What is the difference between car wash wax and car wash liquid?

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DeMargaret
07/25/25 1:56am
The difference between car wash wax and car wash liquid lies in their impact on the car paint: car wash wax does not damage the body paint, while car wash liquid can cause some damage to the paint. This is because car wash wax is neutral in pH. Long-term use of car wash wax can enhance the glossiness of the car's paint, which is beneficial for paint protection. It is important to protect the car's body paint well, as over time, the paint will age. If the paint ages, it will lose its gloss, affecting the car's appearance. The car's body paint consists of four layers, from the inside out: the electrocoat layer, the primer layer, the base coat layer, and the clear coat layer.
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