-litre bottle covers roughly eight mid-size cars, so you're under a euro of product per car. If you've got two cars on the go, the 2x 1L set works out cheaper; shops and detailers running three washes a week should grab the 10-litre canister.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy on wax and sealant when you watch the dwell time.\u003c\/strong\u003e At pH 9, As won't strip carnauba waxes or paint sealants as long as the foam sits on the paint for under two minutes and gets rinsed off with clean water. Lay it on too strong, let it dwell, and you risk eating into the protection layer by layer. Dilution and a steady rinse rhythm aren't a suggestion here, they're the deal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree of phosphates, NTA and solvents.\u003c\/strong\u003e The formula is tuned for biological greywater treatment and causes no headaches for commercial washes with water-recycling stages. For a wash at home it means the run-off heading into the drain won't overload a treatment plant, a real plus over the cheaper supermarket shampoos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-autoshampoo-as_hero_szene_99b20bef-5b0d-4670-9a9e-d11cc076ae67.png?v=1774952249\" alt=\"Koch-Chemie Autoshampoo As 1L and 10L in the Detailing1 studio next to a water bucket and wash mitt, black Porsche GT3 RS in the background\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\"\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay-to-day from Detailing1:\u003c\/strong\u003e The biggest difference in your end result isn't the shampoo brand, it's the water temperature and how long the foam sits. Lukewarm water (25-30 °C) cuts through dirt noticeably faster than cold, and the foam should sit on a panel for 60 to 90 seconds at most before you rinse. Work in full sun and let the foam dry on, and you'll pull water spots and streaks onto the paint, which happens with any shampoo, not just As. Order of play: roof first, bonnet second, rear third, sides last, so no panel dries off before the rinse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e1:5, 1:10 or 1:15, the dilution decides foam and cleaning power\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith Koch-Chemie Autoshampoo \"As\", the dilution ratio controls foam volume, cleaning power and how kind it is to the paint, all at once. Stick to the same concentration every time and you either leave cleaning power on the table or burn through product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard hand-wash dilution is 1:15, about 65 ml of As in 10 litres of bucket water, which gives you a medium-creamy foam that clings well on vertical panels and rinses off clean with no residue. For dirtier cars after a long motorway run or van use, step up to 1:10 (around 100 ml in 10 litres); for cars parked outside all the time with baked-on pollen and bird mess, go to 1:5 (200 ml in 10 litres). Going stronger than 1:5 brings no measurable cleaning gain, just wastes product and raises the risk that the surfactant load starts going after your sealant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor foam cannons on a pressure washer (snow-foam lance, foam lance), As only works up to a point, the foam structure is built for bucket washing, not for sticky pre-foam. If you work with a foam cannon, you'll get on far better with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/koch-chemie-gentle-snow-foam-gsf-reinigungsschaum\"\u003eGentle Snow Foam \"Gsf\"\u003c\/a\u003e or the classic \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/koch-chemie-pre-foam-efficient-pfe-vorreiniger-insektenloeser\"\u003ePre-Foam efficient \"Pfe\"\u003c\/a\u003e from the same house. As stays the bucket shampoo for the two-bucket method with a wash mitt and grit guard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDilution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAmount per 10 L water\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended dwell time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeekly hand wash, lightly soiled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1:15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~65 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eno dwell, wash straight away\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard wash after 2-4 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1:10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~100 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emax. 60 sec\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavily soiled, pollen, bird mess\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1:5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~200 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emax. 90 sec, then rinse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGantry wash \/ brush tunnel wash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1:50-1:100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003edosing system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emachine-controlled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-autoshampoo-as_anwendung_szene_5312e873-c490-472b-9c8d-3dd91e6ce972.png?v=1774952253\" alt=\"Daniel from Detailing1 washes the rear of a black Porsche GT3 RS with a wash mitt and foam from Koch-Chemie Autoshampoo As\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCoatings, the shop first wash and bugs, when As isn't the right call\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKoch-Chemie Autoshampoo \"As\" covers the middle of the dirt range for well-kept private cars; it was never meant as a universal do-everything cleaner. Three cases where another product does the job better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn fresh ceramic coatings (under six months old), run As only at the weakest 1:15 dilution and keep the dwell time under 60 seconds. If you want to keep a new coating alive long-term, reach instead for \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/koch-chemie-reactivation-shampoo-rs-auto-shampoo-keramikversiegelung\"\u003eReactivation Shampoo \"Rs\"\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/koch-chemie-ceramic-effect-shampoo-ces-autoshampoo-versiegelung\"\u003eCeramic Effect Shampoo \"Ces\"\u003c\/a\u003e from the same house, both pH-neutral and both re-activating the coating's hydrophobic layer on every wash. With yearly top-ups, the Reactivation line gives you five to seven months more beading than a plain As workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the first wash of shop vehicles with a baked-on crust of oil and brake dust, As is too mild. Here you lay the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/koch-chemie-vorreiniger-b-vb-vorreiniger\"\u003eVorreiniger B \"Vb\"\u003c\/a\u003e on the paint first as a pre-wash, let it dwell for two minutes and rinse, then As takes over the actual care wash. Skip the pre-wash and go straight in with As on grossly dirty paint, and you'll drag fine grit across the clear coat under pressure with the wash mitt, leaving swirl marks that later only come out with the polisher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor heavily caked-on bugs on the front bumper and windscreen, As again won't do what a dedicated pre-treatment does. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/koch-chemie-insect-dirt-remover-idr-insekten-schmutzentferner\"\u003eInsect \u0026amp; Dirt Remover \"Idr\"\u003c\/a\u003e or a pre-foam with bug-dissolving action goes on the critical spots for two minutes, softens the protein structure of the bugs, and only then comes the wash with As. Three extra minutes save you scrubbing with the wash mitt, which risks paint damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-autoshampoo-as_ergebnis_szene_3701b713-b958-4e63-9830-c60204827df0.png?v=1774952259\" alt=\"Water beading on the freshly washed front of a black Porsche GT3 RS, Koch-Chemie Autoshampoo As 1L peripheral\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAs, Rs or Ces, the range decision\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKoch-Chemie has three closely related options in its shampoo range, each fitting differently depending on paint status and wash frequency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe classic As is the right pick for non-coated paint and for cars with carnauba wax or polymer sealant protection that doesn't have to be reactivated on every wash. If the car gets washed one to four times a month, the paint is looked after normally but not ceramic-sealed, and there's no pricey coating-maintenance workflow running, As is the most economical and chemically sensible standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reactivation Shampoo \"Rs\" steps in where a ceramic coating is under 18 months old and you want to reactivate it on every wash. Rs has a pH-neutral character and contains polymers that bond to the coating's SiO₂ structure and rebuild the hydrophobic beading. For a plain wash with no coating involved, Rs makes no sense, the extra cost per litre only pays off when a coating actually exists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ceramic Effect Shampoo \"Ces\" is the premium option with an extra SiO₂ boost; it brings a mini coating refresh to every wash and suits cars with no permanent coating that should still show hydrophobic behaviour between detailing sessions. If you get a professional sealant done every four to six months, Ces carries you past the Reactivation level in between, without laying down a coating of your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRule of thumb for the buying call: As for uncoated paint and solid upkeep, Rs for existing coatings under 18 months, Ces for premium care without a coating. A 1-litre bottle of As lasts about eight to ten months on one car a month; the 10-litre container is built for detailers and multi-car households running two or more washes a week. The whole \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/autoshampoo\"\u003eAutoshampoo\u003c\/a\u003e range at Detailing1 carries all three variants, and the choice follows the paint status, not the price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-autoshampoo-as_kontext_szene_4d3a26a0-a459-48c8-897c-eec613055b0c.png?v=1774952263\" alt=\"Koch-Chemie Autoshampoo As 1L and 10L lineup with microfibre cloths, bucket and wash mitt in front of a black Porsche GT3 RS in the Detailing1 studio\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\"\u003e\n","brand":"Koch-Chemie","offers":[{"title":"1000 ml \/ 1 liter","offer_id":48409514049871,"sku":"D1-KCX-13001","price":6.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2x 1000ml","offer_id":49670828753231,"sku":"D1-KCX-13001_2","price":13.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3x 1000ml","offer_id":49670828785999,"sku":"D1-KCX-13001_3","price":19.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"21kg","offer_id":49382294094159,"sku":"D1-KCX-13021","price":54.86,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"210kg","offer_id":49382294126927,"sku":"D1-KCX-13210","price":496.61,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 liters","offer_id":48409514082639,"sku":"D1-KCX-13010","price":27.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-autoshampoo-auto-shampoo.jpg?v=1710626847"},{"product_id":"koch-chemie-reactivation-shampoo-rs-auto-shampoo-keramikversiegelung","title":"Reactivation Shampoo \"Rs\" Car Shampoo for Ceramic Coatings","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA shampoo made for ceramic coatings: Koch-Chemie Reactivation Shampoo \"Rs\" Car Shampoo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReactivation Shampoo \"Rs\" from Koch-Chemie is built for one job: looking after coated paint and keeping it protected. It runs slightly acidic, so it doesn't just lift everyday grime and deposits — it wakes the surface back up, pulling the water-repellency and the easy-to-clean effect back to where they were on day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep clean:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pulls out stubborn stuff — dust, limescale, road salts — the kind of build-up that quietly kills the protective film on a ceramic coating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReactivates the coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e The acidic formula brings the hydrophobic properties back to life, so water and dirt bead up and roll off instead of clinging on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoads of foam:\u003c\/strong\u003e It foams up thick, which makes washing the panels easier and leaves the paint with a clean, bright finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning and protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReactivation Shampoo \"Rs\" is the right call for any car running a ceramic coating. Wash with it regularly and you're not just stretching the life of the coating — the car simply looks better for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormula and how you use it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing it is dead simple. Dilute it as the label says and you're good to go, whether you're washing by hand or running it through an automatic wash. That acidic side is the key bit — it keeps the coating doing its protective job while still getting the paint properly clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you get long-term\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep using it and the paint shrugs off the day-to-day grime more easily, while the coating holds onto its gloss and protection wash after wash.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koch-Chemie","offers":[{"title":"1000 ml \/ 1 liter","offer_id":48898760933711,"sku":"D1-KCX-806001","price":14.87,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2x 1000ml","offer_id":48898760966479,"sku":"D1-KCX-39147_2","price":29.74,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3x 1000ml","offer_id":48898760999247,"sku":"D1-KCX-39147_3","price":44.61,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 liters","offer_id":49436911599951,"sku":"D1-KCX-806005","price":59.51,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-reactivation-shampoo-auto-shampoo-fur-keramikversiegelung_1000ml.jpg?v=1710629278"},{"product_id":"koch-chemie-aktivwaesche-aw-aktiv-shampoo","title":"Aktivwäsche \"Aw\" Active Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2 id=\"speakable-headline\"\u003eAktivwäsche Aw works in the tunnel, in the lance and in the bucket\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote id=\"speakable-summary\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is Koch-Chemie Aktivwäsche Aw? A liquid active-shampoo concentrate from Unna that lifts traffic film, pollen and salt off your paint with anionic and non-ionic surfactants. Phosphate- and NTA-free, VDA Class A certified, cleared for biological process-water treatment. Not meant as a maintenance shampoo for fresh ceramic coatings, or for washing on private property.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp id=\"speakable-definition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Aktivwäsche Aw\u003c\/strong\u003e is a concentrated active shampoo from Koch-Chemie in Unna that runs out of the same canister in roll-over wash systems, tunnel washes and hand washing. The mix of anionic and non-ionic surfactants with re-fatting components cuts through road film thoroughly without drying out rubber and plastic. pH 7.5, almost neutral with a slightly alkaline kick. VDA Class A. Phosphate- and NTA-free. Suitable for biological process-water treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-aktivwasche-aw-aktiv-shampoo.png?v=1778757009\" alt='Koch-Chemie Aktivwäsche „Aw\" — active shampoo' loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne concentrate for three workflows.\u003c\/strong\u003e Roll-over wash system at 3 to 7 millilitres per car through the dosing pump, foam lance at 1:10 to 1:30 in the supply tank, hand bucket at 50 millilitres to 10 litres of water. So one canister covers three completely different detailing worlds — the bay, the tunnel, the Sunday wash in the garage, all out of the same container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVDA Class A means: no material damage.\u003c\/strong\u003e The strictest compatibility certification in the German automotive industry. Anodised aluminium trim, clear coat, polycarbonate headlights and piano-black plastic aren't attacked or bleached out when you use it right. For wash-bay operators that means liability cover with customers who run OEM-sensitive wheels or as-new black-panel surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEconomical, if you think in bulk.\u003c\/strong\u003e An 11 kg canister gives you over 200 hand-bucket washes or more than 2,000 wash-system runs at 5 millilitres each. The 21 kg keg pays off for detailers from the first quarter, the 210 kg container for wash-system operators pushing three-digit daily throughput. Phosphate- and NTA-free also means: fully compatible with biological process-water loops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing1's tip from the shop:\u003c\/strong\u003e What we see day-to-day is that Aktivwäsche Aw often gets dosed wrong. Overdose it and you get a sticky dry residue on the paint, not better gloss. 50 millilitres to 10 litres of water is the mark where micelle formation runs clean: at that concentration the surfactant molecules form little foam spheres that capsule the dirt and carry it off when you rinse. Lukewarm water instead of cold speeds up the surfactant work without tipping the dry time. More is counterproductive, less doesn't cut it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e50 millilitres to 10 litres of water. Then Aw works.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAktivwäsche Aw runs on three clear dose rates, and which one you need comes down to the workflow, not taste. In the roll-over wash system, 3 to 7 millilitres per car go straight through the dosing pump into the water concentrate. In the foam lance you mix the concentrate in the supply tank at 1:10 to 1:30. In the hand bucket, 50 millilitres to 10 litres of water is enough — that's the 1:200 dilution Koch-Chemie lists on every product data sheet for the Aktivwäsche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore the first bucket, you roll the car into the shade and let it cool down. Aw flashes off on hot paint within seconds, and the dry residue is a pain to rinse off afterwards. Loose grit comes off first with the pressure washer — sand and brake dust have no business in your wash mitt. Then two \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/koch-chemie-detailing-bucket-wascheimer-20l\"\u003ewash buckets\u003c\/a\u003e with grit guards side by side, one for the shampoo solution, one with clean water to rinse out the mitt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou wash top to bottom, panel by panel. Roof first, sills last. After each panel wring the mitt out in the rinse bucket, then load up on shampoo again. Important: don't soap up the whole car — work panel by panel and rinse straight off with clean water. Aw is fast, but once the foam dries on you're starting half the panel over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo dry, a thick microfibre towel around 950 gsm or the leaf blower. Both keep off the limescale marks that show up half an hour later when water droplets run down and evaporate. If you want to freshen the car up on top of that, follow Aw with a second cleaning workflow from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/autoshampoo\"\u003eshampoo category\u003c\/a\u003e — pre-wash, snow foam or quick detailer, depending on what the car needs. Aw is the base, not the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're running the foam lance, you mix Aw into the supply tank beforehand. The exact dilution depends on the foam insert and the water pressure — we start at 1:20 and dial it in after the first pass. Too thin means no all-over foam that clings long enough. Too thick means the concentrate drips off as a syrupy film and streaks later. Visual cue: the foam should sit on paint and glass for around 60 to 90 seconds, then come off top-down with the pressure washer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-aktivwasche-aw-aktiv-shampoo.png?v=1778757009\" alt='Koch-Chemie Aktivwäsche „Aw\" in use in the bucket' loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAw attacks coatings. In the driveway it stays in the canister.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt pH 7.5 Aktivwäsche Aw is almost neutral, but it carries a slightly alkaline kick — which is exactly what you want when the paint needs to be stripped clean before polishing or sealing. That same kick, though, attacks existing coatings, wax layers and SiO2 sealants over time. If you want to maintain a fresh ceramic coating rather than strip it, reach for Koch-Chemie NanoMagic Shampoo Nms at a mild-acidic pH 5.5, or the Glanzwachsshampoo Gw with wax content. Aw is the tool for cleaning, not for preserving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe second limit is the dry time. Detailers abroad describe Aw as „tricky to finish washing the whole car before the concentrate dries on the paint\". That's true: in direct sun, on hot metal or at outside temperatures over 25 °C, Aw runs out of headroom. Shade, cool metal and working panel by panel aren't a suggestion, they're a must. Skip that and you pick up streaks and, in the worst case, spot etching on horizontal surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe third limit is legal: even though Aw is phosphate- and NTA-free and supports biological process-water treatment, washing a car with shampoo on private property is banned under the German Water Resources Act. The issue isn't the surfactants but the oil, brake dust and tar residue that would run into the groundwater with the rinse water. That's why Aw is only allowed at self-service bays with an oil separator or at wash systems with a process-water loop. Fines run into five figures depending on the state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to maintain an active ceramic sealant, reach for a mild maintenance shampoo from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/koch-chemie\"\u003eKoch-Chemie line\u003c\/a\u003e. If you can wash commercially or in a self-service box, Aw is the right tool. If you're parked privately in the driveway, Aw is the wrong product legally — no judgement, just the legal frame you should know before you crack the canister open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-aktivwasche-aw-aktiv-shampoo.png?v=1778757009\" alt='Koch-Chemie Aktivwäsche „Aw\" — clean paint after the wash' loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAw is a concentrate for detailers and wash-system operators.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAktivwäsche Aw is built for three types of user. Professional detailers who need a reliable paint pre-clean between polishing stations and sealing work, without the next week's coating layer getting attacked. Wash-system operators and fleet managers who have to cost it out at cents per vehicle and still want VDA Class A. And hobby pros with a workshop streak who work at the self-service bay or with their own lift and want one concentrate to last for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAw is less of a fit for the classic Sunday washer in the driveway — both practically (dry time too short, uncontrollable without shade) and legally (Water Resources Act). If you're allowed to wash privately in the driveway because your local bylaw permits it in your area, check the local rules — they aren't uniform, they differ by state and municipality. When in doubt, take the wash to a self-service bay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 11 kg canister is the entry point for professional detailers with a single site. At one hand wash of a single vehicle a week, the container lasts around four years — in practice that means the concentrate rarely runs out, it ages first. The 21 kg keg pays off from the second detailing site or at higher workload. The 210 kg container is the wash-system size for tunnels with three-digit daily throughput.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAw isn't a wow-gloss shampoo. It's the tool that preps the paint right on the mark for the next layer — whether that's a coating, a hot wax or simply clean dryness. Use Aw and put nothing on afterwards, and you're leaving performance on the table. That's pro logic: get it properly clean first, then put down exactly what you want. Aw handles the dirty part of the wash reliably, the rest hangs on the workflow that follows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-aktivwasche-aw-aktiv-shampoo.png?v=1778757009\" alt='Koch-Chemie Aktivwäsche „Aw\" — 11 kg, 21 kg and 210 kg sizes at a glance' loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Koch-Chemie","offers":[{"title":"11kg","offer_id":48762024755535,"sku":"D1-KCX-10011","price":41.84,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"21kg","offer_id":49382268731727,"sku":"D1-KCX-10021","price":75.32,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"210kg","offer_id":49382268764495,"sku":"D1-KCX-10210","price":693.77,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-aktivwasche-aw-aktiv-shampoo.png?v=1778757009"},{"product_id":"koch-chemie-glanzwachsshampoo-gw-autoshampoo-versiegelung","title":"Glanzwachsshampoo \"Gw\" car shampoo with sealant","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKoch-Chemie Glanzwachsshampoo \"Gw\" – car shampoo with sealant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e Koch-Chemie Glanzwachsshampoo \"Gw\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is a proper all-rounder for washing your car. This \u003cstrong\u003ephosphate- and NTA-free\u003c\/strong\u003e shampoo blends cationic and non-ionic surfactants for a gentle but thorough clean. On top of cleaning, it protects the paint and helps it dry faster — the water film breaks up the moment you rinse it off. It's made for hand washing and is \u003cstrong\u003eVDA-compliant Class A\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eDaimler-certified\u003c\/strong\u003e. Thanks to the built-in \u003cstrong\u003epreservation component\u003c\/strong\u003e, the paint gets cared for and sealed while you wash, for extra gloss and protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtection and gloss\u003c\/strong\u003e: cleans and seals the paint in one step.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast drying\u003c\/strong\u003e: the water film breaks up straight away, so the car dries quicker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle clean\u003c\/strong\u003e: phosphate- and NTA-free, for a more eco-friendly wash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThorough, gentle paint care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Glanzwachsshampoo \"Gw\" from Koch-Chemie wins you over with a gentle formula built for hand washing. The mix of cationic and non-ionic surfactants doesn't just pull dirt off effectively — it looks after the paint while it does it. That keeps swirls at bay and holds onto your car's natural gloss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare and seal in one step\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets this shampoo apart is that it seals the paint while you wash. That cuts out a separate sealant after the wash and saves you real time. The preservation agents lay a protective film over the paint, so the gloss layer holds up longer and shields the car from the elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpotless drying, every time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother plus is how much faster it dries. Once you rinse, the water film breaks up right away, which keeps water spots to a minimum. That's a real help when you're washing in full sun or in the heat, since it cuts down on limescale marks too.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koch-Chemie","offers":[{"title":"10kg","offer_id":48762318618959,"sku":"D1-KCX-46010","price":57.65,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"21kg","offer_id":49723586445647,"sku":"D1-KCX-46021","price":114.38,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"210kg","offer_id":49723586478415,"sku":"D1-KCX-46210","price":1096.46,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-glanzwachsshampoo-gw-aufriss-shampoo_10kg.png?v=1714747425"},{"product_id":"koch-chemie-nano-magic-shampoo-nms-nano-shampoo","title":"NanoMagic Shampoo \"Nms\" Nano Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie NanoMagic Shampoo \"Nms\" — Nano Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie NanoMagic Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e, often just called \u003cstrong\u003e \"Nms\" \u003c\/strong\u003e, is a high-tech gloss shampoo with a built-in sealant made for hand washing. Thanks to its cleaning and sealing components, it leaves a long-lasting nano layer that pushes off dirt and water. That so-called lotus effect keeps the paint protected, and any polish or sealant already on the car stays put underneath. It also speeds up drying, because the water film breaks and runs straight off the second you rinse.\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.koch-chemie.com\/en\/products\/nanomagic_shampoo\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"flex h-[22px] items-center rounded-xl px-2 text-[0.5em] !font-medium uppercase bg-[#f4f4f4] !text-token-text-secondary hover:bg-token-text-primary hover:!text-token-main-surface-secondary dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary dark:hover:bg-token-text-primary relative top-[-0.1875rem]\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"truncate\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGloss and protection in one step:\u003c\/strong\u003e cleans and seals the paint in a single wash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-lasting nano layer:\u003c\/strong\u003e builds a water- and dirt-repelling shield against the elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTops up sealants:\u003c\/strong\u003e refreshes the sealant already on the car without stripping it, so it lasts longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-gloss cleaning and sealing in one step\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NanoMagic Shampoo \"Nms\" is made for detailers who want a proper clean and paint care at the same time. It pulls dirt off without touching the wax or sealant you laid down earlier. Instead it tops up that protective layer, so the paint shrugs off fresh grime. That pays off on cars you seal regularly, because every wash stretches the life of the sealant a bit further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe lotus effect: protection and easy drying\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standout feature here is the lotus effect. The nano layer makes water bead and roll off the paint right away, so drying after the wash is far less hassle. You get extra gloss out of it and a lot less risk of water spots — which really shows on dark paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpot-on for sealed cars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NanoMagic Shampoo \"Nms\" is a great match for cars already sealed with Koch-Chemie 1K-Nano. It strengthens the bond of that sealant and helps it go the distance. Other sealants and waxes get topped up too thanks to the gentle clean, so the paint stays well protected.\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koch-Chemie","offers":[{"title":"10kg","offer_id":48762481181007,"sku":"D1-KCX-206010","price":109.73,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-nano-magic-shampoo-nms-nano-shampoo_10kg.png?v=1714747055"},{"product_id":"d-con-ceramic-wash-autoshampoo-versiegelung","title":"D-CON Ceramic-Wash Car Shampoo with Sealant","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHydrophobic car shampoo for spot-on protection: D-CON Ceramic-Wash Car Shampoo with Sealant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake your car care up a level with the \u003cstrong\u003eD-CON Ceramic-Wash Car Shampoo with Sealant\u003c\/strong\u003e. This seriously hydrophobic shampoo doesn't just give you a proper clean — it lays down extra protection on top, especially if your car already runs a ceramic or quartz coating. You get a spotless surface that shrugs off dirt and beads like crazy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeriously hydrophobic\u003c\/strong\u003e: water sheets off beautifully after every wash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra protection\u003c\/strong\u003e: keeps dirt, soot and water spots off your paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade for coated cars\u003c\/strong\u003e: perfect if you run a ceramic or quartz coating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCleans and protects in one pass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eD-CON Ceramic-Wash Car Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e runs a formula built to clean and refresh the coating you've already got on the car. It boosts the hydrophobic behaviour and gives you that proper water-off effect. Every wash pulls dirt, soot and water spots away while topping up and protecting your car's coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow you use it — and why you'll want to\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mild shampoo is your go-to for regular car care. Before you start, hit the car with Snow Foam and rinse it down for the best results. The \u003cstrong\u003eD-CON Ceramic-Wash Car Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e leaves a streak-free, glossy finish that still does its thing after the rain. After one wash the protection holds for about 4 to 6 wash cycles with normal mild shampoos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe finish your car deserves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the \u003cstrong\u003eD-CON Ceramic-Wash Car Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e you're in for a different kind of car care. The formula backs up the coating you already have and keeps your car looking box-fresh. It's the easy pick if you want a flawless, glossy motor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"D-CON","offers":[{"title":"500ml","offer_id":49032909816143,"sku":"D1-DCN-D_CWS_212_500","price":12.32,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5L","offer_id":49032909848911,"sku":"D1-DCN-D_CWS_212_5000","price":99.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"20L","offer_id":49032910569807,"sku":"D1-DCN-D_CWS_212_20000","price":499.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/d-con-ceramic-wash-autoshampoo-versiegelung.png?v=1717405601"},{"product_id":"sonax-xtreme-shampoo-2-in-1-autoshampoo","title":"XTREME Shampoo \"2 in 1\" Car Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClean and protect in one pass — SONAX XTREME Shampoo \"2 in 1\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat does a 2-in-1 car shampoo actually do during a hand wash? SONAX's 2-in-1 car shampoo pairs the cleaning power of a quality car shampoo with a built-in wax component — dirt and oily residue get lifted off while a light protective layer builds up on the paint.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to skip the separate wax or sealant step after a hand wash but still keep some paint protection, the \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME Shampoo \"2 in 1\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most compact answer: one product handles both jobs — cleaning plus a baseline of paint care in a single pass. That saves time, cuts down on the number of products you juggle, and leaves you with a freshly protected surface and a silky gloss after every wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-in-1 formula — cleaning and built-in wax protection in one step.\u003c\/strong\u003e The XTREME shampoo formula blends cleaning-active surfactants with wax components that settle onto the paint as you wash. Once you've rinsed and dried, the shampoo leaves a wafer-thin wax layer that makes water bead off and shields the surface against fresh dirt. This wax component isn't meant to replace a full sealant, but between your regular care intervals it gives you a solid baseline of protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH-neutral formula for paint-friendly use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Acidic or heavily alkaline wash products attack existing wax layers and sealants and cut their lifespan short. The XTREME 2-in-1 shampoo is pH-neutral, so your existing paint protection stays intact — a big deal for anyone running a sealant or a coating who doesn't want to thin the protective layer out with every wash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly concentrated — economical dosing for plenty of washes.\u003c\/strong\u003e The shampoo is a concentrate you use in small amounts per wash. That makes the 1 L bottle last for lots of wash sessions and work out far cheaper than pre-diluted ready-to-use products. For a hand wash using the bucket method, a small dose of concentrate is enough for a 10 L wash bucket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2-in-1 idea for car shampoos isn't new, but how it's pulled off varies a lot. Cheap 2-in-1 products often carry so little wax that the protective effect is barely measurable. The XTREME Shampoo \"2 in 1\" is dialled in so the wax dose is enough to give you a real lotus effect on the paint after the wash — water pulls itself into beads and rolls off with the dirt particles instead of sheeting across the surface. That self-cleaning behaviour is the clearest proof that the 2-in-1 formula genuinely works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay-to-day from Detailing1:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the best results, go with the two-bucket method: fill one bucket with your shampoo water and a second with clean rinse water. After each panel, rinse the wash mitt out in the rinse bucket before you dip it back into the shampoo water. That way the dirt particles don't build up in the shampoo water and get dragged back onto the paint. Let the shampoo dwell on the paint for a moment — 30 to 60 seconds — to loosen road film and bug residue better before you rinse. That's when the 2-in-1 formula works best: cleaning first, then the wax laying down on an already-clean surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe SONAX XTREME shampoo's 2-in-1 formula — cleaning and wax care combined\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME Shampoo \"2 in 1\"\u003c\/strong\u003e uses a surfactant-wax combination that works in sequence during the wash: first the surfactants lift dirt crusts, road film and organic deposits off the surface. The wax molecules ride in the same film of wash water and settle onto the clean paint once the dirt is gone. As you rinse, the surfactants wash away while the wax components stay behind on the paint and dry in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe wax component in the 2-in-1 shampoo works differently from a coat of carnauba wax or a ceramic sealant: it's much thinner and less durable, but it hands you a fresh protective film right after every wash. Wash your car weekly and you build a baseline of protection over time — every wash tops the layer back up. That's a different philosophy from the one-off long-term sealant, but it's very handy for active drivers on a regular wash cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pH-neutral formulation is the make-or-break factor for playing nicely with existing coatings. Alkaline shampoos (pH \u0026gt; 7) act as degreasers and so go after both the dirt and your wax layers and polymer sealants. If you've got an active coating or a fresh wax sealant on the car, you need to watch for pH-neutrality in your shampoo — the XTREME 2-in-1 shampoo respects the protection that's already there while building a layer of its own alongside it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor cars that go through the wash tunnel and then get an occasional hand wash on top, the 2-in-1 shampoo is the ideal follow-up product: the automatic wash pulls off the heavy dirt, the hand wash with the 2-in-1 shampoo takes down the leftover grime and refreshes the paint protection. That gives you an efficient care cycle that gets by without separate wax applications. It's just as good for seasonal cars given a thorough clean after winter — a first pass with the 2-in-1 shampoo is a quick way to strip the winter grip off paint and glass and lay down fresh wax protection at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing the 2-in-1 shampoo — hand wash, dosing and results\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHow much XTREME 2-in-1 shampoo you use comes down to water temperature and how dirty the car is. For a 10 L bucket, 30–50 ml of concentrate is usually plenty — overdosing kicks up too much foam and makes rinsing a chore. Foam itself isn't a quality marker on a car shampoo — it should be enough, but not over the top. Too much foam is a sign of overdosing and can leave a slightly cloudy residue after the rinse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the wash, rinse the car down as completely as you can with clean water to clear off all the surfactant residue. The wax components stay on the paint through the rinse because they're hydrophobic and don't wash off with water. Once it's dry, the wax effect shows: water pulls into beads on the freshly washed paint and rolls off — a visual sign of a working wax film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDry off after the rinse with an absorbent microfibre towel. Water spots left by standing water can leave limescale behind that dulls the gloss of the fresh wax layer. A quick dry with a pro drying towel straight after the rinse heads off that limescale and shows the wash result right away: a clean, glossy car with a fresh layer of protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor stubborn dirt like bug splatter on the front end or tar spots along the sills, the 2-in-1 shampoo on its own won't always cut it. In those cases it pays to pre-treat with an insect remover or tar remover before you bring in the shampoo. The shampoo then handles the final clean and lays down the protective layer. That's the smartest division of labour: dedicated cleaners for stubborn spots, shampoo for the broad surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere the XTREME 2-in-1 shampoo fits — everyday care and the regular wash\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2-in-1 shampoo is the ideal everyday shampoo for anyone who washes regularly and wants to skip a separate waxing step. It's a great fit for cars driven under normal conditions — but not for cars with fresh ceramic coatings, where you don't want to lay down any foreign wax, since the wax component can interfere with the coating surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor cars that get detailed at regular intervals and need to stay clean and protected between the big care appointments, the 2-in-1 shampoo is the most practical solution. It extends the lifespan of an existing sealant when it's pH-neutral, and it renews a baseline of protection on its own when there's no active sealant in place. For cars driven daily in traffic and washed weekly, the 2-in-1 principle covers the whole care need with no extra products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a good match for motorhome and camper owners too: the 1 L size travels well, the dosing is fuss-free, and the 2-in-1 principle means there's no separate wax step after the wash — handy when space and time are tight. The quick wax effect after the rinse also shields the paint against UV and light oxidation on long hauls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eXTREME Shampoo \"2 in 1\" compared — between a pure shampoo and a sealant shampoo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the SONAX XTREME shampoo range, the \"2 in 1\" sits in the middle: it offers more than a pure cleaning shampoo, but less than a sealant shampoo like the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-xtreme-foam-seal-schaumversiegelung-autoshampoo-versiegelung\"\u003eSONAX XTREME Foam+Seal\u003c\/a\u003e, which lays down a lasting sealant layer. The 2-in-1 shampoo is the everyday product — practical, versatile, with an instant wax effect, but without the ambition of a long-term sealant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're after maximum foam fun while you wash, go for the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-xtreme-foamgiant-shampoo-autoshampoo\"\u003eSONAX XTREME FoamGiant Shampoo\u003c\/a\u003e — a pure cleaning shampoo with a very high foam volume that's ideal for freshly sealed cars thanks to having no wax component. For lasting sealant reinforcement with every wash, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-reload-shampoo-versiegelungsshampoo\"\u003eSONAX PROFILINE Reload Shampoo\u003c\/a\u003e is the pro alternative — it actively tops up SiO₂ sealants. The 2-in-1 shampoo positions itself in between: more protection than a pure shampoo, but a simpler formulation than a specialised sealant shampoo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAgainst the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-xtreme-ceramic-activeshampoo-autoshampoo\"\u003eSONAX XTREME Ceramic Active-Shampoo\u003c\/a\u003e, the 2-in-1 product is fundamentally different: the Ceramic shampoo uses SiO₂ particles for ceramic protection and is tuned for cars with active ceramic coatings. The XTREME 2-in-1 shampoo uses classic wax components and is built for broad everyday use with no specific coating technology — simpler, but completely enough for the standard driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy the SONAX XTREME Shampoo \"2 in 1\" — the everyday shampoo with built-in wax protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe shampoo is the go-to product for a regular hand wash when you want caring wax protection with no extra hassle. The 1 L bottle gives you plenty of wash sessions at an economical dose and is the ideal size for home use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who washes their own car regularly and wants to look after the paint protection between the bigger care intervals, the 2-in-1 shampoo is the most compact answer: one product, one step, one result — clean, protected, glossy. Team it with an absorbent microfibre towel for drying and you've got the complete everyday wash result with no extra effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to go deeper into the SONAX XTREME wash experience, you can pair the 2-in-1 shampoo with a SONAX PROFILINE drying towel for the dry-off and, now and then, a quick-sealant product for fresh deep gloss. The 2-in-1 shampoo handles the baseline supply with every wash — for special occasions a quick sealant tops up the protection. That mix of everyday care and targeted deep-care work is the most practical strategy for a car that stays looked-after long-term with minimal time on your hands.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SONAX","offers":[{"title":"1000 ml \/ 1 liter","offer_id":49160877769039,"sku":"D1-SNX-02153000","price":9.44,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/Sonax-XTREME-Shampoo-2-in-1-5.png?v=1721514265"},{"product_id":"sonax-xtreme-richfoam-shampoo-autoshampoo","title":"XTREME Rich-Foam Shampoo Car Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMaximum foam for the foam lance and 2-bucket wash — SONAX XTREME Rich-Foam Shampoo, tested in the field\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhich wash method does a Rich-Foam shampoo really shine at? It's built for the foam lance and a foam pre-wash — thick foam clings to the paint and lifts dirt gently, before sponge or wash mitt ever touch the surface.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love your car, you know it: that first contact with water is the riskiest moment for the paint. Dirt dragged across the surface during a pre-wash with a mitt or sponge leaves swirls behind. \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME Rich-Foam Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e steps in right there. A pre-wash with thick, long-clinging foam pulls road film, bug splatter and loose grit off the surface before the first contact wash starts. The result is a far safer wash that keeps your paint swirl-free for the long run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThick, long-clinging foam for an effective pre-wash.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Rich-Foam formula is dialled in for maximum foam, whether you're running a foam lance on a pressure washer or a foam attachment on the garden hose. The foam sticks to the paint, runs off slowly and gets enough dwell time to break dirt down chemically before you rinse it away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH-neutral and coating-safe for modern protection layers.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Rich-Foam shampoo won't touch wax or ceramic sealants. The pH-neutral range looks after the protection you've laid down and helps coatings, waxes and polymer sealants last. You can use it on freshly sealed cars without a second thought.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-yield concentration in 1 and 5 litres.\u003c\/strong\u003e XTREME Rich-Foam Shampoo comes in 1-litre and 5-litre containers. In the foam lance you can vary the concentration — more or less shampoo depending on how dirty the car is. For high-volume operations the 5-litre container is the more economical option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay-to-day from Detailing1:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the Rich-Foam shampoo as the first step in a low-contact pre-wash routine: lay the foam down, let it dwell for 3–5 minutes (don't let it dry), rinse off at low pressure, then carry on with the mitt and fresh shampoo in the 2-bucket method. This two-stage approach cuts down the amount of dirt you drag around during the contact wash hugely. In summer or under direct sun, shorten the dwell time, otherwise the product dries on hot paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRich-Foam formula and foam tech — why thick foam is more than just a good look\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFoam in the wash often gets written off as eye candy — loads of foam looks professional, but does it actually do more? The honest answer is: yes, but not for the reasons most people think. Cleaning power comes from the surfactants in the shampoo, not the foam itself. What thick, long-clinging foam buys you is time: it keeps the surfactant-rich shampoo on the paint longer, stretches the dwell time, and lets the chemistry break down dirt better before the rinse water carries it off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME Rich-Foam Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e uses a formula that, dosed right in the foam lance, produces unusually dense, coherent foam. The bubbles burst slowly — the foam stays put on the paint for several minutes instead of running straight off. That's trickier to formulate than just \"lots of soap\", because the foam has to be dense enough to cling and fine enough to lay down evenly at the same time. Coarse bubbles burst fast and spread the cleaner unevenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone running a car with a fresh ceramic coating tends to wonder whether a foam shampoo might damage it. With pH-neutral products the answer is clear: no. Alkaline shampoos with pH \u0026gt; 9 can attack the polymer structure of ceramic coatings and wear down the hydrophobic properties over time. pH-neutral products like XTREME Rich-Foam Shampoo have no chemical affinity for the Si-O bonds of ceramic coatings and leave them untouched. That matters most for cars that get a professional coating regularly and need their lifespan maxed out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne detail worth knowing: compatibility with different foam-lance types. Foam lances for pressure washers (typically Kärcher, Nilfisk) build more foam density through the nozzle than foam attachments for garden hoses. The Rich-Foam shampoo works in both systems, but paired with a quality high-pressure foam lance it delivers its best. The concentration in the lance bottle should be varied between 1:5 and 1:10 depending on the model — a quick test on a small panel shows you fast which dose gives the best foam density for your gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're reaching for the Rich-Foam shampoo for the first time, start on a clean test panel to find the right dose for your own foam lance. Depending on water hardness, water pressure and lance model, the ideal mix ratio shifts. Too dilute and you get little foam; too concentrated and it dries early and leaves streaks. The dosing guide on the bottle is a good starting point, but a personal trial run gets you the best result for your specific kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the chemistry inside XTREME Rich-Foam Shampoo: it uses anionic surfactants as the main cleaning component, backed up by foam-boosting additives. Anionic surfactants have a strong affinity for oily soiling like road film, grease and bug residue — the most common kinds of dirt on car paint. The surfactant molecules wrap around dirt particles and form micelles that disperse in the water and get carried off in the rinse. That mechanism works regardless of the foam — but the longer dwell time the foam gives you lets the surfactants wrap the dirt fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing Rich-Foam shampoo right — foam lance, 2-bucket method and hand wash\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe best approach depends on the kit you've got. With a foam lance on a pressure washer: fill the lance with shampoo diluted 1:5 to 1:10, foam the dry car from top to bottom, let it dwell 3–5 minutes, rinse off at medium pressure top to bottom. Then a normal contact wash with a fresh wash bucket and mitt. You can use the Rich-Foam shampoo for that second step too — or, for the best of both, combine it with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-xtreme-ceramic-activeshampoo-autoshampoo\"\u003eSONAX XTREME Ceramic ActiveShampoo\u003c\/a\u003e for the contact wash, which adds extra Si-Carbon care components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the straight 2-bucket method without a foam lance: put 30–50 ml of Rich-Foam shampoo into 10 litres of water in the wash bucket, foam it up with the pressure washer or garden spray to help build the suds. Dip the mitt into the shampoo water, wash the car panel by panel from top to bottom, and rinse the mitt in the clean-water bucket between panels (two-bucket method) so you don't carry dirt back onto the paint. The Rich-Foam shampoo throws enough foam even in a classic bucket wash for a silky-smooth glide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you do seasonal washes — say the first wash after winter, when road-salt residue and thaw grime cover the underbody and wheel arches — pair the Rich-Foam shampoo with a separate underbody shampoo or engine cleaner. The Rich-Foam shampoo is built for the visible paintwork, not for scrubbing out underbody sections. Keep the jobs cleanly separated and you get the best result: Rich-Foam for the bodywork, dedicated underbody products for the rough areas underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCars with a ceramic coating or polymer sealant benefit especially from the Rich-Foam shampoo's pH-neutral formula. Alkaline shampoos used regularly can wear down a sealant's hydrophobic properties step by step — pH-neutral products keep them intact. If you wash your own car often and want a sealant to last for months, stick to pH-neutral shampoos only. The Rich-Foam shampoo is compatible with all common ceramic coatings, wax layers and polymer sealants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWash results and where it fits — what a Rich-Foam shampoo can do\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a full Rich-Foam pre-wash and contact wash, the car comes out streak-free clean with a light wet gloss that dries down to evenly bright paint. The shampoo leaves no residue and no white streaky film — a problem some cheap shampoos throw up in hard water. The Rich-Foam shampoo is well suited to hard-water regions too, because the formulation keeps limescale settling on the paint to a minimum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor heavily soiled cars — lots of road salt in winter, heavy bug residue in summer, brake-dust build-up around the wheel arches — the Rich-Foam shampoo alone isn't enough. A chemical pre-treatment with an active cleaner or a bug remover before foaming is needed in those cases. The Rich-Foam shampoo then handles the pre-loosened dirt in the second step. As an all-weather base shampoo for regularly maintained cars with average everyday soiling, the Rich-Foam shampoo is completely up to the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne angle rarely discussed with car shampoos: the scent. In professional settings, strong-smelling shampoos can get wearing over a long day in enclosed spaces. XTREME Rich-Foam Shampoo has a subtle, fresh smell of its own that won't bother you at work. That's a detail that makes a difference over hours of daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor pros in the car-wash trade, the 5-litre container is an economical setup. At a dose of 50 ml per wash (foam lance), a 5-litre container covers 100 cars. That works out to about 34 cents of product per car — an order of magnitude that's easy to budget for and barely registers in the total cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShampoo comparison — Rich-Foam vs. Foam+Seal vs. FoamGiant vs. Ceramic Active\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe SONAX XTREME shampoo range covers different needs with different products. \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME Rich-Foam Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e is the pure wash shampoo — maximum foam performance for a careful pre-wash, with no added sealant. If you want to top up the protection layer with every wash, reach for \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-xtreme-foam-seal-schaumversiegelung-autoshampoo-versiegelung\"\u003eSONAX XTREME Foam+Seal\u003c\/a\u003e: it carries a polymer sealant component that goes on with every wash and builds the paint's hydrophobicity bit by bit. The trade-off: it leaves a light build-up film that can cause slight hazing with frequent use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond the differences in foam tech, surface compatibility matters too. XTREME Rich-Foam Shampoo is suited to painted surfaces, chrome, glass and plastic exterior parts. For wheels, a separate wheel cleaner is the way to go, since wheels usually carry more brake dust and grease than a standard shampoo can shift efficiently. The usual day-to-day call: pre-treat the wheels with wheel cleaner first, then foam the whole car with the Rich-Foam shampoo — that way the wheel grime doesn't get carried onto the bodywork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-xtreme-foamgiant-shampoo-autoshampoo\"\u003eSONAX XTREME FoamGiant Shampoo\u003c\/a\u003e is also built for maximum foam, but optimised for pro foam lances and pressure-pot systems. Its viscosity and concentration differ slightly from the Rich-Foam shampoo, which gives different results depending on the foam-lance type. A direct comparison on your own gear gives the best answer to which product works better for your specific kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe question of rinsing after the foam pass deserves attention too. Rinsing the foam off fully before the contact wash matters, so the mitt works on the cleanest surface possible in the second step — not on a mix of foam and the dirt trapped in it. If you're working with hard water, a very light final rinse with deionised water at the end helps avoid limescale spots when drying. But that's about drying management after the wash, not the shampoo itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSONAX XTREME Ceramic ActiveShampoo, by contrast, has a different focus: it carries Si-Carbon tech for coating-safe care and is the shampoo of choice for ceramic-coated cars that should get a Si-Carbon top-up with every wash. If you just want to wash an uncoated car clean, the Rich-Foam shampoo has you fully covered; if you want to fold coating care into the wash, the Ceramic ActiveShampoo serves you better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho the SONAX Rich-Foam Shampoo is the right pick for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rich-Foam shampoo is the entry-level shampoo for anyone who wants to step up their wash routine with a foam pre-wash. If you own a pressure washer or a foam lance and want to cut out the swirl-creating moments of the contact wash, the Rich-Foam shampoo is the right product for the pre-wash step. It's easy to dose, versatile, and sits in a price bracket that's no financial hurdle even for regular users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor operations cleaning customer cars regularly and caring about gentle paint care, the 5-litre container is the right size. The scalable dosing gives you the freedom to adjust shampoo concentration as needed — from a light routine wash to a heavier pre-clean ahead of a polishing pass. For home users without a pressure washer, the Rich-Foam shampoo in the 1-litre container is the way to go. With a simple foam attachment for the garden hose you can run a foam pre-wash without a pressure washer too — the foam density isn't quite as impressive, but it's enough for a far safer contact wash than going in without a pre-wash. Even on a parking lot with a single bucket and a microfibre wash mitt, the Rich-Foam shampoo works fine as a normal wash soap — you don't get the full foam benefit then, but the cleaning power and coating compatibility stay intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a verified SONAX dealer, Detailing1 keeps the XTREME Rich-Foam Shampoo in both container sizes permanently in stock and recommends it as the base shampoo for any car-wash workflow that values paint-safe cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SONAX","offers":[{"title":"1000 ml \/ 1 liter","offer_id":49160879702351,"sku":"D1-SNX-02483000","price":11.19,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 liters","offer_id":49310954193231,"sku":"D1-SNX-2485000","price":34.71,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/Sonax-XTREME-RichFoam-Shampoo-Auto-Shampoo-1-Liter-1.png?v=1721514365"},{"product_id":"sonax-xtreme-ceramic-activeshampoo-autoshampoo","title":"XTREME Ceramic Active-Shampoo Car Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEvery wash is a ceramic-protection upgrade — SONAX XTREME Ceramic ActiveShampoo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat can a car shampoo with Si-Carbon technology actually do? The Ceramic shampoo from SONAX's XTREME line lays down silicon-dioxide particles on the paint with every hand wash, building a water- and dirt-repelling ceramic protection layer as it goes — cleaning and protection in a single step.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you wash your car by hand regularly, you spend a lot of time at the bucket — and you get no added protection out of it when you reach for an ordinary shampoo. The \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME Ceramic ActiveShampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e changes that equation: the 500 ml concentrate uses Si-Carbon technology to actively build ceramic protection on paint, glass, plastic and chrome while you wash. Every wash reinforces the protective film instead of just maintaining it or stripping it back. That's the conceptual difference from classic shampoos, which neither build up a coating nor actively top up an existing one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning and ceramic protection in one step.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Ceramic ActiveShampoo pairs strong cleaning power with active protection build-up: while the foam pulls road grime, bug splatter and brake dust off the surface, Si-Carbon particles settle onto it. The result once it dries: a freshly washed car that beads harder than it did before the wash. No separate sealing step needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks with existing ceramic coatings and paint sealants.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Ceramic ActiveShampoo is formulated so it won't attack or strip existing hard waxes, polymer sealants or ceramic coatings. Instead it tops them up: every wash lifts dirt and feeds the existing protection layer with fresh Si-Carbon particles. If you already run a coating, use this shampoo as a maintenance product that actively strengthens the coating between refreshes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGoes a long way thanks to the concentrated formula.\u003c\/strong\u003e You dose 50 ml into 10 litres of warm water — so the 500 ml bottle gives you about 10 full hand washes for a normal car. Compared with conventional shampoos at a similar dilution, the Ceramic ActiveShampoo delivers far more for the same amount: each of those 10 washes doubles as a protection top-up that an ordinary shampoo skips entirely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay-to-day from Detailing1:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Ceramic ActiveShampoo does its best protection work on clean, dry paint. Always rinse heavy grime off cold before the wash — that stops loose grit from scratching the paint while you work. For maximum ceramic build-up after the wash, dry the car with an absorbent microfibre drying towel rather than letting it sheet off: drying works the Si-Carbon particles more evenly into the surface. If you want to push it even further, finish the wash with a spritz of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-xtreme-ceramic-quickdetailer-quick-detailer\"\u003eSONAX XTREME Ceramic QuickDetailer\u003c\/a\u003e on the wet paint before it dries — that doubles the protective film for no extra effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSi-Carbon technology — how the Ceramic ActiveShampoo builds ceramic protection with every wash\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSi-Carbon technology is the backbone of the \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME Ceramic ActiveShampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e. The term describes a formula built on silicon-dioxide particles (SiO₂) — the same base material used in professional ceramic coatings. The difference from a classic coating lies in the size and form of the particles: professional coatings use reactive SiO₂ compounds that bond chemically with the paint and form a permanently hard protection layer. The Ceramic ActiveShampoo carries smaller Si-Carbon particles suspended in the shampoo emulsion; they physically settle on the surface during the wash and form a slick, hydrophobic protection layer as the water evaporates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis deposited layer is less durable than a chemically bonded coating, but it delivers fresh protection with every wash. The system is cumulative: the more regularly you wash the car with the Ceramic ActiveShampoo, the more evenly and thickly the protective film builds. Three to five washes are usually enough to get a clearly improved lotus effect and stronger beading — comparable to a mild polymer sealant. With steady weekly washing over a few months you reach a stable protection level that lasts longer between washes than bare paint would.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHow the Ceramic ActiveShampoo gets on with different surfaces matters in practice. Si-Carbon technology is designed for paint-pH compatibility — the shampoo sits in the neutral to slightly alkaline range, which suits all common automotive paints. For coated surfaces it's crucial that the shampoo carries no aggressive surfactants that would strip a coating: the Ceramic ActiveShampoo is built exactly for that — gentle enough to preserve a coating, strong enough to lift road grime. On glass, the silicon-dioxide layer also feeds the lotus effect and helps water clear the windscreen faster in the rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne common misunderstanding about Si-Carbon technology: the Ceramic ActiveShampoo is no substitute for a professional ceramic coating. It can neither replicate nor replace the chemically bonded, long-term protection of a two-year coating. Its strength lies in a different concept: regular, no-fuss protection with every wash — no separate sealing step, no cure time, no special kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing the Ceramic ActiveShampoo — dosing, foam and the right sequence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsing the Ceramic ActiveShampoo right starts with the dose: 50 ml of concentrate to 10 litres of warm water. That mix gives you enough foam for a mid-sized car and enough Si-Carbon particles for an even protection build-up. Skimping on shampoo saves product, sure, but it also drops the concentration of active ceramic particles and with it the protection — under-dosing is the most common mistake people make with the Ceramic ActiveShampoo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe recommended sequence: first pre-rinse the car with clean cold water to lift heavy dirt and sand grains. Then, with your mixed Ceramic ActiveShampoo and a wash mitt (lambswool or microfibre), work top to bottom — roof, windows, bonnet, sides, then sills and bumpers last. For heavily soiled areas like sills and wheel arches, keep a separate bucket of fresh shampoo solution so grit from the arches doesn't get dragged onto the paint (two-bucket method). After washing, rinse thoroughly with clean water until no shampoo is left.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrying matters more with this product than with a classic shampoo: because the Si-Carbon particles stay behind on the surface as the water film evaporates, even drying is key to an even protective film. A quality microfibre drying towel with enough absorbency (at least 400 g\/m²) makes sure no water spots form that could disturb how the particles are spread. Never just let the car sheet off and air-dry after the wash if you want maximum protection — running water pulls the Si-Carbon particles into rivulets and spreads them unevenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ceramic ActiveShampoo is strictly for hand washing — not for machine washes or the pressure washer. The heavy foaming would cause trouble in automatic wash lines; on top of that, physical application by wash mitt is needed to rub the Si-Carbon particles across the surface and work them in properly. The brushes in a drive-through wash don't give you that — the even contact pressure of the mitt is what makes the protection build up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCeramic protection through washing — beading, durability and compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe most noticeable result after washing with the Ceramic ActiveShampoo is the changed beading. You feel the difference on bare paint after the very first wash: water beads and clears faster, the contact angles between the droplets and the paint grow, and the lotus effect is clearly stronger than after a wash with a non-protecting shampoo. Every further wash intensifies the effect until it reaches a stable plateau — typically after three to five washes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHow long the protective film lasts between washes depends heavily on conditions. In normal city use (garage or carport parking, average rain exposure) the built-up film holds for two to four weeks at a level well above bare paint. With hard mileage, motorway runs that throw up bugs and stone chips, or salt exposure in winter, the film weathers faster — which makes the regular wash, the one that builds and renews protection automatically, all the more important. In that sense the Ceramic ActiveShampoo is a system: not a one-off treatment but a routine product that earns its protection through regularity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn glass — windscreen, side windows, tailgate — Si-Carbon technology shows a particularly handy side effect: at speeds from 60 km\/h water clears far faster, because the silicon-dioxide layer raises the contact angle between water and glass. Wash the car regularly with the Ceramic ActiveShampoo and you get better rain run-off on the glass too, with no separate glass sealant. The effect on glass is smaller than with a dedicated glass sealant, but for everyday drivers doing quick washes it's a welcome bonus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEspecially relevant for owners with existing coatings: the Ceramic ActiveShampoo won't attack hard waxes, polymer sealants or chemically bonded ceramic coatings. You can run it as a wash-maintenance shampoo on coated cars without a second thought. The Si-Carbon particles settle on the existing coating and boost its hydrophobicity between the regular refreshes. If you run a professional ceramic coating and keep it topped up, you can slot the Ceramic ActiveShampoo into the maintenance workflow as your everyday wash — no fear of compromising the pricier coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCeramic ActiveShampoo compared — vs. ordinary shampoo and vs. foam sealant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSet against a classic shampoo with no protection components, the primary value of the Ceramic ActiveShampoo is clear: an ordinary shampoo cleans and rinses — nothing more. It builds no protection, keeps no protection, and can even knock it back a little when its surfactants temporarily change the paint's surface energy. The 500 ml Ceramic ActiveShampoo costs a bit more than a plain shampoo, but it delivers active protection at the same time. On a price-per-wash basis (about 10 washes from 500 ml) the extra cost per wash is small and the added value substantial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAgainst the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-xtreme-foam-seal-schaumversiegelung-autoshampoo-versiegelung\"\u003eSONAX XTREME Foam+Seal \"foam sealant\"\u003c\/a\u003e there are clear positioning differences: Foam+Seal is also a shampoo with a protection component, but it leans harder into the sealing side — it carries polymer waxes that build a thicker, more hydrophobic layer per application, though it also needs a cleaner surface for the foam to key to. The Ceramic ActiveShampoo aims its protection formula at the Si-Carbon particles and builds a finer film tuned for ceramic compatibility. If you run a coating: Ceramic ActiveShampoo. If you run no coating and want maximum sealing out of a shampoo: Foam+Seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAgainst the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-xtreme-richfoam-shampoo-autoshampoo\"\u003eSONAX XTREME Rich-Foam Shampoo\u003c\/a\u003e you get a different profile: the Rich-Foam Shampoo is all about foam volume and slickness as its primary traits — ideal for the two-bucket method and soft-wax paint care, with no active protection component. It cleans very thoroughly and suits sensitive paint especially, where leaving no residue after the rinse is what counts. The Ceramic ActiveShampoo has slightly more residue potential from the Si-Carbon particles, which are meant to stay on the surface by design — on very soft, sensitive paint or on cars you plan to polish straight after the wash, the Rich-Foam can be the better call.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying a car shampoo with ceramic protection — who the Ceramic ActiveShampoo is right for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME Ceramic ActiveShampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e is the ideal pick for owners who wash by hand regularly and want to build protection along the way — with no extra time for a separate sealing step. Wash your car every week or two and you invest no extra time, yet after a handful of washes you get clearly better beading and a visibly deeper gloss. For this group the Ceramic ActiveShampoo is the most efficient protection product for the effort and cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor owners with existing ceramic coatings the Ceramic ActiveShampoo is the recommended pick for wash-maintenance between the yearly coating refreshes. Because the shampoo carries no aggressive surfactants and actively feeds the coating with Si-Carbon particles, regular use noticeably extends the coating's lifespan and how well it holds up. A combo of weekly washing with the Ceramic ActiveShampoo and a monthly refresh with the SONAX XTREME Ceramic QuickDetailer keeps the coating in top shape long-term, with no pricey pro applications between the regular service intervals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor new-car owners the Ceramic ActiveShampoo is an ideal way into structured paint protection: start out washing with a shampoo that actively builds protection and you end up, over the long run, with paint in better shape than someone who only starts protecting years later — by which point the surface has already oxidised deeper.\n\nWhere the Ceramic ActiveShampoo is less suited: cars washed only in automatic wash lines, and situations where the car is polished or freshly coated right after the wash — there a residue-free shampoo with no protection components is the better fit. It's also not meant for cleaning wheels, tyres and suspension parts; for those, reach for the matching specialist cleaners in the SONAX range. As a verified SONAX stockist, Detailing1 carries the XTREME Ceramic ActiveShampoo permanently — on its own and as part of wash-set recommendations. 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The 2-in-1 sealing shampoo with foam formula gently cleans, refreshes existing sealants, creates a beading effect, and accelerates drying – for foam lances and foam sprayers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNormal car shampoo cleans the vehicle — and that's it. What if you could build up a protective layer on the paint or refresh an existing sealant while washing? That's exactly what \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME Foam+Seal\u003c\/strong\u003e promises: a sealing shampoo that, with a foam formula, creates a dense carpet on the vehicle, loosens dirt, restores maximum shine, and forms a water- and dirt-repellent protective layer — all in a single washing step. The result: a clean vehicle with a beading effect that also dries faster after washing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleans and seals in one step.\u003c\/strong\u003e Foam shampoo and sealant at the same time means: no separate step with wax or spray sealant after washing. The sealing component is deposited on the paint during application and forms a hydrophobic protective layer — simple, efficient, without extra effort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeading effect and faster drying.\u003c\/strong\u003e The deposited sealant layer makes water bead. This is not only visually impressive but also reduces water spots from standing water and makes drying with a drying towel significantly faster. The special drying formula additionally speeds up the process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefreshes existing sealants.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you have already protected your vehicle with a coating or a polymer sealant, Foam+Seal is beneficial as a maintenance shampoo: the sealing components supplement and activate the existing protective layer with every wash — without elaborate post-treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical tip from Detailing1:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foam+Seal achieves its full effect if the foam is allowed to act on the vehicle for a few minutes before you start working with a wash mitt. This gives the sealing component time to deposit evenly on the paint surface. Then rinse thoroughly — standing soap residues interfere with the even buildup of the protective layer. For optimal results, dry the vehicle immediately after washing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSealing Shampoo Technology — how washing and sealing work together\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe concept behind \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME Foam+Seal\u003c\/strong\u003e initially sounds like a contradiction: a shampoo cleans — and in doing so, cleans away what is on the paint. How can it simultaneously build up a protective layer? The answer lies in the formulation. The sealing shampoo contains two active ingredient complexes: a surfactant-based cleaning block that loosens and emulsifies dirt, and a polymer protective component that deposits on contact with the paint — independently of the cleaning process. Dirt and protective polymer adhere to different surfaces and do not interfere with each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe foam is the carrier system for both components. It distributes both the cleaning surfactants and the sealing polymers evenly over the vehicle surface — even in areas that the wash mitt does not reach, such as deep in door handles, spoiler edges, or gap areas. After rinsing, the surfactants are washed away by the water; the sealing polymers adhere to the paint and form a thin, even protective layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis protective layer is not comparable to a complete polymer sealant or a ceramic coating — the layer thickness is thinner and the durability is correspondingly shorter. What Foam+Seal does is to regularly refresh the protective effect: If you treat the vehicle every second or third wash with Foam+Seal, you maintain a continuous basic sealant on the paint that withstands weathering, dirt deposits, and UV light significantly better than an unprotected paint finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFoam+Seal is particularly interesting for vehicles that are already sealed with a coating. Many coating manufacturers recommend specific maintenance shampoos that do not overlay the coating surface with wax. Foam+Seal contains no carnauba wax components that could negatively affect coatings — it is a pure polymer maintenance product and therefore coating-compatible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother advantage over separate products: Those who previously washed separately and then re-sealed with a spray wax or quick detailer save the second step with Foam+Seal. The time saving per wash is small — perhaps 10–15 minutes — but over a year, this is a noticeable relief in vehicle care, without sacrificing protective effect. This makes the product particularly attractive for vehicle owners who wash consistently but do not want to deal intensively with detailing products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplying Foam+Seal correctly — foam lance, foam sprayer and optimal dwell time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the best results, application via a foam lance on a high-pressure cleaner is suitable. Fill the concentrate into the reservoir according to the manufacturer's instructions, spray the vehicle completely with foam, and let it dwell for 3–5 minutes. Then work with a soft wash mitt or sponge — the foam in the mitt reduces friction and protects the paint. Afterwards, rinse thoroughly with clear water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe hand foam sprayer is the alternative without a high-pressure cleaner. It generates fine foam that is applied directly to the vehicle and worked in with a mitt. The cleaning performance is comparable; the foam carpet is slightly less dense than with a foam lance, but for the sealing effect, this is irrelevant — the polymers deposit regardless of foam density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want maximum sealing effect, you can briefly rinse the vehicle with clear water after washing and dry it immediately with a nanofiber drying towel — without post-treatment. The protective layer is already on the paint at this point. Drying activates the sealing polymers and ensures even distribution. A vehicle that simply air-dries after a Foam+Seal wash already shows the beading effect during drying: water contracts into drops instead of standing flat on the paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRegarding application temperature: As with all sealing products, the vehicle should not be treated when it is too hot or when it is freezing. The optimal application temperature is between 10 and 30 degrees Celsius. At hot outdoor temperatures or in direct sunlight, the foam dries too quickly — the polymers then deposit unevenly. Choose the shade or the cooler hours of the day for best results. In freezing temperatures, the product should not be used, as the polymers will not cure correctly at low temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA practical question about yield: How many washes does one bottle provide? This depends on the vehicle size and equipment configuration. As a guideline: with normal dosage for a foam lance, a standard bottle is sufficient for well over ten complete vehicle washes — economical enough to use Foam+Seal as a regular everyday shampoo, without having to think about the costs every time you wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBeading effect and protective action — what Foam+Seal delivers in practice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThose who use a sealing shampoo like Foam+Seal for the first time often notice an immediate visible beading effect after washing. Water beads off the paint in small spheres — the lotus effect of the applied polymer protective layer is noticeable directly after the first wash. This effect is initially moderate and builds up with regular use over several washes: those who consistently use Foam+Seal accumulate a thicker polymer layer on the paint over time, which creates an increasingly strong beading effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe drying formula is a detail that makes more of a difference in everyday life than expected. Who doesn't know the problem: vehicle washed, now comes the drying — ten minutes with the drying towel until all surfaces are dry and streak-free. With the deposited sealant layer and the accelerated drying formula, water runs off faster; less water film remains on the paint and drying with the drying towel takes significantly less time. A small detail, but those who wash regularly appreciate every time advantage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImportant: Foam+Seal is not a substitute for a full polymer sealant or a ceramic coating. The protective layer that the shampoo builds up with each wash is thin and lasts between washes under normal conditions. If you are looking for long-lasting protection that lasts for months or longer, you need a dedicated sealant. Foam+Seal is the right product for maintenance between full sealant applications — it maintains the protection that a base sealant has built up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA common misunderstanding: If the beading diminishes after a few weeks without washing, it does not mean that the protective effect is gone. The thin polymer layer is still present, but it is reduced by dirt, water spots, and UV exposure. Another wash with Foam+Seal immediately brings back the beading effect because new polymers are applied to the cleaned surface. This is the difference from \"wearing out\" a full sealant: Foam+Seal is reapplied with each wash and thus builds itself up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSealing shampoo comparison — Foam+Seal, Reload Shampoo and Ceramic Active-Shampoo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe SONAX XTREME portfolio offers several shampoos with additional protective functions. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-reload-shampoo-versiegelungsshampoo\"\u003ePROFILINE Reload Shampoo\u003c\/a\u003e is a sealing shampoo from the PROFILINE series and is aimed at professional users who are looking for a stronger sealing component in the shampoo — it complements professional coatings and is designed for long durability. Foam+Seal, on the other hand, is more broadly accessible and designed for the average car owner who wants to build up protection easily and without extra effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-xtreme-ceramic-activeshampoo-autoshampoo\"\u003eXTREME Ceramic Active-Shampoo\u003c\/a\u003e contains ceramic active ingredients and is particularly suitable for vehicles with existing ceramic coatings — it activates and complements the ceramic surface with every wash. Foam+Seal uses polymeric active ingredients without ceramic content and is therefore the more universally applicable product — also for non-ceramic sealed vehicles or vehicles without an existing sealant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor vehicles with a fresh ceramic sealant, we recommend the Ceramic Active-Shampoo for maintenance use. For all other vehicles — unsealed, wax-sealed or polymer-sealed — Foam+Seal is the most effective and easiest way to build and maintain protection with every wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother comparable product from a different product category are classic spray waxes, which are applied to the still-wet vehicle after washing. These often produce a slightly stronger shine effect and a thicker protective layer per application — but they require an additional step and an additional product. Foam+Seal makes exactly that superfluous. Those who choose between spray wax after washing and Foam+Seal as a washing shampoo essentially decide for or against the extra effort. Both variants are valid — Foam+Seal is the more convenient, spray wax potentially the more intensive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying Sealing Shampoo — for whom is SONAX XTREME Foam+Seal worthwhile?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSONAX XTREME Foam+Seal is ideal for vehicle owners who want to make their car care as efficient as possible: washing and protecting at the same time, without planning a separate sealing step. The product is particularly useful for drivers who wash their vehicle weekly or every two weeks — the cumulative effect of the polymers becomes significantly better with regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor vehicles without an existing full sealant, Foam+Seal is an easy introduction to sealant care: no polishing machine needed, no elaborate coating, no curing times. Simply use it during normal washing and build up a basic protective layer with each application. The result is not comparable to a high-quality ceramic coating — but it is significantly better than no protection at all, with the least possible additional effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor new cars or freshly polished vehicles, Foam+Seal is an excellent way to protect the good condition of the paint from the start, without carrying out an elaborate sealing treatment. New paints do not yet have ingrained damage and benefit immediately from protection against UV radiation, bird droppings, and industrial fallout, which attack the surface with regular use. With consistent Foam+Seal use, the paint remains in a condition that, even after years, is significantly better than that of a completely unprotected vehicle with the same mileage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe sensible workflow: Use Foam+Seal as a regular washing shampoo, supplementing it every two to three months with a more complete protective treatment — such as the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-xtreme-ceramic-sprayversiegelung-spruehversiegelung\"\u003eSONAX XTREME Ceramic Spray Sealant\u003c\/a\u003e after washing or a quick coating. Foam+Seal maintains the basic protective layer; the supplementary treatment strengthens the protective effect at regular intervals. This is a practical, inexpensive, and effective alternative to expensive full sealants for anyone who wants to permanently protect their paint but doesn't want to polish and seal every weekend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSo, for those who want the best of both worlds — consistent protection buildup through regular washing, supplemented by occasional full sealing — Foam+Seal as an everyday shampoo provides a reliable base. The combination of washing and protecting in one step saves time, money, and effort, without reducing the protective effect to zero. For this application, Foam+Seal is the practical sealing principle: always a little better, with every wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis sealing shampoo is therefore one of the most sensible decisions for anyone who wants to achieve a lasting difference in the protection status of their vehicle with a single change in the washing workflow — away from normal shampoo, towards sealing shampoo. No additional product, no additional step, no learning curve. Simply replace the previous shampoo and start building in protection from the first wash. This makes Foam+Seal one of the most valuable everyday products in the detailing portfolio — not because it is the strongest product, but because it is the most consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinal recommendation: Start with a thorough basic cleaning of the vehicle before using Foam+Seal for the first time — on a cleanly degreased paint, the sealing polymers will deposit more evenly and with stronger adhesion than on a paint burdened with residues. Anyone who thoroughly degreases and cleans their vehicle before the first Foam+Seal application starts with an optimal basis for continuous protection. 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This 2-in-1 product combines shampoo and sealant to not only provide your car with a deep clean but also long-lasting protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEffective Cleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Effortlessly removes dirt and deposits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-lasting Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated sealant ensures shiny and protected surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle on Surfaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e pH-neutral formula protects paint and materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEasy Application for Best Results\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NAP Care \"CAR-CLEAN\" car shampoo is particularly easy to use. Mix a little shampoo with water, lather, and apply to the vehicle. The powerful cleaning formula removes even stubborn dirt, while the integrated sealant protects the surface and makes it shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDeep Cleaning and Protection in One Step\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith NAP Care \"CAR-CLEAN\", you save time and effort. The shampoo cleans and seals at the same time, so your car is not only clean but also optimally protected. The pH-neutral formula is safe for all vehicle surfaces, including paint, glass, and chrome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect Care for Your Vehicle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NAP Care \"CAR-CLEAN\" car shampoo is the ideal choice for anyone who values thorough cleaning and long-lasting protection. The formula contains high-quality ingredients that ensure gentle and effective care. 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This set contains everything you need to make your car shine inside and out: \u003cstrong\u003ecar shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eglass cleaner\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ewheel cleaner\u003c\/strong\u003e. With these high-quality products, you can effortlessly achieve professional results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComprehensive Cleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e: From paint care to streak-free window cleaning and gleaming wheels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Application\u003c\/strong\u003e: User-friendly formulations for quick and effective results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Results\u003c\/strong\u003e: High-quality ingredients ensure a shiny and well-maintained vehicle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThorough Cleaning with NAP Care Car Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/nap-care-car-clean-autoshampoo-versiegelung\" title='NAP Care \"CAR-CLEAN\" Car Shampoo'\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNAP Care Car Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e combines cleaning power with a protective sealant that protects your vehicle's paint and gives it a long-lasting shine. The gentle formula removes dirt and impurities without damaging the delicate paint surface. Regular use ensures a radiant appearance and a resistant surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Clear Vision with NAP Care Glass Cleaner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/nap-care-glass-clean-glasreiniger\" title='NAP Care \"GLASS-CLEAN\" Glass Cleaner'\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNAP Care Glass Cleaner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e ensures streak-free cleaning of your vehicle windows. Its powerful formula effortlessly removes dirt, insect residue, and other deposits. The cleaner is easy to use and leaves no residue, so you always have a clear view, which is especially important for road safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRadiant Rims with NAP Care Wheel Cleaner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/nap-care-rim-clean-felgen-gelreiniger-flugrostentferner\" title='NAP Care \"RIM-CLEAN\" Wheel Cleaner'\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNAP Care Wheel Cleaner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is specially formulated to remove stubborn brake dust, road grime, and rust film from your rims. Its effective combination of active ingredients ensures thorough cleaning without attacking the rim surface. Your rims will shine with new luster and give your car a well-maintained overall appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"NAP Care","offers":[{"title":"3x 500ml sets","offer_id":49394701173071,"sku":"D1-NAP-SET","price":54.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/nap-care-autopflege-set-autoshampoo-glasreiniger-felgenreiniger.png?v=1722437030"},{"product_id":"koch-chemie-ceramic-effect-shampoo-ces-autoshampoo-versiegelung","title":"Ceramic Effect Shampoo \"Ces\" Maintenance Shampoo with Long-Term Sealant Effect","description":"\u003ch2 id=\"speakable-headline\"\u003eRefresh your coating with every wash using the Koch-Chemie Ces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote id=\"speakable-summary\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is the Koch-Chemie Ces? A pH 6 maintenance shampoo with an SiO₂ component that cleans and lays down a hydrophobic polymer film on paint, glass and plastic in one step. Not a replacement for a full ceramic coating, but a booster for cars that are already coated.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp id=\"speakable-definition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Ces\u003c\/strong\u003e is a maintenance shampoo with a sealant effect from Koch-Chemie in Unna, built on a combination of a mild surfactant system and SiO₂-based care components. While the surfactants pull road film, bug splatter and loose brake dust off the paint, the silicon-rich polymers settle out during the rinse and form a thin, strongly water-repellent protective film. The result is wet paint that water rolls off in tight beads, and a depth of gloss a standard shampoo just doesn't give you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/d1_koch-chemie-ceramic-effect-shampoo-ces-autoshampoo-versiegelung_hero.png?v=1778625623\" alt=\"Koch-Chemie Ceramic Effect Shampoo \" ces maintenance shampoo sealant in front of the detailing1 showroom loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning and protective film in a single rinse.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 1:200 (50 ml to 10 l of water) a 1000 ml bottle is good for around 20 full washes — so about 1.35 EUR of product per wash. You save yourself the separate quick detailer or spray sealant after every wash, because the hydrophobic effect comes straight out of the wash bucket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH 6, cleared for coatings, waxes and polishes.\u003c\/strong\u003e The slightly acidic pH attacks neither ceramic coatings nor classic carnauba waxes. The Ces is built specifically for cars that are already protected with Ceramic Body, Spray Sealant or a comparable coating — and it can measurably extend their lifespan instead of stripping it the way alkaline shampoos do.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSiO₂ care film on paint, glass and plastic.\u003c\/strong\u003e The sealant effect works on every clear-coated, smooth exterior surface — so on windows, piano-black trim and ABS plastics too. One shampoo, one bucket, the whole car. No switching products, no risk of hitting the wrong surface with the wrong chemistry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay-to-day from Detailing1:\u003c\/strong\u003e You lose the sealant effect if you let the car air-dry after the wash. The SiO₂ component is still wet on the paint right after the rinse — it needs the mechanical pressure of a soft drying towel to spread evenly and bond. Without that wipe step you get water spots instead of gloss. So plan an extra 5–10 minutes for a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/soft99-max-wash-4pockets-trockenhandtuch\"\u003elarge microfibre drying towel\u003c\/a\u003e and work section by section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePre-rinsed. Two buckets. One layer.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ces gives its best result with the two-bucket method: a wash bucket with 50 ml of Ces to 10 l of warm water, a separate rinse bucket with clean water, and a high-pile \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/koch-chemie-microfaser-handschuh-set-oktopus-waschhandschuh\"\u003emicrofibre wash mitt\u003c\/a\u003e. The second bucket keeps the dirt out of the wash bucket — that protects the paint from wash marks and makes sure every section gets worked with a clean foam concentration. Skip the second bucket and you drag the coarsest dirt particles over the paint again and again, picking up the swirls the Ces can no longer level out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlways pre-rinse before the shampoo. A pressure washer or garden hose flushes off loose sand and road salt. Skip it and you drag the coarse particles across the paint with the mitt and pick up micro-scratches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith heavy soiling or a layer of bugs, run a pre-cleaner as snow foam first, otherwise the Ces works past its care component. Cars with baked-on pollen or Saharan dust need that pre-clean, no way around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlways work on shaded, cool paint — not in the sun, not on a warm bonnet. Otherwise the foam dries on, leaves water spots, and the sealant effect builds up unevenly. Top to bottom, section by section, rinse each section on its own — the polymer film only forms during the rinse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat's the key difference from pure cleaning shampoos: with those it doesn't matter how long the foam sits on the paint, with the Ces the result stands or falls on rinsing each section quickly. Foam the whole car and rinse only at the end, and you give away most of the sealant effect and get nothing but a standard cleaning result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne last thing to dial in is the water temperature. Lukewarm water between 25 and 35 °C activates the SiO₂ component better than cold tap water, the foam builds faster and the care film bonds more evenly. With ice-cold water in winter the paint does feel clean after the wash, but the full hydrophobic potential goes unused — better to mix in a bucket of hot water until the mix is hand-warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/d1_koch-chemie-ceramic-effect-shampoo-ces-autoshampoo-versiegelung_anwendung.png?v=1778625630\" alt=\"Koch-Chemie Ceramic Effect Shampoo \" ces maintenance shampoo sealant two-bucket-w loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA care booster with clear limits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ces is Detailing1's first pick as a maintenance shampoo for cars that are already coated — not as a sealant replacement. If you've never laid down a coating, the Ces still gives you a real, visible hydrophobic effect. If you already run a ceramic coating, every wash extends its lifespan by a few weeks, because the SiO₂ care component feeds the original sealant instead of degrading it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe day-to-day reports are strong: on freshly waxed or coated paint the first wash brings a noticeably richer depth of gloss, with water beading off in 3–5 mm drops. Verified buyers at Trusted Shops regularly mention a visible beading effect and a pleasant berry-almond scent — a rarity from a pro-grade maker like Koch-Chemie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHonest about the limits: on unwaxed, uncoated paint the sealant effect lasts about 2–4 weeks, depending on the weather. In constant rain or with road salt in winter, shorter. If you want a permanent coating with 12+ months of lifespan, there's no getting around a proper ceramic coating. If you want to maintain and refresh in between, the Ces is the right call.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you already have an older coating that's slowly getting tired, reach for the specialised \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/koch-chemie-reactivation-shampoo-rs-auto-shampoo-keramikversiegelung\"\u003eKoch-Chemie Reactivation Shampoo\u003c\/a\u003e — it reactivates the SiO₂ bond more deliberately than the Ces. And if you're washing the car right before applying a coating, don't reach for the Ces: the polymer film gets in the way of the new sealant bonding. For that, a neutral prep shampoo with no care component is the right choice, otherwise the prep work was for nothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/d1_koch-chemie-ceramic-effect-shampoo-ces-autoshampoo-versiegelung_ergebnis.png?v=1778625636\" alt=\"Koch-Chemie Ceramic Effect Shampoo \" ces maintenance shampoo sealant beading effect on paint loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho the Ces pays off for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ces is the right call for car owners who wash every 1–2 weeks, want a clean finish, but don't want to wax or coat on a regular basis. You put in 20–30 minutes per wash and get a result that comes surprisingly close to a heavily polished show car — without the polishing step. Especially relevant for high-mileage city drivers, commuters with an underground parking spot, and anyone with a coated car who wants to actively extend its lifespan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLess suited is the Ces for workshops and detailers where pure cleaning power is the priority. For that, the Koch-Chemie Aktivwäsche AW is the stronger pick, because the Ces hits its limits faster with deeply worked-in brake dust and bug splatter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a complete wash workflow for this crowd it looks like this: pre-rinse with a pressure washer, snow foam for the pre-clean if needed, then a two-bucket wash with the Ces. After that, take it off section by section with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/soft99-max-wash-4pockets-trockenhandtuch\"\u003eSoft99 Max Wash drying towel\u003c\/a\u003e — no air-drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the 1L versions, Detailing1 also offers the bundle with a dosing cap — it saves time on the weekly wash and prevents over-dosing. That's the most common mistake with the Ces day-to-day: more shampoo doesn't get you a better effect, just double the consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor high-mileage drivers and multi-car households, the 5L container pays off after roughly 80 washes, because the per-litre price there runs about 30% below the 1L bottle. Wash weekly and it lasts you a good two years, with the extra cost earned back inside half a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne last Detailing1 insight for this crowd: the Ces gets better over time. On the first run on unwaxed paint the hydrophobic effect is visible but moderate. 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That's the point where most buyers switch to the Ces and never give it up — no miracle worker the first time, but a reliable build-up effect across the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/d1_koch-chemie-ceramic-effect-shampoo-ces-autoshampoo-versiegelung_lineup_8212300c-f401-47e5-ba76-e085ed4a6ee6.png?v=1778657751\" alt=\"Koch-Chemie Ceramic Effect Shampoo \" ces maintenance shampoo sealant litre and loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Koch-Chemie","offers":[{"title":"1000 ml \/ 1 liter","offer_id":49670904578383,"sku":"D1-KCX-811001","price":28.82,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000ml + Dosing Cap","offer_id":54599151452495,"sku":"D1-KCX-811001+9998149","price":33.81,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2x 1000ml","offer_id":49670904611151,"sku":"D1-KCX-811001_2","price":57.64,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3x 1000ml","offer_id":49670904643919,"sku":"D1-KCX-811001_3","price":86.46,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 liters","offer_id":49670904676687,"sku":"D1-KCX-811005","price":126.47,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-ceramic-effect-shampoo-ces-autoshampoo-versiegelung_d86bb773-4597-45d8-ad20-b521d3e869a4.png?v=1778623457"},{"product_id":"koch-chemie-rapid-rinseless-wash-rrw-waschen-ohne-abspuehlen","title":"Rapid Rinseless Wash \"Rrw\" — Rinseless Car Wash","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRinseless washing with Koch-Chemie Rapid Rinseless Wash \"Rrw\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet a fast, proper clean with the \u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Rapid Rinseless Wash \"Rrw\".\u003c\/strong\u003e This clever wash lets you clean your car top to bottom without rinsing off afterwards. 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Ideal with a Premium Microfiber Wash Mitt or Sponge – ensures streak-free, gentle care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dr. Wack \"S100\"","offers":[{"title":"1000ml","offer_id":54707238437199,"sku":"D1-DRW-2025","price":21.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2x 1000 mL","offer_id":55724245844303,"sku":"D1-DRW-2025_2","price":49.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3x 1000 mL","offer_id":55724245877071,"sku":"D1-DRW-2025_3","price":74.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"6x 1000 ml","offer_id":55724245909839,"sku":"D1-DRW-2025_6","price":149.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/S100-Power-Bike-Shampoo-1L-2025_1500px.png?v=1742507208"},{"product_id":"koch-chemie-the-finisher-automotive-magicshampoo-pflegeshampoo","title":"THE FINISHER \"MagicShampoo\" Care Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTHE FINISHER × Koch-Chemie „MagicShampoo“ — Care Shampoo for noticeably more gloss \u0026amp; glide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat does MagicShampoo do? — This pH-neutral care shampoo visibly tops up the protection you already have, ramps up the glide that fends off wash marks, gets water beading hard and leaves a deep, slick surface – in a quick hand wash for road and sea.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE FINISHER MagicShampoo care shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e is your easy gloss-and-protect wash for painted surfaces, wraps\/PPF and smooth plastics. Polymer care agents back up the wax, spray and coating layers already on the car, while balanced surfactants safely encapsulate dirt. The result: noticeably more glide, less friction while you wash and a deep, clean finish. In day-to-day car care it's the ideal wash partner after pre-cleaning; out on the water it brings back gelcoat gloss and makes the next clean easier – without leaving the feel greasy and without streaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCares while you wash:\u003c\/strong\u003e Builds noticeable slickness, supports beading\/sheeting and stabilises the protection you already have instead of stripping it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle \u0026amp; efficient:\u003c\/strong\u003e pH-neutral formula with high glide cuts the risk of wash marks during hand washing – especially on dark paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits the system:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect after TropicSnow\/InsectOff and before BodyGuard or JustPerfect; on the boat as a gloss kick after the base wash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003epH-neutral care shampoo – glide additives, dirt removal \u0026amp; protection build-up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH-neutral care shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e like THE FINISHER MagicShampoo care shampoo pairs a gentle surfactant base with caring polymers. When it meets road film, dust and organic residue, particles get locked into micelles, and the glide additives cut the contact friction between your wash mitt and the surface. That's how you keep micro-scratches down, while the care agents dry as a thin film and visually refresh the LSPs you already have (wax, spray sealant, coating): more slickness, deeper gloss, clean water beading. The formula deliberately skips aggressive solvent boosters – that keeps your protection intact and makes the wash forgiving. Matte paint\/wraps stay matte, because the shampoo works without any \"wet-look overload\"; on high-gloss surfaces the effect shows up as a calm, deep shimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAutomotive – hand wash, dosing \u0026amp; compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutomotive\u003c\/strong\u003e hand washing works best in a structured run: pre-clean with TropicSnow and InsectOff, wheels separately with WheelKing, then the two-bucket wash with THE FINISHER MagicShampoo care shampoo. How you go about it: in the shade, cool surface, dose the shampoo per the maker's spec, foam it up in the bucket and wash top to bottom. The high lubrication film keeps the mitt gliding; dirt gets rinsed away safely before you hit the next section. After a thorough rinse, dry with a clean towel. For extra pop you can boost the wet surface with BodyGuard, or reach for JustPerfect once it's dry – both build on the slickness the wash already topped up. MagicShampoo plays nice with waxes, spray sealants and ceramic coatings; it keeps the protection rather than stripping it. For sensitive zones like piano-black trim always work with a fresh towel face, never \"rub\" in circles – the glide does its best work in clean cross-hatch passes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMarine – gelcoat gloss, salt film \u0026amp; easy-to-clean out on the water\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarine\u003c\/strong\u003e surfaces go dull fast after a salty run. First rinse down with fresh water across a wide area so salt and sand particles come off. Then bring in THE FINISHER MagicShampoo care shampoo as your gloss wash: the surfactants lift organic residue, the care agents smooth the gelcoat noticeably, so water sheets off faster later and dirt has a harder time grabbing on. On textured anti-slip decks or rough GRP go with CleanMarine; MagicShampoo belongs on smooth, glossy areas. Keep it off teak, matte zones and textile deck coverings. Work in the shade, let nothing dry on and rinse generously. For vinyl upholstery the routine stays separate (VinylTexClean + VinylGuard); on glass you reach for SeaYou. As a marine finish after the wash, BodyGuard gives the hydrophobic kick that makes the next clean easier, especially after a longer spell sitting in the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions about THE FINISHER × Koch-Chemie „MagicShampoo“ — Care Shampoo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes MagicShampoo strip existing sealants?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It's built pH-neutral and is meant to visibly refresh the wax, spray and coating layers you already have, not remove them – ideal for regular maintenance washes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I run it through a foam cannon too?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's mainly designed for bucket washing. For pre-wash\/foam use TropicSnow; then you wash with MagicShampoo for slickness and protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhich surfaces is it suited for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaint, gelcoat, PPF\/wrapped high-gloss surfaces and smooth plastics. Steer clear of matte paint\/wraps, anti-slip decks, teak and textiles – use other system products there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I prevent wash marks?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork in the shade, take the pre-wash seriously, two-bucket method, fresh wash mitt, rinse often. The high glide of MagicShampoo gives you a clear extra hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it work on boats running in salt water?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. After a thorough fresh-water rinse, MagicShampoo brings back gelcoat slickness and beading. For textured decks and heavy salt load, CleanMarine stays the first choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eLast updated: 31\/10\/2025 — Author: Daniel (Detailing1)\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER","offers":[{"title":"500ml","offer_id":56299347607887,"sku":"D1-KCX-77714-500ML-01","price":10.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-the-finisher-magicshampoo-pflegeshampoo__500ml_77714-500ML-01.png?v=1761908960"},{"product_id":"koch-chemie-the-finisher-automotive-tropicsnow-schaumshampoo","title":"THE FINISHER \"TropicSnow\" Foam Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTHE FINISHER × Koch-Chemie „TropicSnow“ — Foam Shampoo for Safe Pre-Wash\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat does TropicSnow do? — The pH-neutral pre-wash foam loosens road film, encapsulates particles, builds a stable gliding film, and protects waxes, spray sealants \u0026amp; coatings. For foam cannons or pressure sprayers – with a smooth flow and even coverage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE FINISHER TropicSnow Foam Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e is your forgiving introduction to safe hand washing. The fine-pored, stable foam adheres thickly, pre-loosens static road film, and noticeably reduces friction during the contact wash. Wax, spray, and ceramic layers are preserved; paint, PPF, and glossy plastics are evenly wetted. Ideal as a pre-wash before WheelKing (rims), InsectOff (front), and the glide\/shine wash with MagicShampoo. This minimizes wash marring and starts every wash with a clean, well-lubricated surface – from roof to sills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH-neutral \u0026amp; LSP-friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle on waxes, spray sealants, and coatings; maintains gloss and beading instead of stripping them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStable foam, high wetting power:\u003c\/strong\u003e Encapsulates dirt, softens it, and prevents dry spots – more time, less rush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical logic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect as a pre-wash before the two-bucket wash with MagicShampoo and the quick topping with JustPerfect or BodyGuard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFoam Shampoo – pH-Neutral Safety in Pre-Wash\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoam shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e like THE FINISHER TropicSnow Foam Shampoo works with mild surfactants and gliding additives that bind particles in micelles and remove them during rinsing. The stable film extends the dwell time without drying out and bridges temperature and humidity fluctuations. This allows you to start the contact wash with significantly less loose abrasion on the surface, which reduces the risk of micro-scratches and makes the subsequent hand wash noticeably easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePre-Wash – Dosage, Dwell Time \u0026amp; Procedure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-wash\u003c\/strong\u003e means: cool surface, shade, pre-wet components. Mix THE FINISHER TropicSnow Foam Shampoo in the appropriate ratio, apply evenly, and let it work for 3–5 minutes. Do not let it dry; re-mist if necessary. Then rinse thoroughly and with pressure. The surface is now prepared for the two-bucket wash with a fresh mitt; the remaining gliding film supports safe movement over the paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility – Paint, PPF \u0026amp; Coatings under control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e is at the core of the idea behind THE FINISHER TropicSnow Foam Shampoo: It protects existing LSPs on paint, film, and glossy plastics, making it suitable for any care plan. After rinsing, coatings show their typical beading, and wax and spray layers appear refreshed. Afterwards, you proceed with a contact wash using MagicShampoo; if you want to further enhance the gloss, finish with JustPerfect or provide hydrophobic durability with BodyGuard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions about THE FINISHER × Koch-Chemie „TropicSnow“ — Foam Shampoo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes TropicSnow strip existing sealants?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is designed to be pH-neutral and preserves waxes, spray sealants, and coatings. It loosens, encapsulates dirt, and rinses it off gently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use TropicSnow as my only shampoo?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, as a pre-wash. For the actual contact wash, we recommend MagicShampoo – it increases glide and visibly refreshes protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhich devices work best?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA foam cannon on a high-pressure washer delivers dense, stable foam. With a pressure sprayer, you can control smaller areas or spot applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOn which surfaces is it suitable?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaint, PPF\/wraps (glossy), painted plastics, and chrome\/high-gloss trim. Please test carefully on matte paints\/wraps, as smoothing additives can optically enhance them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow long should the foam dwell?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3–5 minutes in the shade. Do not let it dry; work shorter in sun or wind and re-mist if necessary. Then rinse thoroughly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eLast updated: 31.10.2025 — Author: Daniel (Detailing1)\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER","offers":[{"title":"500ml","offer_id":56299375722831,"sku":"D1-KCX-77716-500ML-01","price":10.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-the-finisher-tropicsnow-schaumshampoo_500ml_77716-500ML-01.png?v=1761909033"},{"product_id":"tuga-chemie-shampoo-teufel-autoshampoo","title":"Shampoo-Teufel® Car Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2 id=\"speakable-headline\"\u003epH-neutral car shampoo: Shampoo-Teufel, LSP-safe for coatings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote id=\"speakable-summary\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is the Shampoo-Teufel? A pH-neutral car shampoo concentrate from TUGA Chemie GmbH (Osnabrück) with a pH of 7.0 to 7.5 and a synergistic surfactant blend of anionic, non-ionic and amphoteric surfactants (each under 5 percent). The glycol-ether solvent 1-methoxy-2-propanol (CAS 107-98-2) boosts cleaning power without alkaline aggression. Phosphonates as chelating agents stop lime-soap build-up in hard water. Distinctive lychee scent, pink colour. Top-tier substrate compatibility — explicitly LSP-safe for carnauba wax, polymer sealants and ceramic coatings. No gloss boosters of its own — the \"gloss\" comes from deep, pore-clean washing, not from a wax additive.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp id=\"speakable-definition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShampoo-Teufel®\u003c\/strong\u003e is the pH-neutral maintenance shampoo from TUGA Chemie GmbH, and it positions itself as the LSP-safe all-rounder in the range. LSP stands for \"Last Step Product\" — the last protective layer you lay down on the clear coat, whether that's carnauba wax, a polymer sealant or a ceramic coating. Where alkaline shampoos (pH \u0026gt; 9) strip a little of that protection with every wash, the Shampoo-Teufel at pH 7.0 to 7.5 is built specifically to leave it untouched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe formula works with a three-layer surfactant complex. Anionic surfactants handle the primary dirt lift and the foam. Non-ionic surfactants shrug off water hardness and emulsify greasy road grime. Amphoteric surfactants (typically betaines) act as a foam booster and make the mix easier on your skin. Phosphonates bind the calcium and magnesium ions in the wash water, stop insoluble lime soaps from forming and give you a streak-free rinse even in extremely hard water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe real technical USP is the presence of 1-methoxy-2-propanol (monopropylene glycol methyl ether). This glycol-based solvent couples the water and oil phases and goes after stubborn resins or insect proteins without chemically etching the paint — it closes the cleaning gap that the neutral pH leaves open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe lychee scent is a real differentiator — not a marketing gimmick.\u003c\/strong\u003e Where Sonax and Koch-Chemie go for neutral or citrus scents and premium brands often make a point of smelling \"chemical\", the TUGA Shampoo-Teufel and its punchy lychee aroma (roughly 80 percent sweet, 20 percent tart) is a calling card in the DACH detailing forums — plenty of detailers know the product blind, just by the smell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo gloss boosters — and that's exactly the point.\u003c\/strong\u003e The product copy talks up a \"gloss formula\", but a direct question to the manufacturer from the detailing community laid it bare: it actually contains no active gloss boosters (no synthetic polymers, no carnauba wax, no silicone oils). The \"gloss\" comes purely from washing the paint pore-clean with no residue. On ceramic-coated cars that's a massive plus — gloss additives would throw off the beading of an expensive SiO₂ layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10 EUR per litre of concentrate — the value winner in the DACH market.\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct rivals: Koch-Chemie GSF (Glanz-Shampoo Forte, ~12-15 EUR\/L concentrate) — a slightly denser foam in lances, but a pH that's harder on aluminium. Sonax XTREME car shampoo (~9-12 EUR\/L) — cheaper, but mildly alkaline. GYEON Q²M Bathe (~14-20 EUR\/L) — premium boutique. Meguiars Gold Class (~10-13 EUR\/L) — comparable, US import. Soft99 Fusso Coat Shampoo (~15-20 EUR\/L) — premium with a fluorine-wax additive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/d1_tuga-chemie-shampoo-teufel-autoshampoo_hero.png?v=1777992681\" alt=\"Shampoo-Teufel hero\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing1's tip from the shop:\u003c\/strong\u003e What we see day-to-day is a lot of people making the same mistake at the foam lance: they overdose the concentrate chasing that \"shaving-foam effect\". Doesn't work — this formula is tuned for lubricity (a glide film), not foam density. Pour in more and you just get a watery mix and wasted product. The right foam-lance dose: 50 ml of concentrate to 1 litre of distilled water, run through a compressed-air lance. For a bucket hand-wash: 25 to 30 ml to 10 litres of warm water. We stick to the two-bucket system without fail: one bucket with the shampoo solution, a second with clean water to rinse the microfibre mitt. Wipe in straight lines with the mitt, never in circles — circles leave visible swirl marks (\"swirls\") in the clear coat that make any premium paint look cheap in the light. On ceramic-coated cars rinse especially well — surfactant residue temporarily knocks back the beading of the SiO₂ layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDilute the concentrate, wash by bucket or foam lance, rinse with clean water.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard workflow starts with the dilution. Pre-wash phase with snow-foam from the lance: 50 ml of Shampoo-Teufel concentrate to 1 litre of distilled or low-lime water, applied with a compressed-air or pressure-washer foam lance. Let the foam dwell for 3 to 5 minutes — never let it dry on, and move into the shade if the sun's out. Then rinse it off completely with a pressure jet — most of the road grime goes with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the main hand-wash: 25 to 30 ml of concentrate to 10 litres of warm water in the bucket. Warm water fires up the surfactants better than cold — in winter temperatures, mix the bucket in the garage and start straight away. Work the microfibre wash mitt in straight lines, never in circles — circles leave visible swirl marks (\"swirls\") in the clear coat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRinse the mitt in the clean-water bucket at regular intervals so you don't carry the loosened dirt back onto the paint. The detailing community runs the two-bucket system: one bucket with the shampoo solution, one with clean water to rinse the mitt. That keeps the wash solution clean and the mechanical load on the paint to a minimum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the main wash, rinse the car off completely with clean water — never let surfactant residue dry on the surface. If needed, dry with a soft microfibre towel (plush, 800 g\/m²) or a compressed-air dryer. Leave the paint half-dry and you risk water spots from mineral residue (especially with hard tap water).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a pro detailing workflow the Shampoo-Teufel is often the last wash before laying down a fresh \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lackversiegelung\"\u003epaint sealant\u003c\/a\u003e — the LSP-safe formula makes sure the old sealant isn't damaged while the surface is prepped just right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/d1_tuga-chemie-shampoo-teufel-autoshampoo_anwendung.png?v=1777992692\" alt=\"Shampoo-Teufel in use\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePaint, glass, rubber and plastic yes. Real deep cleaning needs a different cleaner.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shampoo-Teufel is approved for all the usual vehicle surfaces. Paint (all 2K clear coats), glass (windscreens, rear and side windows), rubber (door seals, window guides), plastic bumpers, painted wheels, wing-mirror glass and housings. Per the manufacturer there are no documented material exclusions when you use it as intended — that's the broadest substrate compatibility in the TUGA range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe key limit isn't the material, it's the job: the Shampoo-Teufel is a maintenance shampoo, not a deep cleaner. For baked-on brake dust on wheels, insect crusting on the front bumper, tar spatter, chain grime or engine-oil fallout it's not the right tool. That's where specialised products come in: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/tuga-chemie-alu-teufel-spezial-gruen-felgenreiniger\"\u003eAlu-Teufel Spezial Grün\u003c\/a\u003e for wheels, Insekten-Teufel for the front end, Teufels-Reiniger for the engine bay and heavy grime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn ceramic-coated cars (SiO₂ coatings like Q²M, Cquartz, GTechniq) the Shampoo-Teufel is an ideal maintenance shampoo — the inorganic coating structure stays completely intact. On carnauba-wax sealants it's just as good, because the pH doesn't attack the organic wax layer. Alkaline shampoos (pH \u0026gt; 9), by contrast, would strip part of the wax protection with every wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shampoo-Teufel is kind to skin (the amphoteric surfactant takes care of that) — hand-washing without gloves is no problem for the private user. In a pro detailing day with ten or more washes, nitrile gloves are still recommended to avoid chronic skin irritation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTouchscreen displays in modern cockpits, real-leather steering wheels and Alcantara are off-limits — even if the neutral pH would technically allow it, this shampoo is explicitly an exterior wash product, not for the cabin. For interior care there are dedicated products with a lower pH (4.5 to 5.5 for leather).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/d1_tuga-chemie-shampoo-teufel-autoshampoo_ergebnis.png?v=1777992701\" alt=\"Shampoo-Teufel result\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpring detailing, pollen season and the carnauba refresh workflow.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDemand for quality maintenance shampoos in the DACH market shows three clear peaks. The first lands in spring detailing between March and May — pollen fallout, salt-water residue and the general winter grime on waxed summer cars. The second peak is in high summer (June to August) — insect pre-wash ahead of the dedicated insect remover, cutting the mechanical load. The third peak is in late autumn and winter — weekly care washes before and after road-salt spells, to keep the corrosion protection going.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWash weekly and you'll hold the paint sealant for 18 to 24 months — wash only monthly and you'll see the hydrophobics degrade after 9 to 12 months. The pH-neutral Shampoo-Teufel is the key here: every extra wash doesn't hurt the sealant, it keeps it working.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1-litre spray bottle at around 8 EUR lasts roughly 33 to 40 washes at weekly use and 25-30 ml per wash — so eight to ten months for one car. In the 5-litre canister at around 26 EUR the price per litre drops to about 5.20 EUR, which is the clear economic winner with frequent use — per wash cycle the concentrate share is 13 to 16 cents, a fraction of the water and energy cost of the pressure-washer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOff-label, the Shampoo-Teufel works a treat on sensitive household exterior surfaces — photovoltaic panels, painted garden furniture, ceramic patio tables. The manufacturer's call for that is the Kunststoff-Teufel, though, since it's officially cleared for industrial and household use. Pragmatically, on sensitive painted surfaces the pH-neutral Shampoo-Teufel is the gentler choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSafety note: the product falls under GHS07 with the hazard statement H319 (causes serious eye irritation). Contains sensitising isothiazolinones (EUH208) — methylisothiazolinone and benzisothiazolinone as preservatives. Safety goggles are recommended with frequent use, especially when mixing the concentrate. The VOC content from the 1-methoxy-2-propanol sits in the single-digit percent range as a concentrate — once diluted in the bucket it's practically negligible. Skin compatibility from the amphoteric surfactants is good, but for detailers in daily pro use, nitrile gloves are recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoes well with:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/autoshampoo\"\u003ecar shampoos compared\u003c\/a\u003e • \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/tuga-chemie-tugalin-glas-teufel-glasreiniger\"\u003eTugalin Glas-Teufel (glass cleaning)\u003c\/a\u003e • \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/tuga-chemie-insekten-teufel-insektenentferner\"\u003eInsekten-Teufel (pre-wash for insects)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/d1_tuga-chemie-shampoo-teufel-autoshampoo_lineup.png?v=1777992711\" alt=\"Shampoo-Teufel line-up\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TUGA Chemie","offers":[{"title":"1000 ml \/ 1 liter","offer_id":56957146759503,"sku":"D1-TUG-ST1D","price":7.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 liters","offer_id":56957146792271,"sku":"D1-TUG-ST5D","price":29.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Liter","offer_id":58163245842767,"sku":"D1-TUG-ST20D","price":126.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/tuga-chemie-shampoo-teufel-autoshampoo.png?v=1770286001"},{"product_id":"gyeon-q2m-ecowash-rinseless-wash-trockenwaesche","title":"Q²M ECOWash Rinseless Wash \/ Waterless Wash","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWashing without water – GYEON Q²M ECOWash\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is GYEON Q²M ECOWash? GYEON Q²M ECOWash is a rinseless car wash that does not require a pressure washer or a bucket – lightly soiled vehicles can be completely washed with it without using a drop of water.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional car washing requires water, hoses, buckets, and a suitable space. \u003cstrong\u003eGYEON Q²M ECOWash\u003c\/strong\u003e breaks with this convention: As a rinseless wash, it cleans lightly to moderately soiled vehicles completely without a water connection, without drainage problems, and without much effort. Ideal for garage parkers, owners who wash their cars in parking lots, or anyone who simply doesn't always have the option of a traditional wash – and wants to protect their paintwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete car wash without water – ecological and practical.\u003c\/strong\u003e Q²M ECOWash contains highly concentrated lubricants and cleaning surfactants that lift dirt from the paint surface and trap it in the towel without scratching. No water needed – saving up to 300 liters per wash compared to the traditional method.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated protective film fresh after every application.\u003c\/strong\u003e In addition to cleaning agents, Q²M ECOWash also contains protective polymers that leave a thin protective film on the paint surface after cleaning. The vehicle is slightly better protected against dirt adhesion after an ECOWash wash than before.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScratch-free cleaning due to sufficient lubricant.\u003c\/strong\u003e The most common concern with rinseless washing is the risk of scratches. Q²M ECOWash has a very high lubricant concentration – the dirt is encapsulated in the towel and lifted from the surface before it can cause scratches. Prerequisite: use fresh, soft microfiber towels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical tip from Detailing1:\u003c\/strong\u003e Q²M ECOWash is intended for lightly to moderately soiled vehicles – in case of heavy sand contamination or after driving in bad weather, always opt for a traditional wash. Use microfiber towels generously and change them frequently – an oversaturated towel scratches. Use a fresh towel for each panel, and do not continue to use the towel on the same area after several wiping movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRinseless Wash: The technique of waterless washing explained\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinseless washing works on the principle of encapsulation: Q²M ECOWash contains high-molecular polymers that bind to dirt particles and encapsulate them. When the microfiber towel is moved over the paint, the fine fibers pick up the polymer-encapsulated dirt particles and separate them from the paint – without the particles touching the paint surface. The lubricant in ECOWash creates the necessary buffer zone between the towel and the paint. The result: A clean surface without water consumption and without the risk of scratches when applied correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication of Q²M ECOWash: The 3-bucket alternative\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eECOWash is diluted in water (dosage according to manufacturer's instructions) and filled into a spray bottle. Work on the vehicle panel by panel: Spray ECOWash onto the panel, then wipe it off with a fresh, soft microfiber towel (preferably 400+ GSM) in straight movements from top to bottom. Fold or change the towel regularly – always use the clean side of the towel on the paint surface. After the ECOWash wash, optionally polish with a fresh, dry microfiber towel for high gloss. Recommendation: Always proceed from the less soiled areas (roof, doors) to the more soiled areas (sills, front).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eECOWash compared to traditional hand washing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional hand washing with a bucket and hose is indispensable for heavily soiled vehicles and gives the detailer more safety with aggressive dirt. Q²M ECOWash is the better choice for: regular intermediate washes on lightly soiled coated vehicles, garage parkers, RVs and vehicles in parking spaces without a water connection, winter months with light salt residue, and for anyone looking for a quick, uncomplicated cleaning between full washes. ECOWash and traditional washing with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-bathe-autoshampoo\"\u003eQ²M Bathe\u003c\/a\u003e complement each other perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQ²M ECOWash on coated vehicles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn vehicles with ceramic coating, ECOWash shows particular strengths: Since the coating surface allows dirt to adhere less strongly, rinseless washing becomes even safer and more effective. The light dirt film that accumulates between regular washes can be easily removed with ECOWash. After the ECOWash wash on coated vehicles, optionally use the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-ceramic-detailer-keramik-quick-detailer\"\u003eQ²M CeramicDetailer\u003c\/a\u003e – it reactivates hydrophobicity and intensifies the shine immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePurchase recommendation: Q²M ECOWash for flexible washing routines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGYEON Q²M ECOWash is the ideal product for anyone who wants to wash flexibly and independently of location – without a water connection, without drainage problems, without much effort. As a supplement to the regular washing routine, ECOWash saves time and water resources. The ideal set: Q²M ECOWash + many fresh microfiber towels + \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-ceramic-detailer-keramik-quick-detailer\"\u003eQ²M CeramicDetailer\u003c\/a\u003e for polishing – nothing more is needed for a complete vehicle cleaning in the parking lot.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GYEON","offers":[{"title":"1000 ml \/ 1 liter","offer_id":57031587725647,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MECOWASH1000","price":27.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":57031583564111,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MECOWASH500","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 liters","offer_id":57031587758415,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MECOWASH4000","price":84.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/gyeon-q2m-ecowash-rinseless-wash-trockenwaesche.png?v=1771067086"},{"product_id":"gyeon-q2m-bathe-autoshampoo","title":"Q²M Bathe Car Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2 id=\"speakable-headline\"\u003eGYEON Q²M Bathe washes without touching your coatings or waxes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote id=\"speakable-summary\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is GYEON Q²M Bathe? A pH-neutral car shampoo from the Q²M line that washes with thick foam and high lubricity, without stripping ceramic coatings, waxes or sealants. It's not the tool for baked-on bug splatter, tar or brake dust on paint — those need dedicated cleaners.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp id=\"speakable-definition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGYEON Bathe\u003c\/strong\u003e is a pH-neutral car shampoo from GYEON that lifts road grime and loose dirt at a 1:500 dilution without chemically attacking the protection layer on your paint. GYEON Bathe is a maintenance shampoo for coated cars — the pH sits at 6, the formula runs on mild surfactants and throws a dense foam blanket that builds up just as well in the wash mitt as out of a foam lance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat heavy foam isn't there for show, it's part of how the wash works. The foam holds the lifted dirt in suspension before it can drop back onto the paint. The slickness between mitt and paint cuts micro-scratches far harder than plain dish-soap formulas ever will.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat's exactly where it splits from cheap supermarket shampoo. With those, the cleaning punch is aggressive and strips your existing wax along with the dirt. With GYEON Bathe the glide does the gentle work, and your coating or wax stays untouched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/d1_gyeon-q2m-bathe-autoshampoo_hero.jpg?v=1776536845\" alt=\"GYEON Q²M Bathe car shampoo on a bench next to a black coupé\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH 6 — your coating and your wax stay put.\u003c\/strong\u003e The formula sits in the neutral range and lifts neither ceramic coatings (GYEON MOHS, say), sealants nor hard waxes. You wash a coated car across the full life of the coating without ever having to plan a shampoo swap. With alkaline shampoos the hydrophobic performance drops measurably after every wash — with a pH-neutral wash it doesn't.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBig foam plus slickness.\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 to 20 ml in a 10-litre wash bucket builds a stable foam blanket that stands for 20 to 30 minutes. More important than the looks: the foam carries dirt particles mechanically away from the paint, and the slickness drops the friction between mitt and clear coat. That's your measurable scratch protection on the two-bucket workflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1:500 dilution — 1 litre gets you about 50 washes.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 15 to 20 ml per bucket, the 1-litre bottle gives you between 50 and 66 full car washes — that works out at 0.45 to 0.60 EUR per wash depending on how often you wash. The 4-litre jug drops the per-litre price again and pays off from the second car or across a season of weekly washing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay-to-day from Detailing1:\u003c\/strong\u003e The most common slip with GYEON Bathe is dosing by eye. Tip a \"decent splash\" into the water and you're quickly at 40 to 50 ml in the bucket, washing at double strength. The foam doesn't get any better for it, the rinse-off turns into a chore, and you get white residue left around the trim. Measure 15 to 20 ml into warm water at 30 to 40 °C with a measuring cup. Warm water fires up the surfactants faster and you can hear the foam holding better — the one step that matters most and the bottle never mentions on the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e1:500 dilution. Warm water. Two-bucket.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou mix \u003cstrong\u003eGYEON Bathe\u003c\/strong\u003e at a 1:500 dilution — that's 15 to 20 millilitres to a 10-litre wash bucket. Pre-rinse the car with clean water first to flush off loose dust and grit before the mitt ever touches the paint. This step is your single biggest scratch protection before the wash itself — no shampoo on earth makes up for quartz dust ground into the clear coat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePut the warm water in the bucket first, then pour the Bathe in — not the other way round, or the dose bubbles over and the strength climbs out of your control. Wash panel by panel, top down from the roof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBetween panels, rinse the mitt in the second bucket of clean water — that's the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/autoshampoo\"\u003etwo-bucket workflow\u003c\/a\u003e, which pulls the dirt out of the mitt before it goes back on the paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBathe runs reliably through a foam lance too, though it isn't built as a straight pre-wash foam. Reckon on a dilution of around 50 ml to 1 litre of lance mix and give the foam 3 to 5 minutes of dwell time before you rinse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFoaming up in direct sun makes no sense — on hot paint the foam dries out in minutes and leaves water spots behind. Aim for outdoor temperatures between 10 and 20 °C or a shaded garage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo finish, rinse thoroughly with clean water until no more foam runs off, and dry straight away with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-silkdryer-evo-trockentuch\"\u003esoft drying towel\u003c\/a\u003e. Air-dried cars pick up water spots from the dissolved minerals — especially in hard-water areas, drying within 5 minutes of the rinse is a must, not a suggestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/d1_gyeon-q2m-bathe-autoshampoo_anwendung.jpg?v=1776536844\" alt=\"GYEON Q²M Bathe in use, two-bucket foam wash\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBathe washes. Bugs and tar, it doesn't.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn regular road grime, dust, pollen and salt residue Bathe works reliably — that's its home turf. The pH-neutral formula is built squarely for the recurring wash, not the deep clean after three months of city traffic with no care. That's its strength and its limit in one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHeavily baked-on bug splatter, tar spots and tree sap, Bathe won't shift reliably. The neutral surfactants simply don't have the chemical bite to break down chitin or bitumen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've got bugs on the bonnet, work with a dedicated bug remover like the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-bugandgrime-insektenentferner\"\u003eQ²M Bug\u0026amp;Grime\u003c\/a\u003e as a pre-wash step. Loosen it alkaline first, let it dwell, rinse, then run the full wash with GYEON Bathe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAgainst baked-on brake dust on paintwork too (after car parks by rail lines or building sites) Bathe is powerless — that's a job for an iron remover like GYEON Q²M Iron. Same goes for water spots from limescale tap water: Bathe washes over them but doesn't take them off. Managing expectations is the key thing here — this is a weekly maintenance shampoo, not a decontamination tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo set it apart from its big brother Q²M Bathe+: the Bathe+ also packs SiO₂ and lays down a hydrophobic protection layer with every wash that holds for around 6 to 8 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to wash a freshly coated car regularly without boosting on top, the regular GYEON Bathe is plenty. If you've got no coating but still want beading and a touch of extra protection, the Bathe+ is the better call. Both are pH-neutral and coating-safe — the choice comes down to the side effect you want, not the cleaning power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/d1_gyeon-q2m-bathe-autoshampoo_ergebnis.jpg?v=1776536845\" alt=\"GYEON Q²M Bathe foam blanket close-up on black paint\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFor coating owners who wash every week.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBathe is the right call for anyone running a ceramic coating or a long-life hard wax on the paint who doesn't want to undo that protection across its full life. No exceptions, no debate — an alkaline shampoo eats into any coating measurably within a handful of washes. So if you've put money into GYEON MOHS, Q² One or a hard wax, you wash pH-neutral. That's not a recommendation, it's a technical must.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor light washers (once a month or less) Bathe is solid but not essential. Wash rarely and you usually carry heavier dirt per wash, and you'll do better with an alkaline pre-wash plus a neutral main shampoo. Then Bathe becomes the second step of a two-stage process — useful, but no substitute for a dedicated deep-clean shampoo like Q²M RestartWash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDay-to-day at Detailing1 we run Bathe paired with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-silkdryer-evo-trockentuch\"\u003esoft microfibre dry\u003c\/a\u003e and a solid wash mitt. That's the full care workflow for coated cars — pre-rinse, foam lance, two-bucket hand wash, clean rinse, dry within 5 minutes. Under 25 minutes per car, every week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn bottle sizes: the 500 ml bottle is the compact way in for around 25 to 33 washes — ideal for checking the scent and the foam. The 1-litre bottle is the standard size for one household and lasts close to 12 months at a weekly wash. The 4-litre jug pays off from the multi-car household or commercial use and brings the per-litre price down noticeably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStore frost-free and use up within 12 months of opening — after that the foam stability drops off noticeably. The biggest difference between GYEON Bathe and cheap shampoos stays simple in the end: you wash your car 50 times from one bottle, and your coating survives all 50 washes unharmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/d1_gyeon-q2m-bathe-autoshampoo_lineup.jpg?v=1776536845\" alt=\"GYEON Q²M Bathe sizes 500 ml, 1 litre, 4 litre\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"GYEON","offers":[{"title":"1000 ml \/ 1 liter","offer_id":57031642186063,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MBATHE1000","price":30.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":57031642218831,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MBATHE500","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 liters","offer_id":57031642251599,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MBATHE4000","price":80.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/gyeon-q2m-bathe-autoshampoo.png?v=1771067828"},{"product_id":"gyoen-q2m-restartwash-dekontaminations-shampoo","title":"Q²M RestartWash Decontamination Shampoo for Coatings","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRemove Contaminants Before They Cause Damage – GYEON Q²M RestartWash as a Decontamination Shampoo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the advantage of a decontamination shampoo over a normal car shampoo?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA normal car shampoo removes loose dirt – road dust, pollen, bird droppings. What it doesn't remove: chemically bonded contaminants like iron particles from brake dust, tar spots, industrial fallout, and limescale. These embed themselves deep into paint pores and sealants and are not removed by normal washing. GYEON Q²M RestartWash contains active decontamination components that dissolve precisely these substances – in a single wash.\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEven after a thorough regular wash, a vehicle often doesn't look as clean as it should. The reason is often chemically bonded contaminants that accumulate over time: iron particles from brake dust, which settle as brown streaks in the paint, tar and resin splashes, industrial fallout, and limescale. GYEON Q²M RestartWash combines the cleaning power of a high-quality car shampoo with active decontamination components – iron remover, tar remover, and limescale remover in one product. A wash that truly starts fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3-in-1 Decontamination in one wash:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iron remover, tar remover, and limescale removal components work simultaneously – no separate pre-wash step with individual products is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoating-compatible formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e RestartWash is specially developed not to damage existing coatings and sealants – ideal for maintenance washing of coated vehicles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVisual feedback through color reaction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The iron remover component reacts with iron particles and visibly changes color – you can see where and how much contamination has dissolved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical tip from Daniel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use RestartWash most effectively on pre-wetted, cool paint. In the sun or on hot metal, the product dries too quickly and leaves residues. The color reaction (purple-red) shows you where iron contamination is present – let the product work for 2-3 minutes before rinsing. For heavy contamination, a subsequent application of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-iron-eisenentferner\"\u003eGYEON Q²M Iron\u003c\/a\u003e as a targeted treatment can be useful.\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Regular Washing Alone Isn't Enough\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrake dust iron particles are the most common and often most invisible contamination problem on vehicles. Hardly visible to the naked eye, they embed themselves in clear coat and sealants, oxidize, and create those typical brown streaks on light-colored vehicles. On dark vehicles, they are often only visible when touched or under glancing light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNormal shampoos have no mechanism to dissolve these chemically bonded particles – they glide over them. GYEON Q²M RestartWash contains chelating compounds and reducing substances that convert iron particles into soluble compounds, thereby removing them from the surface. This is the fundamental difference from conventional washing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication as a Two-Bucket Wash\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestartWash can be directly integrated into the normal washing process. The shampoo is mixed with water in the usual ratio (depending on the desired concentration and degree of contamination), the vehicle is rinsed beforehand, and then washed using the two-bucket method. The decontamination components work automatically during the washing step – no separate pre-spraying and dwell time are necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor maximum effect with heavier contamination, first spray the vehicle with undiluted RestartWash after pre-rinsing and let it dwell for 2-3 minutes before the actual wash begins. The color reaction of the iron remover component indicates where and how much iron contamination is present. Afterwards, rinse thoroughly and wash as usual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEspecially Valuable for Coated Vehicles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoated vehicles require a particularly gentle yet effective care routine. Conventional decontamination products can have aggressive pH levels that attack coatings. RestartWash is specifically formulated for coated vehicles – the pH value is balanced, and the active ingredients are precisely selected. This ensures decontamination is carried out without compromising the invested sealant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed regularly – every 4 to 8 weeks depending on mileage and braking intensity – RestartWash prevents the build-up of chronic contamination layers that can weaken even the best coatings in the long run. The paint remains smooth, the sealant functions optimally, and the vehicle is truly clean – not just visually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRestartWash Positioned in the Detailing Workflow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the professional workflow, RestartWash takes the place of both the pre-wash step and the basic shampoo. For many detailers, this means: fewer products, fewer steps, the same or better results. For vehicles that are only detailed every few weeks, a RestartWash wash is the ideal start to any care cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter washing with RestartWash, we recommend a visual inspection under glancing light. Remaining resin or tar spots can be treated locally with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-tar-redefined-harzentferner-teerentferner\"\u003eGYEON Q²M Tar\u003c\/a\u003e. After that, the vehicle is truly ready for the next care or sealing stage – whether QuickDetailer, coating refresh, or complete re-sealing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Result: A True Restart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name RestartWash says it all: the vehicle gets a real restart after treatment – freed from all chemically bonded contaminants that have accumulated during normal washing. Paint and sealant can perform optimally again. Water beads better, the gloss appears deeper, and the next protective layer – whether \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-wetcoat-nassversiegelung\"\u003eGYEON Q²M WetCoat\u003c\/a\u003e directly after washing or a cured coating – adheres more reliably to a truly clean surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn short: those who use Q²M RestartWash regularly will less often have to resort to more aggressive decontamination agents, protect their sealant, and ensure their vehicle remains in the best condition long-term.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GYEON","offers":[{"title":"1000 ml \/ 1 liter","offer_id":57031983333711,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MRW1000","price":36.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":57031983366479,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MRW500","price":18.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/gyoen-q2m-restartwash-dekontaminations-shampoo.png?v=1771069701"},{"product_id":"gyeon-q2m-bathe-plus-autoshampoo-keramikeffekt","title":"Q²M Bathe+ (Plus) Car Shampoo with Ceramic Effect","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWash and seal in one step – GYEON Q²M Bathe+\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is GYEON Q²M Bathe+? GYEON Q²M Bathe+ is an SiO₂-infused premium car shampoo that refreshes the hydrophobicity of existing coatings during washing – after every wash, water beads off more strongly and the gloss level is intensified.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA car shampoo that refreshes the protective effect of the coating while washing – that's the idea behind \u003cstrong\u003eGYEON Q²M Bathe+\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Plus version of the proven Q²M Bathe contains SiO₂ ceramic particles that incorporate into the coating surface during the washing process and reactivate the lotus effect. The result: after every wash with Bathe+, water beads off again like on a freshly sealed vehicle – without an additional care step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSiO₂ ceramic particles refresh hydrophobicity with every wash.\u003c\/strong\u003e Q²M Bathe+ contains active SiO₂ particles that enhance hydrophobicity when in contact with ceramic coatings and polymer sealants. After every wash, the paint shows a more intense water beading effect – visibly improved lotus effect without extra effort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtends the durability and effectiveness of existing coatings.\u003c\/strong\u003e Every wash with a normal shampoo degrades coatings minimally. Q²M Bathe+ reverses this effect: It enhances the coating effect with every wash, instead of reducing it. Coatings demonstrably last longer when Bathe+ is used as a care shampoo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntensifies the gloss level – visible after every wash.\u003c\/strong\u003e The SiO₂ particles in Q²M Bathe+ not only contribute to the hydrophobicity effect, but also enhance the optical gloss of the paint surface. The paint looks deeper and shinier after washing than with a standard shampoo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical tip from Detailing1:\u003c\/strong\u003e Q²M Bathe+ works best on vehicles with an existing ceramic coating or a polymer sealant. On completely unsealed paint, the SiO₂ effect is less pronounced. For optimal washing results, first pre-treat insects and stubborn dirt with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-bug-and-grime-insektenentferner\"\u003eQ²M Bug\u0026amp;Grime\u003c\/a\u003e, then wash with Bathe+ – and observe the enhanced beading effect directly during rinsing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSiO₂ wash: How Q²M Bathe+ redefines coating care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integration of SiO₂ ceramic particles into car shampoos is a relatively young development in detailing – and GYEON Q²M Bathe+ shows why it has prevailed. During the washing process, the SiO₂ particles come into direct contact with the paint surface and existing protective layers. The washing process evenly distributes the particles and enhances the hydrophobic properties of the coating surface. After rinsing, the surface shows a significantly stronger beading effect than before washing. This effect accumulates over several washes and keeps coatings fresh much longer than normal shampoos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQ²M Bathe+ for which vehicles and situations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ²M Bathe+ is particularly effective on vehicles with ceramic coating (e.g. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2-mohs-evo-paint-coating-keramikversiegelung-lack\"\u003eQ² Mohs EVO\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2-one-evo-paint-coating-keramikversiegelung-lack\"\u003eQ² One EVO\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2-syncro-evo-paint-coating-2-stufige-keramikversiegel\"\u003eQ² Syncro EVO\u003c\/a\u003e) or polymer sealants. On freshly sealed vehicles, Bathe+ significantly extends coating durability. For vehicles without a coating, we recommend the regular \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-bathe-autoshampoo\"\u003eQ²M Bathe\u003c\/a\u003e, which is sufficient for unsealed surfaces. Vehicles with PPF film, however, should use \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-ppf-wash-autoshampoo-lackschutzfolie\"\u003eQ²M PPF Wash\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe optimal washing routine with Q²M Bathe+\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor maximum results with Q²M Bathe+, we recommend the following sequence: high-pressure cleaning to pre-rinse coarse dirt, then pre-foam with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-foam-schaumreiniger\"\u003eQ²M Foam\u003c\/a\u003e for contactless pre-cleaning, followed by contact washing with Q²M Bathe+ using the two-bucket method, thorough rinsing and drying. If you want to refresh even more protection after washing, you can additionally apply \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-wetcoat-nassversiegelung\"\u003eQ²M WetCoat\u003c\/a\u003e to the wet vehicle – the combination of Bathe+ and WetCoat is unbeatable for quick sealant refreshment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eComparison: Q²M Bathe vs. Bathe+ – When is the upgrade worthwhile?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth shampoos are excellent – the choice depends on the vehicle and care goals. Q²M Bathe is the efficient everyday shampoo for thorough cleaning without extras. Q²M Bathe+ is the recommended shampoo for vehicles with ceramic coating or sealant – the upgrade is worthwhile for anyone who wants to maximize the lifespan of their coating investment and maintain the lotus effect after every wash. Bathe+ is slightly higher in price, but is more efficient due to its dual benefit (cleaning + sealant care).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePurchase recommendation: The best shampoo for coated vehicles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGYEON Q²M Bathe+ is our first recommendation for any vehicle with a ceramic coating. It significantly simplifies coating care: No separate care step needed after washing – the lotus effect is automatically refreshed. As a perfect complement: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-bug-and-grime-insektenentferner\"\u003eQ²M Bug\u0026amp;Grime\u003c\/a\u003e for pre-wash, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-cure-redefined-keramik-spruehversiegelung\"\u003eQ²M Cure\u003c\/a\u003e for monthly coating refreshment, and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-wetcoat-nassversiegelung\"\u003eQ²M WetCoat\u003c\/a\u003e for wet sealing after intensive cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GYEON","offers":[{"title":"1000 ml \/ 1 liter","offer_id":57032068202831,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MBATHE+1000","price":44.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":57032068235599,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MBATHE+500","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 liters","offer_id":57032068268367,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MBATHE+4000","price":146.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/gyeon-q2m-bathe-plus-autoshampoo-keramikeffekt.png?v=1771103173"},{"product_id":"gyeon-q2m-ppf-wash-autoshampoo-lackschutzfolie","title":"Q²M \"PPF\" Wash Car Shampoo for Paint Protection Film","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Right Shampoo for PPF-Protected Vehicles – GYEON Q²M PPF Wash\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is GYEON Q²M PPF Wash? GYEON Q²M PPF Wash is a car shampoo specially developed for vehicles with paint protection film – pH-neutral, free of waxes and aggressive surfactants that could damage PPF films or ceramic coatings applied to them.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWashing vehicles with paint protection film requires more care than with normal paint. Many conventional car shampoos contain alkaline surfactants, waxes, or other additives that can damage PPF films, cause them to swell, or degrade applied ceramic coatings. \u003cstrong\u003eGYEON Q²M PPF Wash\u003c\/strong\u003e closes this gap: a PPF-compatible car shampoo that cleans thoroughly without attacking the film or its protective layer – the right choice for every car wash with PPF.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH-neutral and free of PPF-damaging ingredients.\u003c\/strong\u003e Q²M PPF Wash contains no waxes (which can bond unevenly with PPF), no aggressive alkaline surfactants (which roughen PPF surfaces), and no silicone-based gloss enhancers (which impair coating adhesion). Pure, effective cleaning – without risks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreserves the effectiveness of PPF coatings.\u003c\/strong\u003e If \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2-ppf-evo-ceramic-coating-keramikversiegelung-lacksch\"\u003eQ² PPF EVO\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-ppf-maintain-redefined-spruehversiegelung-lackschu\"\u003eQ²M PPF Maintain\u003c\/a\u003e has been applied to the PPF, Q²M PPF Wash protects these protective layers during washing. The shampoo cleans the surface without reducing hydrophobicity or coating bonding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh foam performance for safe, gentle hand washing.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sufficient foam is particularly important when washing PPF – it cushions the contact between the wash mitt and the film, reducing the risk of scratches. Q²M PPF Wash foams richly and enables safe, gliding hand washing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical tip from Detailing1:\u003c\/strong\u003e For optimal PPF washing, the following applies: pre-wash first (with a high-pressure cleaner or pre-foam with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-foam-schaumreiniger\"\u003eQ²M Foam\u003c\/a\u003e), then wash by hand with Q²M PPF Wash or a soft wash mitt, and never use brushes or sponges. After washing, rinse Q²M PPF Wash thoroughly and dry the vehicle immediately – hard water residue can permanently damage PPF.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy PPF vehicles should not be washed with just any shampoo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany car owners use the same shampoo for PPF-protected vehicles as for normal paint surfaces – and thereby risk the longevity of their expensive film. Alkaline shampoos (pH \u0026gt; 8) can roughen PPF surfaces, leading to increased dirt adhesion and faster dulling. Wax-containing shampoos leave uneven residues on PPF and negatively affect hydrophobicity. Shampoos with aggressive surfactants degrade PPF coatings and significantly reduce their durability. GYEON Q²M PPF Wash is not susceptible to any of these problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication: How to use Q²M PPF Wash correctly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd Q²M PPF Wash to a bucket of water (dosage: approx. 30–50 ml per 10 liters of water) and let it foam well. Pre-clean the vehicle with a high-pressure cleaner or pre-foam with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-foam-schaumreiniger\"\u003eQ²M Foam\u003c\/a\u003e – this step removes coarse dirt before the shampoo is used. Dip a wash mitt (not a sponge!) into the foam and wash in straight, overlapping motions – never use circular motions, which leave scratches on PPF. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft, absorbent drying towel or chamois. For best results, apply \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-ppf-maintain-redefined-spruehversiegelung-lackschu\"\u003eQ²M PPF Maintain\u003c\/a\u003e as a spray sealant after washing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQ²M PPF Wash for various vehicle types with PPF\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ²M PPF Wash is suitable for all vehicles with PPF protection – from partial protection (hood, bumpers) to full wraps. It is also compatible with vehicles that additionally have ceramic coatings on the film or paint. For vehicles without PPF, we recommend the regular \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-bathe-autoshampoo\"\u003eQ²M Bathe\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-bathe-plus-autoshampoo-keramikeffekt\"\u003eQ²M Bathe+\u003c\/a\u003e, which contain additional conditioning ingredients and are optimized for normal paint surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePPF Wash in the complete GYEON PPF care system\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ²M PPF Wash is the first step of the recommended GYEON PPF care system: PPF Wash for regular washing → \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-ppf-maintain-redefined-spruehversiegelung-lackschu\"\u003eQ²M PPF Maintain\u003c\/a\u003e as a sealant refresh after washing → \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-ppf-renew-politur-lackschutzfolie\"\u003eQ²M PPF Renew\u003c\/a\u003e for scratches or dullness → \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2-ppf-evo-ceramic-coating-keramikversiegelung-lacksch\"\u003eQ² PPF EVO\u003c\/a\u003e as long-term ceramic protection. All products are coordinated and compatible with each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePurchase recommendation: The shampoo for every PPF owner\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGYEON Q²M PPF Wash is not an optional extra – it is the standard shampoo for anyone who owns a vehicle with paint protection film. The investment in high-quality PPF film is only worthwhile in the long term if the vehicle is treated with the right care products. Q²M PPF Wash is affordable, highly effective, and reliably protects the film and all coatings applied to it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GYEON","offers":[{"title":"500ml","offer_id":57046110732623,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MPPFWASH500","price":21.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/gyeon-q2m-ppf-wash-autoshampoo-lackschutzfolie_500ml.png?v=1771256430"},{"product_id":"sonax-xtreme-foamgiant-shampoo-autoshampoo","title":"XTREME FoamGiant Shampoo Car Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMaximum foam performance for a thorough car wash — the SONAX XTREME FoamGiant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat makes the FoamGiant Shampoo from SONAX special? The foam concentrate lays down a giant, long-clinging foam blanket with strong dirt-lifting power — pH-neutral, safe for wraps and matt paint. 1 litre.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFoam shampoos are a fixed part of the modern car wash — but not every foam concentrate gives you the foam performance you need for a genuinely thorough clean. Either the foam collapses too fast, or the cleaning power is too weak when the formula plays it safe. The \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME FoamGiant\u003c\/strong\u003e brings both together: a giant, extremely long-clinging foam blanket with the dirt-lifting power that cars really need after motorway or city runs. And the formula stays pH-neutral and gentle enough for wraps, matt paint and freshly sealed surfaces. As a concentrated foam shampoo it adapts to different application gear — from the foam lance on a pressure washer to the hand foam sprayer — and at the right dilution it gives you dense, repeatable results. If you've never been happy with the foam your shampoo throws, here's a product built specifically for maximum foam performance, with no compromise on cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGiant foam blanket with long dwell.\u003c\/strong\u003e The special foam formula of the FoamGiant doesn't just throw a lot of foam — the foam also stays where you put it. Long-clinging foam means more dwell time: the dirt is held in contact with the cleaner for longer and lifts away far more effectively than with watery foam that runs off after a few seconds. The result is a more thorough clean with less mechanical work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH-neutral formula — safe for wraps, matt paint and sealants.\u003c\/strong\u003e The FoamGiant wasn't built for classically painted cars alone. The pH-neutral make-up makes it compatible with wraps of every kind, matt paint and freshly applied ceramic sealants. Acidic or alkaline shampoos can break down protective layers or attack wraps — the FoamGiant washes thoroughly without touching the protection systems already on the car.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible concentrate for foam lance and hand sprayer.\u003c\/strong\u003e The concentrate is dialled in for use with a foam lance on a pressure washer, but it also works with hand foam sprayers. You can tune the dose to the gear and the foam consistency you want — from fine, creamy foam through to coarse, quick foam. That flexibility makes the FoamGiant a tool that adapts to your own detailing setup, not the other way around.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing1's tip from the shop:\u003c\/strong\u003e For maximum foam performance, pour the concentrate into the foam lance bottle first, then top up with water — not the other way around. That stops pre-foaming and gives you control over the concentration. With very hard water it pays to run a higher share of concentrate, since limescale can knock down foam stability. Lay the foam on top to bottom and let it dwell at least 3–5 minutes before you work the panel with the wash mitt. For matt paint and wraps: after rinsing, dry off with a soft drying towel — don't drag it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003epH-neutral foam formula — how the FoamGiant lifts dirt without harming surfaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe principle behind a pH-neutral foam shampoo is simpler than it sounds: a pH of 7 (neutral) means the product reacts neither acidic nor alkaline. That matters, because most protective layers on car paint — hard waxes, polymer sealants, ceramic coatings — get broken down by extreme pH values. An acidic shampoo (pH under 5) dissolves limescale and water spots, but it also attacks sealants. An alkaline shampoo (pH over 9) cleans very aggressively, but it can swell wraps and strip the oils out of paint. The FoamGiant lands in the middle: it cleans through surfactant action — the surfactants wrap around dirt particles and lift them off the surface without chemically reaching into the surface itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe difference from a standard car shampoo sits in the foam formula. Ordinary shampoos make foam when you mix them with water and air, but the quality of that foam — stability, density, how it clings to the panel — depends heavily on the foaming agents used. The FoamGiant runs a formula deliberately tuned for maximum foam dwell. That means the foam stays put as a compact blanket on the car's surface, doesn't run off straight away, and gives the surfactants enough time to bind dirt and road film. That extended dwell is the core advantage over thinner foam. At the same time there are no aggressive solvents or acids in the formula that would cause trouble on sensitive surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor cars with wraps the pH neutrality really earns its place. PPF film reacts sensitively to solvent-heavy or very alkaline cleaners — the elastomer layer that gives it its self-healing properties can be permanently damaged by the wrong chemistry. So if you've got a wrapped car and you want to wash it regularly with a foam lance, you're far better served by a pH-neutral foam concentrate like the FoamGiant than by a universal pressure-washer shampoo from the DIY store. The formula is also free of components that would leave unwanted gloss on matt paint and matt wraps — the matt finish survives the wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDosing and using the FoamGiant the right way — the wash workflow with a foam lance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHow you use the FoamGiant depends on the gear. Most often it goes on with a foam lance on a pressure washer: here you mix 30–100 ml of concentrate with 1 litre of water and pour it into the lance bottle. The exact amount depends on the gear, the nozzle setting and your own foam preference. If you like creamy, dense foam, dose more generously — if you'd rather have a more flowing pre-foam pass, take the lower dose. With a hand foam sprayer (e.g. PROFILINE FoamSprayer) 10–30 ml per litre of water is the recommendation. The lower dose is enough, because the hand sprayer pulls less air into the mix than a high-pressure foam lance — the foam is softer and has a different texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe wash workflow ideally starts with a quick pre-rinse of the car using clean water, to flush off loose grit and stop sand particles getting worked into the paint when you lay the foam on. Then you spray the foam on top to bottom — roof, bonnet, side panels, sills last. Don't go under the 3–5 minute dwell time; on heavily soiled cars the foam can sit on the panel even longer. Important: the foam mustn't dry on. On hot summer days or in direct sun, work faster or wash the car in the shade, since dried-on shampoo can leave streaks and water spots. After the dwell comes the hand wash with a wash mitt — the foam acts as a lubricant and shields the paint from micro-scratches caused by the direct contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA common mistake: pouring the concentrate straight into the foam sprayer without diluting it. Neat concentrate can clog nozzles and doesn't make better foam — quite the opposite, the foam quality drops when the ratio is off. Always water in the bottle first, then concentrate. That stops pre-foaming as you fill and gives you an even mix. After the wash, give the foam lance or sprayer bottle a quick flush with clean water — it extends the life of the gear and stops residue building up in the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere it fits — which cars and surfaces the FoamGiant suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX XTREME FoamGiant\u003c\/strong\u003e suits almost every exterior surface on a modern car: painted panels in gloss and matt, wraps, chrome trim, glass, plastic exterior parts and wheels. The one limit: for badly baked-on iron fallout on wheels or for stubborn tyre deposits, a specialised cleaner gets you there faster — the FoamGiant is a wash shampoo, not a heavy-duty cleaner. It reliably pulls road film, fresh bird mess, fresh-to-lightly-dried bug splatter and dust deposits. For heavy soiling like baked-on tar, tree sap or long-dried bird mess, pre-treat with a specialised remover before the foam wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor cars with active protection — ceramic coatings, polymer sealants or graphene — the FoamGiant is ideal: it doesn't wash the protection out, it cleans gently over the top of it. That's a key difference from alkaline shampoos, which strip protective layers away systematically over time. So if you've got a quality sealant on the car and you want to get the most life out of it, watch the pH neutrality when you pick a shampoo. The FoamGiant is the right call for exactly this case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor professional detailers washing several cars a day, the 1-litre concentrate makes economic sense too: at a dose of 50 ml per litre of water, one litre of concentrate gives you 20 litres of foam mix — enough for a whole run of cars. The concentrate form cuts storage volume and makes the product cheaper to run than ready-to-use shampoos. Against some rivals in the pro segment, the FoamGiant shows an excellent balance of foam quality and cleaning intensity, without ever being a safety risk for sensitive surfaces. That makes it a dependable everyday shampoo you can lean on wash after wash. Handy bonus: the FoamGiant concentrate is easy to buy ahead and store — the bottle barely takes up room in the garage, and since the concentrate goes on heavily diluted, one bottle lasts a lot longer than most ready-to-use shampoos. For anyone who washes regularly — private detailer or pro — that's a real cost advantage. On top of that: a dense foam blanket protects against holograms and swirl marks during the hand wash, because it cushions the direct contact between wash mitt and paint. Anyone who cares about their paint quality while washing knows how important that mechanical buffer is — and the FoamGiant delivers it reliably on every pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFoamGiant compared — where it differs from other foam shampoos\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the SONAX XTREME range, the FoamGiant sits clearly as the product focused on maximum foam performance and dwell. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.detailing1.de\/products\/sonax-xtreme-richfoam-shampoo-autoshampoo\"\u003eXTREME Rich-Foam Shampoo\u003c\/a\u003e is also a foam shampoo from the same line, but with a profile aimed more at hand washing: creamier foam, pleasant handling with the wash mitt, a fragranced formula. If you mostly wash by hand and want a product that feels good to work with, the Rich-Foam serves you well. If on the other hand you run the foam lance regularly and want to squeeze the maximum foam yield out of the concentrate, the FoamGiant is the better call — it's explicitly tuned for the spray-application workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.detailing1.de\/products\/sonax-xtreme-ceramic-activeshampoo-autoshampoo\"\u003eXTREME Ceramic Active-Shampoo\u003c\/a\u003e rounds out the range for a different case: it carries a ceramic protection component that lightly tops up the car's protective layer with every wash. That's ideal for cars without a professional sealant, or as a caring add-on after a base seal. The FoamGiant doesn't offer this sealing effect — it's a pure wash shampoo. If you want to build a little protection at every wash, look at the Ceramic Active-Shampoo. If on the other hand you need strong foam for the pre-foam step or as a main wash product, without touching the sealant already on the car, the FoamGiant is your answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAgainst universal foam cleaners from the general accessories trade, the FoamGiant has the edge in being specialised for car washing: the surfactants are tuned to road grime, the formula is paint-safe, and the mix of foam quality and surface care is built around the surfaces you actually find on a car. Cheap universal cleaners can throw up a similar amount of foam short-term, but they often have uncontrolled pH values and the potential to damage coatings and wraps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying advice — who the SONAX XTREME FoamGiant is worth it for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe FoamGiant is the first choice for anyone who runs a foam lance or a foam sprayer as a fixed part of their wash workflow and wants a product with maximum foam performance. If you wash your car twice a week or more — say after city runs or in pollen season — you get the most out of a foam concentrate that doesn't stress the paint or any protective layers even with frequent use. That holds for the keen private detailer with their own pressure washer just as much as for the pro processing several cars a day. If you've got a car with a wrap, matt paint or a fresh ceramic seal and you want to wash it thoroughly on a regular basis without putting the protective layer at risk, the FoamGiant is a safe decision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo round out the full foam-wash workflow alongside the FoamGiant, look at the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.detailing1.de\/products\/sonax-profiline-foamsprayer-schaumspruher\"\u003ePROFILINE FoamSprayer\u003c\/a\u003e — the handy foam sprayer that needs no pressure washer, particularly good for quick refresh washes or for use on the road. Paired with the FoamGiant concentrate you get a compact, powerful wash kit that needs no external pressure source. For the full detailing workflow, a wax or sealant shampoo is worth reaching for as the last step after the foam wash. The FoamGiant is the solid base here: it cleans thoroughly, protects the paint mechanically through dense foam, and leaves the surface in the best shape for everything that follows. The 1-litre bottle covers plenty of washes and offers excellent value for a specialised foam concentrate of this quality. Once you've washed with the FoamGiant, you'll see the difference from an ordinary car shampoo straight away — and you'll hardly want to switch back.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SONAX","offers":[{"title":"1000 ml \/ 1 liter","offer_id":57341846847823,"sku":"D1-SNX-02903000","price":11.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/sonax-xtreme-foamgiant-shampoo-autoshampoo_1000ml.png?v=1774730123"},{"product_id":"meguiars-hybrid-ceramic-wash-and-wax-autoshampoo-versiegelung","title":"Hybrid Ceramic \"Wash \u0026 Wax\" Car Shampoo with Sealant","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCeramic protection with every wash, thanks to Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wash \u0026amp; Wax\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow do you wash a coated car without weakening the ceramic layer? Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wash \u0026amp; Wax cleans gently and tops up the ceramic sealant with an SiO2 boost on every wash.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMeguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wash \u0026amp; Wax\u003c\/strong\u003e is the modern answer to classic shampoos – a clever hybrid formula made specifically for cars running a ceramic sealant. While you wash, something smart happens in the background: the shampoo doesn't just lift dirt and bird droppings, it lays down microscopic SiO2 ceramic particles at the same time, reinforcing the ceramic layer you already have. That's the key bit: ordinary shampoos chip away at ceramic protection because they're alkaline and rough up the paint too much. The Hybrid Ceramic shampoo works with your coating instead. You skip those pricey re-applications, because your protection lasts longer with every wash. The payoff is mad water beading and a gloss that even freshly polished cars struggle to match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSiO2 boost: build the ceramic sealant up instead of wearing it down.\u003c\/strong\u003e Every wash with this shampoo lays extra SiO2 ceramic particles onto the paint – like a fine, invisible mist that forms a transparent protective film. It's the secret weapon between top-ups of Meguiar's Ultimate Ceramic Coating Spray or other premium ceramics. You don't need to re-coat every year; washing regularly with this shampoo stretches the lifespan a long way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMad water beading: clear-coat safe and a real head-turner.\u003c\/strong\u003e Thanks to the SiO2 ceramic tech, the shampoo throws up a lotus effect right after the wash, with water pulling into beads and rolling off the surface. It doesn't just look the part – it cuts the chance of water spots, dries faster and shields the paint from salt, bug splatter and UV.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid formula: gentle cleaning + active sealing in one step.\u003c\/strong\u003e A lot of sealant shampoos clean poorly, because the cleaners and protection components don't play nicely together. Hybrid Ceramic uses a special emulsion chemistry where cleaning and ceramic protection go hand in hand. You get the clean of a premium wash PLUS the sealant top-up, no compromise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing1's tip from the shop:\u003c\/strong\u003e The shampoo now comes in a 1420 ml bottle – the sweet spot for an active detailer. For a foam cannon, dilute around 6:1 (20–25 ml per canister); for a bucket wash, 60 ml in 3.8 L of warm water. A pro trick: run the foam cannon as a pre-wash (5–10 minutes dwell time) to loosen dirt gently, then rinse and do the second wash in the bucket. That's even kinder on the ceramic and gets you the most SiO2 deposition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSiO2 shampoo – how does the ceramic hybrid tech actually work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe secret is in the hybrid chemistry: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wash \u0026amp; Wax runs two technologies in parallel. First: gentle but effective surfactants (cleaners) that grab dirt, bird droppings, bug splatter and brake dust without harming the paint. Second: nano SiO2 ceramic particles dissolved in a special oil-in-water emulsion. As you wash and rinse, these SiO2 particles settle onto the paint like a film of glass – invisible, but seriously effective. SiO2 (silicon dioxide) is the same material used in premium ceramic sealants like Meguiar's Ultimate Ceramic Coating Spray, just spread out in a micro-fine form. That's exactly why this shampoo builds up existing ceramic layers instead of tearing them down. The surface gets finer and low in porosity, so water no longer soaks in – it beads off completely. The hybrid side matters: the shampoo isn't as aggressive as alkaline cleaners (which rough up ceramic) and isn't as soft as pure care shampoos (which don't reliably shift dirt). It's the sweet spot for ceramic pros and keen owners who wash often.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCeramic wash application – the right workflow for hybrid ceramic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe application is a touch different from classic shampoos, because the SiO2 deposition needs dwell time. Ideally you start with a pre-wash: rinse the car down with clean water or run a pre-wash with a foam cannon (let it dwell around 5–10 minutes). That loosens the heavy grime gently and preps the paint. Then mix the shampoo: about 60 ml in 3.8 litres of lukewarm water in the bucket. Temperature matters here – it helps the emulsion do its job perfectly. Work briskly top to bottom: roof, bonnet, doors, side panels. The key difference: let the shampoo sit briefly (30–60 seconds) on larger panels before moving on – that gives the SiO2 particles time to settle. Use a soft wash sponge or microfibre mitt to keep swirls away. After each panel, wring the sponge out in clean water (second bucket). To finish, rinse clean with cool, clear water – that locks in the SiO2 ceramic layer and triggers the lotus effect straight away. The shampoo dries fast and leaves no streaks. Foam cannon users: dose 20–25 ml per canister (6:1), foam the whole car, let it dwell 5–10 minutes, then rinse thoroughly. It's the gentlest method and gets you the most ceramic reinforcement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCar shampoo with sealant – results \u0026amp; best use cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHybrid Ceramic Wash \u0026amp; Wax shows its full strength on cars that already run a ceramic sealant. If you've already got a quality ceramic layer (say Meguiar's Ultimate Ceramic Coating Spray, a pro ceramic from a detailer, or newer OEM ceramics), this shampoo is essential: regular washes with this formula push the lifespan out by months, even years. The maths is hard to argue with – a good ceramic sealant runs you 200–500 EUR if you had to redo it every year. This shampoo saves you that. New cars on fresh factory paint benefit too: the shampoo cleans reliably and lays down a first protective ceramic layer right away, with no need to coat separately. That's a brilliant bit of upkeep for new-car owners who want to protect the paint from day one. It's also ideal for cars already wearing a hybrid ceramic (say if you've used our Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Liquid Wax) – it reinforces the hybrid layer and bumps up the durability. One important note: if your car is filthy (building site, long lay-up), pair this shampoo with a pre-wash or our Ultimate Snow Foam – the deep clean doesn't foam quite as dramatically, but the SiO2 deposition still works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCeramic car shampoo comparison – Hybrid Ceramic vs. Ultimate vs. Gold Class\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeguiar's runs several quality shampoo lines, and the choice comes down to your sealing strategy. Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wash \u0026amp; Wax is the first pick for anyone actively working with ceramic sealants – whether your own applications or professional ones. It's fundamentally different from Meguiar's Gold Class shampoo, which uses traditional carnauba wax conditioners and pairs better with Gold Class wax sealants. Meguiar's Ultimate Wash \u0026amp; Wax (if you're stacking it against the other lines) is a solid entry-level option, but it doesn't have the specialised SiO2 ceramic tech. Hybrid Ceramic Wash \u0026amp; Wax is the more modern technology – it works precisely with SiO2 rather than general wax conditioners. If you own a car with a ceramic sealant, no other Meguiar's shampoo is this effective for upkeep. A look at the competition tells the story fast: plenty of \"ceramic shampoos\" from other brands are greenwashing – barely any SiO2 in them, they just call themselves that. The Hybrid Ceramic from Meguiar's is the real deal, measurable and noticeable on every wash, because the water beading jumps up straight away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHybrid Ceramic Wash \u0026amp; Wax – buying advice \u0026amp; the ideal combo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wash \u0026amp; Wax (1420 ml) is a must-have for anyone running a ceramic sealant. It's not a \"nice extra\" – it's fundamental to how long your sealant lasts. The 1420 ml bottle is big enough for around 15–20 regular washes (depending on car size and how dirty it gets) and perfect for an active detailer. The ideal pairing is with other products from the Hybrid Ceramic line: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Liquid Wax as your base sealant (easy to apply, long-lasting), Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Detailer for weekly care between washes, and Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Tire Shine for a consistent look. Together it's a coherent system – all built around SiO2 and hybrid ceramic technology. If you're not into full-on ceramic sealants but want to tap the modern hybrid ceramic tech, the Hybrid Ceramic Liquid Wax is a brilliant entry sealant too – it takes minutes, not hours. The shampoo also suits older sealants or car waxes from other brands, but it shows its full potential on a ceramic setup. A pro tip: if you keep the car topped up between washes with our Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Detailer (just mist on with a cloth and wipe off), the gloss goes up a notch and the ceramic layer lasts even longer. The shampoo is your wet care, the detailer is your dry care – together they're unbeatable. Value: the 1420 ml bottle is dirt cheap per wash (around 1–1.50 EUR), yet saves you hundreds of euros in ceramic re-coats. That's a genuine investment in long-term quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meguiars","offers":[{"title":"48 oz (1.4 liters)","offer_id":57344834502991,"sku":"D1-MEG-G264848EU","price":20.93,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/Meguiars-Hybrid-Ceramic-Wash-Wax-Autoshampoo-mit-Versiegelung-48-oz-14-Liter_PS1.jpg?v=1775376170"},{"product_id":"meguiars-gold-class-car-wash-shampoo-and-conditioner","title":"GOLD CLASS Car Wash Shampoo \u0026 Conditioner Car Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA glossy finish with no wax stripping, thanks to Meguiar's Gold Class Shampoo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow do you wash your car without wrecking the wax layer that's already on it? Meguiar's Gold Class Shampoo cleans gently and conditions the paint at the same time with carnauba wax oils.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMeguiar's Gold Class Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e isn't just another car shampoo – it pairs proper cleaning power with active paint care. While your car fights its way through grime, bugs and bird droppings, this shampoo doesn't only handle the dirt, it feeds your paint with premium carnauba wax oils. The result: a finish that shines like it's fresh off the polisher, sheets water into perfect beads, and protects the wax you've already laid down instead of stripping it. That's what makes it a favourite among German detailers and the test winner over at \u003cem\u003eclassiccars.de\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo jobs in one: deep cleaning + paint care in a single wash.\u003c\/strong\u003e The shampoo uses dedicated cleaning agents to lift dirt and grime, while the built-in carnauba wax oils work straight into the paint. You save time and walk away from the wash with a silky, glossy finish already in place – no separate polish needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH-neutral: safe on every paint type and every wax layer.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plenty of cheap shampoos are alkaline and eat into your sealant. Gold Class Shampoo is deliberately formulated pH-neutral to respect wax and ceramic layers. Perfect if you've already sealed with Gold Class Paste or Liquid Wax, or you want to protect your fresh Hybrid Ceramic Wax layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpectacular water beading: the paint beads like it's brand new.\u003c\/strong\u003e Thanks to the carnauba wax conditioners, the shampoo builds a hydrophobic surface right after you use it. Rain, hose water and splashes bead off straight away – that speeds up drying, keeps water spots at bay, and honestly just looks stunning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing1's tip from the shop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always run Gold Class Shampoo with the two-bucket method: one with shampoo water (60 ml to 3.8 L), one with clean water to rinse the mitt. That stops you dragging grit particles across the paint. For bigger vehicles or when you want to move quickly, a foam cannon is an option too – use the same 1:3 dilution with about 20 ml per canister.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCar shampoo with conditioner – how does it actually work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe secret to Meguiar's Gold Class Shampoo is its hybrid formula: it combines anionic surfactants (cleaning molecules that wrap around dirt) with carnauba wax micro-emulsions. As you wash, the surfactants break down bird droppings, bug splatter, brake dust and road grime. At the same time, the carnauba wax oils settle onto the paint as a wafer-thin protective layer. This matters: that layer isn't thick like a proper wax coat, it's a top-up layer that reinforces the sealant already there. That's exactly why the shampoo is so safe on already-sealed cars – it doesn't strip, it supports. The foam is dialled in just right: enough to work efficiently across big panels, but not so much that it's a pain to rinse. That's why it works both in bucket washes and in the foam cannon – the concentration adapts to the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGold Class Car Wash application – step by step through the workflow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe application is straightforward, but it pays to know the right order. Pre-wash first: rinse your car down thoroughly with clean water – that clears off loose leaves, sand and heavy grime that could otherwise put swirls in the paint during the wash. Then mix the shampoo: about 60 ml (a good handful) to 3.8 litres of warm water in the bucket. Temperature matters – lukewarm water helps the surfactants do their job, and the carnauba wax oils dissolve more evenly. Use a quality wash sponge or a microfibre wash mitt – that cuts the friction against the paint and spreads the shampoo more evenly. Work top to bottom: roof, bonnet, doors, side panels, then the lower sections. After each section wring the mitt out in the clean water – that's the two-bucket method, and it isn't optional if you want to avoid swirls. Finish by rinsing clean with fresh water. The carnauba wax conditioners kick in during the rinse itself and produce that signature beading straight away. For foam cannon users: dose about 20 ml per canister (or 6:1 dilution), pre-wash with it, then rinse off with clean water. The shampoo is very effective this way too, since the foam structure makes the cleaning more even.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eResults \u0026amp; use cases – which vehicles is it ideal for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeguiar's Gold Class Shampoo works across the board, but it really shows its strengths in certain situations. Cars with older paint that needs gentle handling – classics, or cars with a thinner clear coat – get a huge amount out of the pH-neutral formula and the nourishing oils. Cars already sealed with Gold Class Paste or Liquid Wax get a perfect care routine out of the matching shampoo: the conditioners in the shampoo reinforce the wax layer with every wash instead of stripping it. That's a big edge over cheap shampoos, which are often alkaline and wreck wax layers within a few weeks. It's safe on cars with newer ceramic layers too (like Meguiar's Ultimate Ceramic Coating Spray or our Hybrid Ceramic line) – it works with the coating, not against it. New cars with factory paint benefit as well: the shampoo cleans reliably, and the carnauba wax conditioners give young paint an extra layer of gloss right away. One important note for really filthy cars: if your car is caked in grime (construction runs, long spells sitting still), pair Gold Class Shampoo with a prior clay bar treatment or a pre-wash with snow foam – that takes the strain off both the shampoo and your wash mitt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGold Class versus other Meguiar's shampoos – comparison and where each fits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeguiar's runs several shampoo lines, and it's worth understanding when each one is the right call. Gold Class Shampoo is aimed at people who value classic premium quality and carnauba wax care – it's the traditional pick for regular washing and paint care rolled into one. Meguiar's Ultimate Wash \u0026amp; Wax is a more modern alternative with more aggressive cleaning and faster application, but it leans towards beginners and isn't tuned as precisely to existing wax layers. Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wash \u0026amp; Wax (1420 ml) is the counterpart for cars with modern hybrid ceramic protection – it uses SiO2 technology instead of carnauba wax and is formulated specifically to reinforce ceramic layers. So if you're already running Gold Class wax, Gold Class Shampoo is the natural choice. But if you're moving over to more modern Hybrid Ceramic or Ultimate Ceramic solutions, switch to Hybrid Ceramic Wash \u0026amp; Wax too – the formulas are built to match. For true enthusiasts: you can run Gold Class Shampoo all year round, but in winter – when road salt and grime are brutal – back it up with our Ultimate Snow Foam as a pre-wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying advice – who is Gold Class Shampoo the right choice for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeguiar's Gold Class Shampoo is the first choice for anyone who doesn't want to pick between cleaning and care. It's a perfect fit if you already own Gold Class Paste or Liquid Wax (that's our best-selling wax combo in Germany), and it's ideal too if you prefer a classic, timeless approach to paint care – quality over trend. Classic-car fans who want to treat their paint gently are spot on here. And for anyone who wants to keep their existing wax layer going between fresh applications, this shampoo is essential – it stretches the life of any sealant by weeks. The 473 ml bottle is perfect for occasional washers (4–6 washes), the 1.89 L bottle for anyone who washes regularly or runs several cars. If you look after a few cars, or you want to stock your place with a reliable go-to shampoo, the big bottle works out cheaper. Paired with our Gold Class Paste Wax or the Gold Class Endurance Tire Gel, you put together a complete, matched care routine – but even as a standalone shampoo alongside other brands, it stays hard to beat. Our tip: plenty of beginners start out convinced cheap shampoos save money. Three months in, they've wrecked their wax layer and face an expensive re-seal. Gold Class Shampoo pays for itself through the longer life of your wax layers – it's an investment in lasting quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meguiars","offers":[{"title":"16 fl oz (473 ml)","offer_id":57344839352655,"sku":"D1-MEG-G7116EU","price":11.93,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"64 oz (1.89 Liters)","offer_id":57345051787599,"sku":"D1-MEG-G7164EU","price":22.43,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/Meguiars-GOLD-CLASS-Car-Wash-Shampoo-Conditioner-Autoshampoo-16-oz-473-ml_PS1.jpg?v=1775376057"},{"product_id":"sonax-profiline-reload-shampoo-versiegelungsshampoo","title":"PROFILINE Reload Shampoo Sealant Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTop up your SiO₂ sealant with every wash — SONAX PROFILINE Reload Shampoo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat sets a sealant shampoo apart from a normal car shampoo? SONAX's sealant shampoo is built to actively recharge your existing SiO₂ and polymer sealants with every wash and stretch out how long they keep working.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery wash chips away at a sealant or coating bit by bit — even pH-neutral shampoos slowly pull substance out of the sealant layer over time. The \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX PROFILINE Reload Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e flips that around: instead of weakening the sealant while you wash, this sealant shampoo actively tops up the protective layer with every pass. What you get is a sealant layer that doesn't just hold on but keeps renewing itself — well past its original lifespan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSiO₂ reload technology — the sealant gets recharged with every wash.\u003c\/strong\u003e The PROFILINE Reload Shampoo carries SiO₂ nano-particles (silicon dioxide) that lay down on the paint as you wash and work themselves into the existing sealant layer. This reload mechanism offsets the natural breakdown of the sealant from weather and washing — the sealant layer stays active and hydrophobic for the long haul.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater beading after every wash — proof you can see.\u003c\/strong\u003e The lotus effect of a SiO₂ sealant — water beading into droplets and carrying the dirt off with it — is the clearest sign a protective layer is doing its job. Once you've used the Reload Shampoo, the paint beads like it did on day one right after the rinse, even when the original sealant was already showing the first signs of wear. That makes the reload effect measurable after every wash and easy to show customers in a detailing business.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10-litre pro container for non-stop commercial use.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Reload Shampoo comes in a 10-litre canister — the most economical format for car washes, detailing businesses and dealerships that wash lots of cars a day. The price per litre in the bulk container works out far cheaper than in single bottles, and the volume keeps you running without constant reorders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe reload principle is especially interesting for cars with SiO₂ coatings that were done at a pro business. These coatings cost real money to apply and are meant to last as long as possible. With a sealant shampoo that regenerates the coating layer on every wash, the investment in that original coating is properly protected — customers don't have to shell out for a full re-coat nearly as soon. That's a clear service angle for detailing businesses offering their customers long-term coating care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay-to-day from Detailing1:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the best reload effect, use the Reload Shampoo in a contact wash with a mitt and the bucket method: let the shampoo dwell for a moment (30–60 seconds) before you rinse — that gives the SiO₂ particles time to settle onto the paint. On cars with fresh ceramic coatings (the first 7–30 days after application) wait out the cure time before you reach for the Reload Shampoo. As a dosing guide, go for 30–50 ml per 10-litre bucket depending on how dirty the car is. The 10-litre canister pairs nicely with a dosing pump to keep your daily measure consistent across the business and save product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe reload technology behind the PROFILINE sealant shampoo — the SiO₂ mechanism and how it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX PROFILINE Reload Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e works on the principle of reactive sealant top-up: the SiO₂ nano-particles in the shampoo formula are water-soluble and activate in the film of wash water. When they meet the existing sealant layer they embed into its structure and fill in the spots that UV, temperature swings or earlier washes have worn down. After the rinse, a renewed SiO₂ layer stays behind on the paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSilicon dioxide (SiO₂) is the key component in modern paint sealants because it forms an extremely hard, clear and hydrophobic layer. Unlike carnauba wax, which is soft and rubs off with friction, SiO₂ stands up far better to mechanical stress and weather. The Reload Shampoo works with the same SiO₂ particles used in professional coating products — at a lower concentration for wash use, but with a measurable top-up factor after every wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing worth getting straight is the difference between the Reload Shampoo and a full re-coat: the Reload Shampoo stretches the working life of an existing coating a lot, but it doesn't replace a full re-application. It's the maintenance step in the care cycle — sitting between the professional first coat and a fresh application that might eventually be needed after heavy use or a few years. That clear positioning makes the Reload Shampoo a must-have part of any professional paint-care setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe reload principle has a money side too: professional SiO₂ coatings run anywhere from several hundred to over a thousand euros depending on the product and the size of the business, application included. A coating that would normally last 12 to 24 months can be stretched to 24 to 48 months with the Reload Shampoo — as long as the care is done consistently. The savings from longer coating cycles outweigh the small extra cost of the Reload Shampoo over a standard shampoo by a mile. That's the main argument for businesses and car owners who invest in professional coatings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pH-neutrality of the Reload Shampoo is another critical property: SiO₂ coatings react badly to acidic or alkaline cleaners. The PROFILINE Reload Shampoo is dialled in to a pH that won't attack the existing sealant layer while getting the reload particles to activate at their best. Shampoos that are too alkaline would actively dissolve the sealant on every wash — exactly the opposite of what you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing the Reload Shampoo — dosing in a pro business and by hand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor commercial use with the 10-litre canister it pays to fit a dosing pump: these pumps sit on standard canisters and deliver a set amount per stroke — usually 30–50 ml. That standardises the dose and stops over- or under-dosing when several staff or shifts are involved. A dosing pump pays for itself fast in daily use through the product you save with a tighter measure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor hand washing in a detailing business the same principles apply as at home, just on a bigger scale: two-bucket method, dwell time, a full rinse. The Reload Shampoo foams up enough for good lubrication while you wash, which keeps the mitt from dragging micro-scratches into the paint through lack of slip. Its cleaning power is plenty for normal road grime — for heavily soiled cars, start with a pre-wash from a pressure washer to knock off the worst before the sealant shampoo goes on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor businesses running wash bays or pressure washers, the Reload Shampoo can also go through a foam lance once you adjust the concentration. Here dwell time really matters: with a foam pre-clean the foam needs enough time to wet the surface and activate the SiO₂ particles before it's rinsed off. Give it at least a minute. After you rinse the foam the normal contact wash follows — foam on its own doesn't replace the mechanical cleaning step for stubborn grime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the rinse, dry the car quickly to make the water beading show right away and to stop water spots from standing water. In a pro business a blaster (a compressed-air blower) is the most efficient way to start drying — leftover water from door shuts, mirrors and roof edges comes off without any cloth contact. Then you finish drying with microfibre towels for a streak-free surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere the PROFILINE Reload Shampoo fits — detailing businesses, dealerships and studios\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reload Shampoo is aimed first at professional users: car detailing businesses, dealerships with a car-care service and detailing studios. The 10-litre format only pays off with regular, commercial use — for the occasional private user a smaller format makes more sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn detailing businesses that offer their customers SiO₂ coatings, the Reload Shampoo is the logical add-on to the service line-up: after a professional coating application you can recommend the customer use the Reload Shampoo for ongoing upkeep — or the business runs a \"Coating Maintenance Wash\" as a service, with the Reload Shampoo as the star product. That turns a one-off coating application into recurring service work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor dealerships that prep new and pre-owned cars and add a paint seal on delivery, the Reload Shampoo is the follow-up product for the maintenance recommendation. Customers who got a paint sealant when they bought the car can stretch that sealant's working life themselves with the Reload Shampoo — a concrete extra you can pitch as an add-on service during the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe PROFILINE Reload Shampoo compared — sealant shampoos and everyday shampoos\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to a normal car shampoo with no sealant function, the Reload Shampoo is the stronger product for cars with active SiO₂ coatings. A pure cleaning shampoo like the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-xtreme-foamgiant-shampoo-autoshampoo\"\u003eSONAX XTREME FoamGiant Shampoo\u003c\/a\u003e is ideal for freshly coated cars in the first weeks after application, while the coating is still curing and you don't want any foreign product touching the layer. The Reload Shampoo is the right pick for coatings that have already cured and need the ongoing reload cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNext to the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-xtreme-shampoo-2-in-1-autoshampoo\"\u003eSONAX XTREME Shampoo \"2 in 1\"\u003c\/a\u003e, which packs in classic wax components, the PROFILINE Reload Shampoo is a different beast: the 2-in-1 shampoo is the handy everyday product for any car without an active SiO₂ coating. The Reload Shampoo is the specialist product for SiO₂-coated cars — it works hand in hand with the coating chemistry that's already there and reinforces it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-xtreme-ceramic-activeshampoo-autoshampoo\"\u003eSONAX XTREME Ceramic Active-Shampoo\u003c\/a\u003e is the consumer version in the XTREME range with a similar ceramic protection principle. The PROFILINE Reload Shampoo is its professional counterpart in the PROFILINE segment — higher concentration, bigger container, built for non-stop commercial use. For the home user with a single SiO₂-coated car, the Ceramic Active-Shampoo in a handier format is the more practical choice. For businesses with lots of coated cars, the PROFILINE Reload Shampoo is the more economical product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-xtreme-foam-seal-schaumversiegelung-autoshampoo-versiegelung\"\u003eSONAX XTREME Foam+Seal\u003c\/a\u003e takes a different sealing approach: it lays down a fresh polymer sealant whether or not there's an existing coating. That's the route for cars with no active coating layer. The PROFILINE Reload Shampoo, by contrast, tops up and reinforces the existing SiO₂ layer. Both approaches have their place — the call depends on the state and history of the car's paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy the SONAX PROFILINE Reload Shampoo — for businesses and keen private drivers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis sealant shampoo is for professional users who care for lots of cars with SiO₂ sealants day in, day out, and for private detailing enthusiasts who have an active SiO₂ coating on their car and want to keep that coating working with every wash. The 10-litre pro container is the most economical format for regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor keen private drivers who've had their car sealed with a quality SiO₂ coating and want to maintain it themselves, the 10-litre container is over the top to start with — a smaller format would be handier. That said, the PROFILINE Reload Shampoo is also available in small quantities from specialist retailers. If you want to try the product first, start with a small amount and step up to the more economical bulk container once you're convinced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGet into the PROFILINE sealant shampoo system and you gain a product that pulls double duty: cleaning and active sealant care in one. The extra effort over a standard shampoo is zero — the payoff is measurable: the beading lasts longer, dirt clings to the paint less, and the intervals before a re-coat can be stretched out considerably. That makes the PROFILINE Reload Shampoo not just a care product but an investment-protection move for any professionally applied SiO₂ sealant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SONAX","offers":[{"title":"10 liters","offer_id":57345086193999,"sku":"D1-SNX-6156000","price":79.14,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/sonax-profiline-reload-shampoo_10l.png?v=1774731894"},{"product_id":"sonax-autoshampoo-konzentrat-autoshampoo","title":"AutoShampoo Konzentrat car shampoo","description":"\u003ch2 id=\"speakable-headline\"\u003eSONAX AutoShampoo Konzentrat washes without lifting the wax layer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote id=\"speakable-summary\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is SONAX AutoShampoo Konzentrat? A pH skin-neutral hand-wash concentrate that pulls dirt off paint, glass, rubber and plastic without stripping an existing wax or sealant layer. Not for decontaminating before a fresh seal, and not a solvent for baked-on tar or bug splatter.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp id=\"speakable-definition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSONAX AutoShampoo Konzentrat\u003c\/strong\u003e is a highly concentrated hand-wash shampoo from SONAX, built on especially gentle, pH skin-neutral surfactants. These surfactants wrap around dirt particles and lift them off the paint instead of rubbing them across it, and they leave the protection underneath alone. An existing wax or sealant layer stays intact while road film, dust and loose grime rinse away. Phosphate-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is exactly where a caring shampoo parts ways with a harsh all-purpose cleaner. An alkaline cleaner cuts through dirt faster, but it takes a bit of your wax or ceramic layer with it every single time. The pH-neutral concentrate works deliberately milder and lets the protection underneath stand. You don't see the difference after the first wash, but after the tenth, when water still beads on the bonnet instead of sheeting off flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne shampoo for five surfaces.\u003c\/strong\u003e Lifts dirt off paint, rubber, plastic, vinyl and glass and leaves the wax or sealant layer underneath untouched. You don't need a second product for trim, windows or bumpers — you wash the whole car from one bucket of foam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout 50 ml to 10 litres, and that's it.\u003c\/strong\u003e A bucket wash needs roughly 50 millilitres of concentrate. That makes the 2-litre bottle good for around 40 hand washes, the 5-litre canister for about 100. For foam lances and pressure washers you dilute 1:3 to 1:5 instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhosphate-free and pressure-washer ready.\u003c\/strong\u003e The concentrate is formulated without phosphates and explicitly cleared for pressure washers and foam units too. One product covers both the bucket wash and the pre-wash foam, instead of two different bottles sitting on the shelf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing1's tip from the shop:\u003c\/strong\u003e The most common mistake is letting the foam dry on, especially in the sun or on a bonnet that's still warm right after a drive. If the shampoo dries on, you're left with surfactant and lime streaks that you then have to polish off the hard way. Wash in the shade, work panel by panel from top to bottom, and rinse each section before it dries off. What we see day-to-day: above 25 °C, go for two smaller passes rather than one big panel that dries out in the sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout 50 ml to ten litres, don't let it dry on\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoam up about 50 ml of SONAX AutoShampoo Konzentrat in 10 litres of warm water, wash top to bottom with a soft sponge, and don't let the foam dry on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe heavy grit gets rinsed off with water first, and that's not an optional step — it's your scratch protection. Loose sand and grit act like sandpaper under the sponge, and if you go at it dry, you rub fine wash marks into the clear coat. Use warm water, it cuts through grease and road film noticeably better than cold, and work the two-bucket method if you can: one bucket of foam, one with clean water to rinse the sponge. You'll find matching sponges, wash buckets and drying towels in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/zubehoer\"\u003ewash accessories\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a foam lance or pressure washer, you pre-dilute the concentrate 1:3 to 1:5 into the container and follow the equipment maker's guidance. Whether it's a bucket or a lance, finish by rinsing with plenty of clean water and chamois it off quickly while the surface is still wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe drying stage is where you decide whether the wash really comes out spot-free. If the rinse water sits too long, dissolved minerals dry on as water spots, especially with hard tap water. Pull the water off quickly with a clean drying towel, ideally flat rather than with pressure, so no leftover grit drags across the paint. The beading on the final rinse also tells you, in passing, that your sealant has survived the wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003epH-neutral means gentle, not decontaminating\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pH-neutral concentrate keeps your existing protection but neither builds it up nor strips it down. For prepping paint before a fresh seal, it's the wrong tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe very property that makes the shampoo so useful day-to-day is also its limit. If you want to fully strip the paint before a new coating, you need a degreasing prep shampoo or a degreaser that deliberately takes the old wax residue back off. A pH-neutral shampoo leaves it standing on purpose. And it's no solvent either: baked-on tar, fallout or a dried-on bug crust need a dedicated remover product first. What we see day-to-day, a shampoo alone rarely cuts it for a bug-plastered front end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt helps to sort things by the job, because there isn't one right shampoo — there are three types for three jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShampoo type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eJob\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhen it fits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH-neutral concentrate (this product)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epreserve existing protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eregular care on wax- or ceramic-sealed paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSealant shampoo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003erefresh gloss and protection at every wash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ewhen the paint should pick up a bit of protection with each wash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcidic shampoo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ebreak down water spots and lime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ewith stubborn mineral residue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor regular upkeep, the neutral concentrate is the all-rounder. If you want to refresh gloss and protection at every wash, you reach for a sealant shampoo from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lackversiegelung\"\u003epaint sealing\u003c\/a\u003e range. Two ground rules stay either way: don't use it on hot surfaces and never let it dry on, or you get streaks. And the canister belongs in frost-free storage — once it's frozen through, the surfactant structure changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether the protection still holds is easiest to check by the beading. As long as water runs off in round beads after the wash, the sealant is still there. If it sheets off flat instead, the protection has worn thin. The neutral shampoo hasn't worn it away then — it has only made the natural ageing visible. That's exactly the moment for a refresh, not for a harsher shampoo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFor anyone who wants their protection to last for weeks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutoShampoo Konzentrat pays off for anyone who washes regularly by hand and wants to keep their wax or ceramic layer going for weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's less suited to someone who's about to seal fresh and has to clean the paint bare first — they're better served by a decontaminating prep product. And anyone with no protection on the paint who's mainly after maximum gloss per wash gets a more visible result from a sealant shampoo. For the honest, weekly upkeep wash of a well-kept car, though, the neutral concentrate is the obvious pick, and it pairs with every other bottle from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/autoshampoo\"\u003ecar shampoo\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice that means: a wash with the neutral concentrate once a week or every two weeks keeps paint and protection in balance, without overworking the sealant. Only once water no longer beads after the wash is it time to refresh the protection with a spray sealant — not before. That way you cleanly separate cleaning from preserving, instead of forcing both into one aggressive combo product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith the pack sizes, frequency makes the call. The 2-litre bottle with a screw cap is good for around 40 washes on one vehicle and is the easy way in. The 5-litre canister with a pour spout pays off from the second car on, or in weekly heavy use — about 100 washes per canister, simply decanted into a dosing bottle. Both are formulated phosphate-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone who looks after several vehicles or washes for a club or fleet does best with the 5-litre canister. At around 50 ml per bucket, the cost per wash stays in the low cents, and you dose the concentrate exactly, instead of a ready-mixed wash solution taking up room in the canister. Decanted once into a small dosing bottle, the next bucket wash is set up in seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe point the back label won't tell you: a pH-neutral shampoo is the cheapest way to extend your sealant's life. Every wash with a harsh all-purpose or gloss shampoo costs you a bit of durability. With the protection-friendly concentrate you get around 40 washes out of a 2-litre bottle without using up the protection underneath. In the end the pricier sealant outlasts the shampoo that cares for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"SONAX","offers":[{"title":"2 liters","offer_id":57405962191183,"sku":"D1-SNX-03145410","price":10.29,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 liters","offer_id":57405962223951,"sku":"D1-SNX-03145000","price":48.31,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/sonax-autoshampoo-konzentrat.png?v=1775381476"},{"product_id":"koch-chemie-acid-shampoo-a-aa-saures-waschanlagenshampoo","title":"Acid Shampoo A \"Aa\" Acidic Car-Wash Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2 id=\"speakable-headline\"\u003eAcid Shampoo A neutralises the pre-wash and protects the wash brushes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote id=\"speakable-summary\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is Acid Shampoo A \"Aa\" from Koch-Chemie? A highly acidic concentrate for rollover and tunnel car washes running conventional process-water treatment. It binds hard limescale residue, neutralises the alkaline pre-wash sitting on the bodywork and extends the life of the wash brushes. Not suitable for biological process-water systems, raw aluminium, anodised parts, leather or hand-bucket washing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp id=\"speakable-definition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcid Shampoo A\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Aa\" is an acidic car-wash shampoo from Koch-Chemie in Unna, built on an acidic active blend with an acid-stable surfactant. The acid turns the calcium and magnesium carbonate from the process water into water-soluble salts — limescale leaves as a dissolved compound in the waste water instead of crystallising onto the brush, the paint and the bodywork. The surfactant stays stable in the acidic environment, foams reliably and lays a thin slip layer on the paint that sets up the drying stage that follows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSo the Aa is not a cleaner in the classic sense, but the second beat in the wash-bay workflow: after the alkaline pre-wash, before drying. It dissolves the mineral residue that foam and pre-wash leave behind and tips the pH on the bodywork from alkaline back into the neutral range. It's exactly this double role, cleaner plus neutraliser, that's the reason wash operators can't swap the Aa for a pH-neutral shampoo without visibly losing drying quality and brush life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1,500 car washes per 22 kg keg.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 8 to 15 ml of shampoo per car, a wash runs just under three weeks on one keg. The 225 kg container is good for around 15,000 washes, so roughly three months of full operation in a mid-range rollover wash. Boutique detailing shampoos simply don't add up in this volume logic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrush life from around 12 to 18 months.\u003c\/strong\u003e The acid binds the calcium from the alkaline process water before it crystallises as limescale on the polyethylene bristles. Without this step, brushes scale up in hard water within months, get sharp edges and tear into clear coat. With Aa they last about 50 percent longer in practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePump dosing, neat up to 1:10.\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 to 30 ml of foam or 8 to 15 ml of shampoo per car, dosed through the wash pump. Hand-bucket washing isn't on the table; mixing by hand regularly leads to overdosing and paint damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay-to-day from Detailing1:\u003c\/strong\u003e We often get enquiries from wash operators who can't explain paint damage on the bonnet. What we see day-to-day is almost always the same pattern: the shampoo dries on in sections between application and rinse, because in summer the paint surface is far hotter than the air, well past 30 degrees outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe moment the water evaporates, the acid concentrates up towards 100 percent and etches visible marks into the clear coat — detailers call that clear-coat etching, micro-burns you can't polish back out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe pro rule: check the paint surface with an infrared thermometer for under 25 degrees, split the car rigorously into small sections and time exactly one minute from application, then rinse off completely at a minimum of 120 bar before you start the next section. Wash sitting in the sun? Don't run the Aa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePump dosing 1:10, one minute, rinse straight off\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAcid Shampoo A goes in exclusively through the wash's dosing pump — neat to a maximum dilution of 1:10, depending on how dirty the car is and how hard the water is. The wash puts out 15 to 30 ml as foam or 8 to 15 ml as shampoo per car.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum contact time is one minute, measured from the moment it hits the paint. That limit isn't up for negotiation: with the high acid concentration in the concentrate, the Aa reacts within seconds the moment water evaporates and the acid concentrates on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBottom line for you: no hand-bucket washing, no second section before the first one is rinsed, no pause between application and the high-pressure rinse. That's why the wash controller in most rollover systems stops automatically after 50 to 55 seconds of acid application and releases the rinse cycle right away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe order in the wash workflow is fixed. First an alkaline pre-wash — with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/koch-chemie-pre-foam-efficient-pfe-vorreiniger-insektenloeser\"\u003ePre-Foam efficient\u003c\/a\u003e, say — lifts insects, oil and organic road grime. Then the Aa as the main wash. It removes the mineral residue and tips the pH on the bodywork from alkaline back into the neutral range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnly on that neutralised surface should the protectant go on. Flip the order and you get either wax on dirt or beading on residual alkali. Both visibly reduce drying quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore every wash start-up, compatibility has to be checked on an inconspicuous spot. Manufacturer's requirement — and in an audit, the only safeguard against paint damage on OEM special finishes or on resprayed body panels that no longer carry the factory coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePhosphates, raw aluminium and leather stay off-limits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aa has clear limits that have to be checked before use — otherwise the economics are gone and the wash operator ends up out of pocket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFirst limit: \u003cstrong\u003ebiological process-water treatment.\u003c\/strong\u003e The phosphates it contains are fertiliser for the micro-organism cultures that clarify the process water in modern bio-reactors — they drive eutrophication in the loop, tip the bacterial balance and have to be re-set with a lot of effort. With bio process water → a different phosphate-free pre-cleaner, such as the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/koch-chemie-pre-wash-b-pb-vorreiniger\"\u003ePre-Wash B\u003c\/a\u003e. With conventional treatment using flocculation and sedimentation → Acid Shampoo A plays to its strengths here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSecond limit: \u003cstrong\u003eacid-sensitive materials.\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw, unpainted aluminium on polished wheel barrels, anodised coatings and cracked chrome with micro-fissures react with the acid and go dull or blotchy. The Aa isn't meant for tyre detailing or deep wheel cleaning — for that the Koch-Chemie range has its own wheel cleaners, like the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/koch-chemie-felgenreiniger-extrem-fe-felgenreiniger-sauer\"\u003eFelgenreiniger extrem\u003c\/a\u003e with a surfactant blend tuned for the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThird limit: \u003cstrong\u003eno interior, no leather, no unprotected polypropylene.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not even heavily diluted. The acidic action stays in the pH range that attacks leather coating and PP structures even at a 1:300 dilution. For convertible tops, interior cleaning or raw plastic bumpers, the specialist products from the COLOURLOCK line are the right call.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the status that governs how it's sold: Acid Shampoo A is classified as a corrosive industrial product and isn't approved for private customers — buying it at Detailing1 requires verified proof of trade, i.e. a business licence, GISA extract or commercial register extract. Private customers after an acidic wash for hand-bucket washing in the 1 litre format are in the right place with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/koch-chemie-reactivation-shampoo-rs-auto-shampoo-keramikversiegelung\"\u003eReactivation Shampoo\u003c\/a\u003e — same chemical DNA, child-safe packaging, usable by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e22 or 225 kilograms. Throughput decides the container.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe target group for Acid Shampoo A is narrow. The choice between the 22 kg keg and the 225 kg IBC container isn't a size question but a question of car throughput per month and the storage strategy of a wash operator or large valeter. Cost both factors honestly and you land on the right pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 22 kg pack (SKU D1-KCX-311022) works out to around 1,500 standard washes at 15 ml shampoo consumption. That fits the smaller petrol-station rollover wash with 30 to 50 washes a day, the fixed valeting bay and the mobile valeter with a fixed container setup. The keg can still be moved with a forklift or pallet truck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 225 kg IBC (SKU D1-KCX-311225) is large-site economics: a direct connection to the permanently installed dosing system and around 15,000 car washes' range per container. That positions the Aa as an industrial solution that lasts just under three months in big tunnel washes doing 200 cars a day — and in this segment it's one of the cheapest components in the whole cost-per-wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're torn between the packs, cost the storage space and forklift access honestly. The 225 kg IBC needs a permanently plumbed dosing station and a suction-connection setup — if you have neither, you're better off with two or three 22 kg kegs a quarter, because there's no decanting. The other way round, the IBC is clearly the economic winner from a throughput of around 100 cars a day, because it slashes the logistics cost per wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStore both packs frost-free between 5 and 30 degrees, closed, kept apart from food and animal feed — and with the prescribed personal protective equipment when decanting: chemical-resistant nitrile gloves, EN 166 safety glasses, closed work clothing. Acidic industrial chemistry doesn't forgive disposable latex gloves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe one insider figure that data sheets rarely spell out: Aa-run washes with conventional process-water treatment extend the life of polyethylene wash brushes from around 12 to 18 months in practice. With a brush set that quickly runs into four figures, running the Aa pays for itself on the saved spare parts alone. If that's the only thing you take from this text, it's the one that matters most economically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Koch-Chemie","offers":[{"title":"22kg","offer_id":57637101109583,"sku":"D1-KCX-311022","price":104.15,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"225kg","offer_id":57637101142351,"sku":"D1-KCX-311225","price":1063.91,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-acid-shampoo-a-aa-saures-waschanlagenshampoo.png?v=1778752107"},{"product_id":"zvizzer-allround-shampoo-autoshampoo","title":"Allround Shampoo Car Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2 id=\"speakable-headline\"\u003eWash the paint without stripping wax and sealant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote id=\"speakable-summary\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is the ZviZZer Allround Shampoo? A pH-friendly car shampoo for regular hand washing that foams hard and lays down a slick film, so road film, dust and grease come off with minimal scratching while any wax, sealant or ceramic coating stays put. It's not an acidic cleaner for lime and water spots, and not a bug or tar remover.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"speakable-definition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe ZviZZer Allround Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e is a mildly alkaline car shampoo from ZviZZer for your weekly hand wash. With a pH of 9.0 it lifts road film, dust and grease and at the same time builds a strong slick film that lets the wash mitt glide over the paint instead of rubbing dirt in. It's dialled in to clean an existing layer of wax, a sealant or a ceramic coating without attacking the protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne litre is good for about 40 buckets.\u003c\/strong\u003e You dose it at 15 to 30 millilitres per 5 litres of water, so roughly one cap per bucket. That gets you around 40 washes out of the 1-litre bottle with full foam and slip, and no running out mid-job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH 9.0 looks after your protection instead of stripping it.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Allround Shampoo is deliberately only mildly alkaline and cleans wax, sealant and ceramic coating without dissolving them. Wash your coated car with dish soap and you'll lose the beading after a handful of washes; with this shampoo it stays put.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne bottle for the bucket and the foam cannon.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 15 to 30 millilitres per 5 litres it's your wash-bucket shampoo; at about 15 millilitres per 1 litre it becomes a pre-wash mix for the foam cannon. So you cover the pre-wash and the hand wash with a single product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing1's tip from the shop:\u003c\/strong\u003e The most common mistake is washing with just one bucket and too little shampoo. If you keep dunking the wash mitt into the same cloudy soup, you rub the loosened grit straight back into the paint and pull fine swirls. Grab two buckets, one with shampoo and one with clean rinse water, and don't be stingy with the dose. On a black 3 Series BMW we saw exactly that: fine wash marks in the sun with one bucket, clean paint with two.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo buckets full of slick film, and not in the sun\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou add the Allround Shampoo at 15 to 30 millilitres per 5 litres of water in the wash bucket and foam it up with a hard jet of water until you've got dense suds with a slip you can feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash from the top down, because the sills are the dirtiest and go last. Work with a microfibre wash mitt in straight lines and rinse it out in the second bucket after every pass. Then grab the matching \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/zvizzer-microfiber-cloth-edgeless-300gsm-mikrofasertuch\"\u003emicrofibre cloth\u003c\/a\u003e to dry while the paint is still wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever wash on hot paint or in full sun, or the shampoo dries on and leaves streaks. As a pre-wash foam you mix about 15 millilitres per 1 litre and let the foam dwell for a moment before you rinse the heavy dirt off with the pressure washer. You'll find all the wash and cleaning products in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/waschen-und-reinigen\"\u003eWashing and Cleaning\u003c\/a\u003e category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoad film and dust yes, lime and bugs no\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Allround Shampoo reliably lifts the daily road film of dust, exhaust soot and grease, but it's not a specialist cleaner for baked-on or mineral deposits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts core job is the regular maintenance wash of a well-kept car that goes through a hand wash every week or two and needs to hold its shine. On a coated daily driver the water still beads off after the wash exactly as before, because the shampoo doesn't strip the protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe limits are clear. When lime and water spots sit on the paint, say after drying in the sun in a hard-water region, you need the acidic \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/zvizzer-sour-shampoo-autoshampoo\"\u003eSour Shampoo\u003c\/a\u003e at pH 3.4 to 3.8, which dissolves those mineral residues. Stuck-on bug remains, tar spots and rail dust won't shift with any shampoo; they come off first with a targeted pre-treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor the regular carer, not for the deep clean\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Allround Shampoo is the right call when you wash your car by hand regularly and don't want to rebuild the existing protection every single time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's less suited as your only shampoo in two cases. If you want to fully reset a badly neglected paint with lime, tar and old wax in one go, you need acidic and strip-down specialist products. And if you only head through the car wash now and then, you don't need a hand-wash shampoo at all. For the odd freshen-up reach for the acidic Sour Shampoo, for the everyday reach for the Allround.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe one thing hardly anyone clocks is dosing as scratch protection. Most people skimp on the shampoo and then wonder about wash marks, when it's exactly that slick film from a full dose that lets the grit glide over the paint instead of grinding into it. Better a splash more in the bucket than an hour of polishing at the end.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZviZZer","offers":[{"title":"1000 ml \/ Einzeln","offer_id":57867611734351,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-AS001000","price":23.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 ml \/ 3er-Set","offer_id":57882257097039,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-AS001000_3","price":71.7,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 ml \/ 10er-Set","offer_id":57882257129807,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-AS001000_10","price":239.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/zvizzer-allround-shampoo-autoshampoo.png?v=1780776358"},{"product_id":"zvizzer-sour-shampoo-autoshampoo","title":"Sour Shampoo Car Shampoo","description":"\u003ch2 id=\"speakable-headline\"\u003eLift off water spots and limescale without touching the coating\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote id=\"speakable-summary\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is the ZviZZer Sour Shampoo? An acidic car shampoo with a pH of 3.4 to 3.8 that dissolves and neutralises mineral deposits like limescale and water spots. It freshens up the beading on ceramic-coated paint without attacking the sealant. Not meant as a weekly shampoo, and not for shifting tar, bugs or organic grime.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"speakable-definition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcidic car shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e describes a shampoo whose pH sits in the acidic range. The \u003cstrong\u003eZviZZer Sour Shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e is one such acidic car shampoo from ZviZZer, with a pH of 3.4 to 3.8. Its acidic surfactants dissolve the mineral deposits a neutral shampoo leaves behind, and neutralise alkaline residue from earlier cleaners. You can run it the classic two-bucket way or as active foam through the snow foam lance, and it's tuned for looking after ceramic-coated vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDissolves water spots and limescale instead of hiding them.\u003c\/strong\u003e The acidic pH of 3.4 to 3.8 goes straight for the mineral deposits a neutral shampoo just slides over. Dried-on water spots from hard tap water or lawn sprinklers come off in the normal wash, so you don't have to polish each one out by hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreshens up the beading on your sealant.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral films settle over a ceramic coating like a veil and slow the water run-off. An acid wash roughly every 4 to 8 washes strips that veil away and brings the beading back, instead of laying down a fresh layer. That keeps the sealant you already have visibly tight for longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne litre, two ways to use it.\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 to 30 ml in 5 litres of water is plenty for the two-bucket wash, about 15 ml in 1 litre for the snow foam lance. Depending on your dose, a 1-litre bottle gets you around 30 to 60 washes, since the shampoo isn't in play on every single wash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing1's tip from the shop:\u003c\/strong\u003e The most common mistake with an acidic shampoo is reaching for it every week like a normal one. It's a care product, not an everyday cleaner, and it only belongs in the bucket roughly every four to eight washes. Second mistake: sun and hot paint. On a black car parked out front of our Nordhorn showroom in the June sun, the foam flashed off in seconds and left streaks. Work in the shade on cool paint, keep it wet, rinse thoroughly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAs foam or two-bucket on cool paint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou lay the acidic car shampoo down as active foam at about 15 ml in 1 litre through the snow foam lance, or at 15 to 30 ml in 5 litres in the bucket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse the paint thoroughly first to clear off coarse grit, then let the shampoo dwell and work top to bottom with a soft \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/zvizzer-microfiber-cloth-edgeless-300gsm-mikrofasertuch\"\u003emicrofibre cloth\u003c\/a\u003e or wash mitt. Then rinse it all off with a strong jet or pressure washer while the surface is still wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork in the shade on cool paint and don't let the shampoo flash off. With hard tap water, dry the car with a leather or blow it off after rinsing, otherwise the same water lays down fresh spots right where you just removed them. Wear gloves and eye protection, since the formula is acidic and an irritant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMinerals yes, tar and bugs no\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sour Shampoo is built for mineral grime: it reliably dissolves limescale, water spots and alkaline cleaner residue, but for organic or greasy dirt it's the wrong tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts home turf is recurring maintenance decontamination. Where a neutral shampoo only takes the loose dirt with it, the acidic pH bites into the dried-on minerals and brings back a clear, evenly beading finish. On a ceramic-coated bonnet that had gone hazy after a summer of lawn-sprinkler overspray, the beading came back in a single wash, with no need to re-seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe limits are clear: tar, bug splatter, tree sap and brake dust stay jobs for the dedicated products — an acidic shampoo won't touch them. When it's just regular maintenance washing with no mineral issue, reach for the mild \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/zvizzer-allround-shampoo-autoshampoo\"\u003eAllround Shampoo\u003c\/a\u003e. When water spots or fading beading are the problem, reach for this acidic one. Acidic cleaners also don't belong on bare, unprotected brakes or raw aluminium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor the coating keeper, not the weekly wash\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sour Shampoo is the right call when you're looking after a ceramic coating and want to keep its beading visible for months without jumping straight to a re-seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it works both as a bucket shampoo and as snow foam, it slots into your existing wash workflow and needs no special kit beyond the snow foam lance. It's part of our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/waschen-und-reinigen\"\u003ewashing and cleaning\u003c\/a\u003e range, where it sits alongside the neutral Allround Shampoo as a targeted care step for hard-worked or sealed paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's less suited to anyone after a single shampoo for every wash, because an acidic pH is needlessly harsh for that and not needed long term. If you need both — regular washing and the occasional mineral decontamination — you're better off with the neutral-and-acidic duo than with one compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe one thing most people miss: water spots aren't surface dirt, they're dried-on mineral that mechanically only comes off by polishing — which means removing paint. That's exactly what an acidic shampoo saves you, dissolving the minerals chemically before they lock in. Wash acidic once every four to eight washes and you polish less often and spare the clear coat, which every polish thins out a little more.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZviZZer","offers":[{"title":"1000 ml \/ Einzeln","offer_id":57867611767119,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-SS001000","price":22.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 ml \/ 3er-Set","offer_id":57882257228111,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-SS001000_3","price":68.7,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 ml \/ 10er-Set","offer_id":57882257260879,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-SS001000_10","price":229.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/zvizzer-sour-shampoo-autoshampoo.png?v=1780776362"}],"url":"https:\/\/detailing1.ch\/en\/collections\/autoshampoo.oembed?page=3","provider":"Detailing1","version":"1.0","type":"link"}