How Long After Waxing Can You Wash the Car?

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You can wash the car 2-3 days after waxing. Concept of Car Wax: Car wax is a traditional protective coating for car paint. It mainly consists of natural or synthetic wax, which penetrates into the paint's micro-cracks to create a smooth surface, enhancing gloss. Traditional car waxing primarily focuses on gloss enhancement and protection. Functions of Car Wax: Since cars are frequently exposed to the elements, they inevitably endure wind and rain. Car wax can reduce water droplet adhesion on the paint surface by 60-90%. It also helps flatten residual water droplets, minimizing the formation of dark spots, erosion, and damage caused by sunlight focusing through the droplets.