{"title":"Autoshampoo mit Keramikversiegelung","description":"\u003ch2 id=\"speakable-headline\"\u003eAutoshampoo mit Keramikversiegelung\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"speakable-definition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutoshampoo mit Keramikversiegelung\u003c\/strong\u003e: Shampoos reinigen den Lack und hinterlassen keramischen Schutz. Der keramische Schutzauftrag unterscheidet diese Rezeptur von einem Shampoo, das ein vorhandenes Coating lediglich reinigt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEntscheidend sind der vorhandene Lackschutz, die konkrete Verschmutzung und die gewählte Waschmethode.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"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. The product comes in the 500 ml bottle; for operations with higher wash volume it's worth buying several, since the bottle covers about 10 hand washes and the ceramic build-up keeps improving the more often you use it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SONAX","offers":[{"title":"500ml","offer_id":49160880423247,"sku":"D1-SNX-2592000","price":12.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/Sonax-XTREME-Ceramic-Active-Shampoo-Autoshampoo-4.png?v=1721514270"},{"product_id":"carpro-hydro02-foam-wash-coat-shampoo-versiegelung","title":"CarPro \"HydrO2-Foam\" Wash \u0026 Coat car shampoo for coatings","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCarPro \"HydrO2-Foam\" Wash \u0026amp; Coat car shampoo for coatings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCarPro HydrO2-Foam Wash \u0026amp; Coat car shampoo\u003c\/strong\u003e is a game-changer that lets you wash and seal your car in one step. This pH-neutral shampoo doesn't just pull dirt off the surface — it lays down a long-lasting, hydrophobic layer of protection that holds for up to 3 months. It works on every solid surface of the car, including paint, glass, plastic, wheels, brake calipers and wheel arches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWash and seal in one step:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saves you time and effort by cleaning the car and protecting it at the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-lasting protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Builds a hydrophobic layer that holds for up to 3 months and shields the car from dirt and UV.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe and effective:\u003c\/strong\u003e The pH-neutral shampoo is gentle on every surface and leaves a glossy finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEasy to use and versatile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHydrO2-Foam was built to make washing your car as easy and efficient as it gets. Thanks to its special formula, it lifts and pulls dirt away gently, without harming the surface. With its versatile use on paint, glass, plastic, wheels and more, it's the perfect product for all-round car care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLong-lasting shine and protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce HydrO2-Foam goes on, it leaves behind a tough silicon dioxide layer that delivers a brilliant shine and shields the car from environmental damage. This layer of protection stands up to acids, alkaline solutions and solvents, and adds extra UV protection to keep your car's paint colour from fading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEasy to apply\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether by hand or with a foam cannon, HydrO2-Foam goes on easy. Dilute the shampoo at 1:9, lay it down on the car and rinse it off thoroughly. The whole job is quick and efficient, so your car is clean and protected in no time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"CarPro","offers":[{"title":"500 ml","offer_id":49162421403983,"sku":"D1-CRP-9211","price":19.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"1000 ml \/ 1 Liter","offer_id":49162421567823,"sku":"D1-CRP-8191","price":34.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"4 Liter","offer_id":49162421600591,"sku":"D1-CRP.-14433","price":119.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/carpro-hydro02-foam-wash-coat-shampoo-versiegelung.png?v=1719172956"},{"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. From the third or fourth wash a denser polymer film layers on, coat by coat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSuddenly water beads off in a normal summer rain as if the car had just been given a spray sealant. 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":28.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000ml + Dosing Cap","offer_id":54599151452495,"sku":"D1-KCX-811001+9998149","price":34.48,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2x 1000ml","offer_id":49670904611151,"sku":"D1-KCX-811001_2","price":57.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3x 1000ml","offer_id":49670904643919,"sku":"D1-KCX-811001_3","price":85.82,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 liters","offer_id":49670904676687,"sku":"D1-KCX-811005","price":125.49,"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":"innovacar-s1-wash-coat-auto-shampoo-sio2-versiegelung","title":"\"S1\" Wash\u0026Coat Car Shampoo with SiO2 Sealant","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINNOVACAR \"S1\" Wash\u0026amp;Coat — Car Shampoo with SiO₂ Sealant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003eINNOVACAR \"S1\" Wash\u0026amp;Coat\u003c\/strong\u003e you get a car shampoo that rolls washing and sealing into one step. The advanced SiO₂ tech doesn't just pull the dirt off — it leaves a water-repellent layer behind that deepens the gloss on your car and shields it long-term from grime, water spots and whatever the weather throws at it. Made for car nuts and pros who want maximum care in minimum time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning \u0026amp; sealing in one step:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saves you time and gets you a pro finish with barely any effort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSiO₂-based protective shield:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nanotech for gloss that lasts and water that runs straight off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDead easy to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spot on for beginners and pros alike – no polishing, no extra steps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes INNOVACAR \"S1\" Wash\u0026amp;Coat so special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eINNOVACAR \"S1\" Wash\u0026amp;Coat\u003c\/strong\u003e is a long way from a run-of-the-mill car shampoo. Its one-off formula built on SiO₂ (silicon dioxide) pairs the cleaning punch of a premium shampoo with the sealing behaviour of a high-end coating. Once you're done, a hydrophobic layer stays put: water beads straight off and dirt struggles to stick. Your paint comes up glossier and stays clean longer – spot on if you care about efficiency and a flawless result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shampoo really comes into its own on cars that already carry a ceramic coating, since it boosts what's there and stretches it out. But on unsealed paint it still lays down impressive protection and gloss that wins over any car care enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to use, spot-on results\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing \u003cstrong\u003eINNOVACAR \"S1\" Wash\u0026amp;Coat\u003c\/strong\u003e couldn't be simpler or quicker. Just mix the recommended amount of concentrate with water (about 20 ml to 10 litres of water), foam the car up with a sponge or a foam gun and rinse off with clean water. No polishing afterwards – the SiO₂ layer kicks in on its own as it dries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne more bonus: it works for a hand wash just as well as for a run with a foam lance or a pressure washer. So you pick whichever method suits you best. The formula goes a long way, so one bottle covers plenty of washes — which keeps it easy on the wallet over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDialled in to what you need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eS1 Wash\u0026amp;Coat\u003c\/strong\u003e from INNOVACAR is spot on for looking after your car properly with next to no time spent. It's built for paint, but glass, plastic and wheels are fair game too – a proper all-in-one. Whether you want to bring your car up to a full shine or just get it clean before the next drive out, this one delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to layer on extra protection, you can pair it with other INNOVACAR products, like the \u003cstrong\u003eH2O Coat\u003c\/strong\u003e, which adds even more gloss and protection. Have a look at our care range on Detailing1.de to round out your kit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"INNOVACAR","offers":[{"title":"1000ml","offer_id":53860242194767,"sku":"D1-INC-79286","price":21.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"2x 1000 mL","offer_id":53860242227535,"sku":"D1-INC-79286_2","price":42.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"4x 1000ml","offer_id":53860242260303,"sku":"D1-INC-79286_4","price":84.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/innovacar-s1-wash-coat-auto-shampoo-sio2-versiegelung_1000ml.png?v=1737317330"},{"product_id":"gyeon-q2m-bathe-plus-autoshampoo-keramikeffekt","title":"Q²M Bathe+ (Plus) Ceramic-Effect Car Shampoo","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 a SiO₂-enriched premium car shampoo that tops up the hydrophobics on your existing coating while you wash – every wash brings back stronger beading and deeper gloss.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA car shampoo that refreshes your coating's protection while you wash – that's the idea behind \u003cstrong\u003eGYEON Q²M Bathe+\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Plus version of the well-known Q²M Bathe carries SiO₂ ceramic particles that work into the coating's surface as you wash and wake the lotus effect back up. The result: after every wash with Bathe+, water beads like it does on a freshly sealed car – no extra step needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSiO₂ ceramic particles top up the hydrophobics on every wash.\u003c\/strong\u003e Q²M Bathe+ carries active SiO₂ particles that boost water repellency the moment they hit a ceramic coating or a polymer sealant. After each wash the paint beads harder – a visibly stronger lotus effect with no extra work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStretches the life and performance of your existing coating.\u003c\/strong\u003e Every wash with a plain shampoo chips away at a coating a little. Q²M Bathe+ flips that around: it feeds the coating on every wash instead of wearing it down. Coatings measurably last longer when you run Bathe+ as your maintenance shampoo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeepens the gloss – you see it after every wash.\u003c\/strong\u003e The SiO₂ particles in Q²M Bathe+ don't just drive the beading, they also lift the optical gloss of the paint. The finish looks deeper and wetter after the wash than it would 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\u003eDay-to-day from Detailing1:\u003c\/strong\u003e Q²M Bathe+ does its best work on cars that already carry a ceramic coating or a polymer sealant. On completely bare paint the SiO₂ effect is a lot weaker. For the cleanest result, knock back bugs and stubborn grime first with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-bug-and-grime-insektenentferner\"\u003eQ²M Bug\u0026amp;Grime\u003c\/a\u003e, then wash with Bathe+ – and watch the beading kick in the moment you rinse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSiO₂ washing: how Q²M Bathe+ rethinks coating care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding SiO₂ ceramic particles into a car shampoo is a fairly young move in detailing – and GYEON Q²M Bathe+ shows why it caught on. As you wash, the SiO₂ particles come into direct contact with the paint and whatever protection is already on it. The washing action spreads them evenly and boosts the hydrophobic behaviour of the coating. Once you rinse, the surface beads noticeably harder than it did before the wash. The effect builds up over several washes and keeps a coating fresh far longer than a plain shampoo would.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQ²M Bathe+ – which cars and which situations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ²M Bathe+ works best on cars running a 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 a polymer sealant. On a freshly sealed car, Bathe+ stretches the coating's life considerably. For cars with no coating at all, we'd point you to the regular \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-bathe-autoshampoo\"\u003eQ²M Bathe\u003c\/a\u003e instead, which is plenty for bare surfaces. Cars wearing PPF, on the other hand, should go with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-ppf-wash-autoshampoo-lackschutzfolie\"\u003eQ²M PPF Wash\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe ideal wash routine with Q²M Bathe+\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the best result with Q²M Bathe+ we'd run it in this order: pressure-rinse to knock off the loose grit, then a pre-foam with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-foam-schaumreiniger\"\u003eQ²M Foam\u003c\/a\u003e for a touchless first pass, then the contact wash with Q²M Bathe+ using the two-bucket method, a thorough rinse and a dry. If you want to top the protection up even further after the wash, lay \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-wetcoat-nassversiegelung\"\u003eQ²M WetCoat\u003c\/a\u003e onto the wet car – the Bathe+ and WetCoat combo is hard to beat for a quick protection refresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQ²M Bathe vs. Bathe+ – when is the upgrade worth it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth shampoos are excellent – the pick comes down to the car and what you want out of the wash. Q²M Bathe is the efficient everyday shampoo for a proper clean, no extras. Q²M Bathe+ is the one we'd recommend for cars with a ceramic coating or sealant – the upgrade pays off for anyone who wants to squeeze the most life out of their coating and keep the lotus effect topped up after every wash. Price-wise Bathe+ sits a touch higher, but its double duty (cleaning + coating care) makes it the more efficient buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur pick: the best shampoo for coated cars\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGYEON Q²M Bathe+ is our first call for any car with a ceramic coating. It takes a lot of the fuss out of coating care: no separate maintenance step after the wash – the lotus effect gets topped up on its own. To round it out: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-bug-and-grime-insektenentferner\"\u003eQ²M Bug\u0026amp;Grime\u003c\/a\u003e for the pre-wash, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-cure-redefined-keramik-spruehversiegelung\"\u003eQ²M Cure\u003c\/a\u003e for the monthly coating refresh, and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-wetcoat-nassversiegelung\"\u003eQ²M WetCoat\u003c\/a\u003e for a wet-seal after a heavy clean.\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":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/gyeon-q2m-bathe-plus-autoshampoo-keramikeffekt.png?v=1771103173"},{"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":21.99,"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"}],"url":"https:\/\/detailing1.fr\/en\/collections\/autoshampoo-versiegelung-keramik.oembed","provider":"Detailing1","version":"1.0","type":"link"}