Ceramic SiO2 Shampoo HydroSuds Chemical Guys 473 ml
HydroSuds is Chemical Guys’ ultra-foaming SiO2 ceramic shampoo, designed to wash the bodywork while enhancing the shine of the clear coat. This 473 ml bottle can be used both in a bucket and with a foam cannon.
SiO2 Ceramic Shampoo HydroSuds Chemical Guys: wash and shine in one step
Chemical Guys HydroSuds Ceramic Shampoo is a car wash shampoo enriched with SiO2 that cleans the bodywork and boosts shine in a single pass. It is suitable for vehicles already protected by a ceramic coating as well as bare paint, and can be used in a bucket or with a foam cannon.
A wash enriched with SiO2
The formula combines highly foaming surfactants with ceramic agents. The product lifts road grime while the SiO2 lays down a layer of shine on the clear coat. Chemical Guys presents HydroSuds as a ceramic-infused shampoo offering enhanced protection and gloss, suitable for coated and uncoated vehicles.
Dense foam to limit friction
- Hyper-foaming formula designed for foam cannons and foam guns
- Lubricating foam that helps the mitt glide over the paint
- Clean rinsing that limits marks on dark shades
- Can be used in a classic bucket or as a touchless pre-wash
Compatible surfaces
The manufacturer indicates a pH-balanced formula for all exterior surfaces of a vehicle.
- Paint and clear coat
- Glass and windshield
- Plastics and rubber
- Stainless steel, metal, and aluminum
Capacity and yield
This 473 ml format corresponds to the 16 oz bottle in the Chemical Guys catalog. With a dosage of 30 to 90 ml per bucket, it covers a long series of washes for a personal vehicle. The manufacturer also offers 32 oz and 64 oz formats for high-mileage drivers.
For what use
HydroSuds is aimed at motorists who want to maintain an existing ceramic protection between two applications, and those looking for a shampoo capable of adding shine without adding a waxing step.
Instructions for use of the HydroSuds Chemical Guys ceramic shampoo
HydroSuds is always used diluted, never pure. The dosages below reflect Chemical Guys’ recommendations for a bucket wash and for a foam cannon wash.
Bucket wash
- Pre-rinse the vehicle with clean water to remove loose dirt.
- Shake the bottle before measuring.
- Pour 30 to 90 ml of HydroSuds into a 19-liter bucket, then fill with a hose to build up foam.
- Wash panel by panel with a wash mitt, from top to bottom.
- Rinse thoroughly with clean water.
- Dry with a microfiber to avoid limescale marks.
Foam cannon wash
- Pour 30 to 90 ml of product into the 946 ml tank of the foam cannon or foam gun.
- Top up with water, then shake gently to mix evenly.
- Cover the bodywork with foam and let it sit for a few moments, without letting it dry.
- Go over it again with a mitt if the vehicle is very dirty, then rinse and dry.
Good to know
Work in the shade, on cool bodywork, and never let the product dry on the clear coat. Chemical Guys notes that this shampoo contains 1,4-dioxane, a substance classified as carcinogenic by the State of California: avoid ingestion and prolonged contact with the skin, and keep the bottle out of reach of children.