Do You Still Need to Wax a Ceramic Coated Car?
If your car has a ceramic coating, you might be wondering: should you still wax it? It’s a common question—and the answer is pretty simple. Let’s break down whether waxing makes sense on top of a ceramic coating, and what you should be using instead to keep your protection and shine going strong.
First, What Does Ceramic Coating Do?
Ceramic coatings create a hard, slick layer that bonds to your paint. Products like The Gloss Boss and Tough As Shell offer protection from UV rays, chemical contaminants, water spots, and minor scratches—all while delivering intense gloss and water beading.
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Does Wax Add Anything to a Ceramic Coating?
Not really. Wax sits on top of the surface and doesn't bond like a ceramic coating does. In fact, applying wax on top of a ceramic can reduce the coating’s performance by dulling water beading or reducing slickness.
❌ Why Waxing a Ceramic Coated Car Isn’t Necessary:
- It doesn’t bond well to the coating
- It can mute the hydrophobic behavior
- It adds unnecessary product layers that can streak or haze
What Should You Do Instead?
✅ Use a Ceramic Maintenance Spray
Skip the wax and maintain your coating with a product designed for it—like Tough As Shell. It’s a sprayable ceramic coating that works as a standalone or topper. Use it every 2–4 weeks after a wash to keep your coating performing like day one.
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✅ Wash With a Ceramic-Safe Soap
Always wash using a pH-neutral soap like The Super Soaper. It won’t strip the coating, and it leaves behind a clean, smooth surface for your topper spray to bond to properly.
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Bonus: Want Maximum Durability?
Use The Gloss Boss as your base layer ceramic. It’s a wipe-on ceramic coating that offers long-term protection and unmatched depth. Then maintain it with Tough As Shell and The Super Soaper for a full maintenance system.
Conclusion
You don’t need to wax a ceramic coated car—in fact, it can do more harm than good. Instead, maintain your protection and gloss with a ceramic spray like Tough As Shell, and use the right soap to avoid stripping your coating. With the proper routine, your car will stay slick, protected, and showroom-ready—no wax required.
