How Cheap Soaps Are Slowly Damaging Your Vehicle’s Finish

How Cheap Soaps Are Slowly Damaging Your Vehicle’s Finish

Think dish soap is a budget-friendly way to clean your vehicle? Think again. While it may clean grease from pans, using household soaps on your vehicle can quietly erode its surface protection and aesthetics over time.

The Hidden Harm in Common Cleaners:

  • Alkaline pH: Dish soaps usually have a high pH, designed to cut through oil and fat. They also cut through wax and ceramic coatings.

  • Strong Surfactants: These break down grime and your paint protection along with it.

  • No Paint-Safe Ingredients: Unlike automotive shampoos, household cleaners aren’t tested for safe use on vehicle paint.

Long-Term Impact:

  • Wax and Sealant Breakdown

  • Loss of Hydrophobic Effect (no water beading)

  • Increased Oxidation and Fading

Why EVO Shampoo Wins:

  • Safe for All Finishes: Tested on matte, gloss, and ceramic-coated surfaces.

  • High-Foam Formula: Lifts dirt away instead of rubbing it in.

  • Gloss Boosting Agents: Maintain showroom-like shine.

Final Thoughts: Cutting corners might save pennies now, but it costs a fortune later. Make the smart switch today.

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