Top 5 Must-Have Products for DIY Car Detailers

Want pro results without a pro setup? You don’t need a full detailing rig—you just need the right products. These are the 5 must-haves that every DIY detailer should keep in their garage.

Each of these comes from real-world testing—not theory—and is trusted by detailers across the country.

1. The Super Soaper – For Pre-Soak & Contact Wash

This all-purpose car soap is thick, foamy, and pH balanced—perfect for foam cannons, buckets, and pump sprayers. It removes grime safely without stripping wax or ceramic coatings.

• ✔ Thick foam that clings to paint
• ✔ Works in any wash method
• ✔ Smells amazing

2. Pure Magic Cleaner – For Wheels & Tires

Brake dust is brutal. Pure Magic melts it in seconds—safely. Use it straight or diluted, and spray or foam it on for serious cleaning power. It’s safe on factory wheels and uncoated rubber.

3. Picture Perfect Polish – One-Step Correction

Whether you're using a DA or rotary, this pad-dependent polish gives you cut and finish in one step. No dust. No BS. Great for beginners and pros alike.

4. Tough As Shell – Spray-On Ceramic Protection

Easy protection that actually lasts. Just spray, wipe, and go. Adds slickness, hydrophobicity, and durability without needing a full coating job. Great on paint, trim, and even glass.

5. Complete Cabin Cleaner – Interior Cleaning Done Right

Safe on everything inside your car: plastic, leather, rubber, vinyl, screens, and more. No streaks, no shine—just a clean, matte OEM look. Pair it with the Scrub Buddy for even better results.

Pro Tips to Get the Most from These Products

• Use the Orange Wash Microfiber with The Super Soaper for safe contact washing
• Follow up polishing with Softer Than Soft towels for coating or wax application
• Use a Massive Drying Towel to dry your car fast without streaks or marring