Soft99 Super Cleaning Shampoo + Wax - Silver & Dark

Most shampoos simply clean. This one also deposits a light wax component with each wash, which builds gloss and a degree of water beading over time. It is also formulated with silver and dark paint in mind, so the optical result on those finishes is noticeably richer than a generic wash.

Technically yes, but the formula is optimised for the depth and tonal character of silver and dark finishes. Soft99 produces a separate shampoo variant tuned for white and light colours. Using this on a white car will not cause damage, but you will get the best visual result by matching the product to your paint colour.

No. The shampoo is pH-balanced, so it cleans without aggressively stripping wax, sealant, or ceramic topper layers underneath. Regular use will not degrade a properly cured coating. The additional wax component may actually complement and top up light consumer-grade protection.

Soft99 recommends starting with a roughly 1:10 ratio (product to water) in a foam gun and adjusting to your local water hardness and cannon setup. For a traditional bucket wash, a small squirt into 10 litres of water is sufficient to produce a dense, lubricating lather.

A quality microfibre or lambswool wash mitt works best. The shampoo produces enough lubrication to make a plush mitt glide safely across the paint. Avoid abrasive sponges, which compress grit against the surface regardless of how good the shampoo is.

Each individual wash lays down a very thin wax deposit - think of it as cumulative protection rather than a standalone wax treatment. After several regular washes you will notice improved beading and a slicker feel. It is not a replacement for a dedicated wax or sealant application, but it maintains and supplements that base layer between full detail sessions.

It can be used on wheels for a quick rinse, but it is not formulated as a dedicated wheel cleaner and will not cut through heavy brake dust or iron fallout. For those, a proper decon product is the right tool. On glass it will clean effectively, though a dedicated glass cleaner gives a streak-free finish more reliably.

After a thorough rinse and a quality drying towel, dark and silver panels come up with noticeably enhanced depth and a slick, smooth feel. Water beading improves progressively with repeated use as the wax layer accumulates. There is no white residue or streaking on dark paint when the shampoo is rinsed properly.