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Carbon Collective Refresh Acidic Shampoo
$36.00
Carbon Collective · Refresh Acidic Shampoo · Coating Maintenance · UK
Your Coating Didn't Fail.
It Just Needs Refresh.
Acidic Formula. Deep Decontamination. Coating Restoration. Unclog, restore, and maintain ceramic-protected finishes in one wash.
Refresh Shampoo is formulated to deep clean and unclog protected surfaces, effectively removing bonded organic contaminants and unclogging coatings — targeting contamination, traffic film, and mineral deposits that reduce gloss and hydrophobic performance.
Often ceramic coatings may appear to have failed, but in most cases they are simply clogged with traffic film, tree sap, or mineral deposits. Refresh is designed to safely unclog protected surfaces and restore the ultra-hydrophobic properties of your ceramic coating.
Our concentrated formula combines advanced acids, detergents, emulsifiers, and lubricants to dissolve stubborn grime and traffic film, ensuring your coating delivers maximum performance. For best results, use Refresh Acidic Shampoo once a month to remove buildup and keep your ceramic coating performing at its best.
Refresh is also a strong, deep cleaning shampoo to strip away old waxes and sealants, preparing the surface for machine polishing or a fresh layer of protection.
pH Neat
2.7
Concentrated · undiluted
Bucket (50ml/12L)
6.2 pH
Standard dilution
Frequency
As Needed
Recommended maintenance
"Often ceramic coatings may appear to have failed — but in most cases, they are simply clogged. Refresh is designed to safely restore what was always there."
— Carbon CollectiveWhat Refresh Handles
Unclogs Ceramic Coatings & Sealants Dissolves the traffic film, sap, and mineral buildup that suppresses a coating's hydrophobic behavior — restoring performance without stripping the coating itself.
Removes Watermarks & Limescale Acid formula targets mineral deposits and hard water staining that standard pH-neutral shampoos leave behind.
Removes Build-Up of Organic Matter Tree sap, pollen, insect deposits, and other organic bonded contamination lifted safely from protected and unprotected finishes.
Removes Road Salt Build-Up Dissolves salt residue from panel gaps, sills, and painted surfaces — especially important after winter driving or road treatment exposure.
Softens Water in Hard Water Areas The acid formula actively counters hard water minerals during the wash process — reducing new spotting and improving rinse performance where water quality is poor.
Deep Clean Prior to Ceramic Coating Application Strips away old waxes, sealants, and contamination — leaving the cleanest possible surface before a new layer of protection goes down.
Removes Traffic Film & Road Grime Advanced emulsifiers break down bonded road film and grime that regular shampoos push around rather than lift. One wash, genuinely clean.
Dilution Ratios & pH Reference
| Method | Dilution | Resulting pH |
|---|---|---|
| Neat (undiluted) | — | 2.7 |
| Bucket — standard | 50ml / 12L water | 6.2 |
| Bucket — heavy | 100ml / 12L water | 6.0 |
| Snow Foam Lance — standard | 50ml / 950ml water | 6.5 |
| Snow Foam Lance — heavy | 100ml / 900ml water | 6.2 |
How to Use
Use Refresh when needed to keep a ceramic coatings performing at their best. One wash per month is enough to prevent the buildup that causes coatings to look dull and lose their beading behavior.
Refresh can be used in a snow foam lance or as a shampoo for maximum decontamination. Select method based on environment to avoid issues with sun exposure / heat.
Directions — Begin by applying Snow Foam and rinsing thoroughly before hand washing.
1
Measure 50ml of Refresh Shampoo for the bucket wash and add 12L of warm water.
2
Using a wash mitt / pad, wash the vehicle from top to bottom in straight lines for optimal results. I prefer to work section by section and then rinsing ton control exposure time for all panels.
3
Once section is clean, pressure rinse thoroughly until the water runs clear.
Do not use in direct sunlight or on hot surfaces. The acid formula can dry rapidly in high temperatures. Work in shade on a cool surface for best results and to avoid any risk of surface marking.
At a Glance
Unclogs ceramic coatings & sealants
pH 2.7 neat · 6.0–6.5 diluted
Maintain with Refresh Shampoo as needed
Bucket · snow foam · mitt application
Strips wax & sealants pre-coating
Do not use in direct sunlight
Do not use on hot surfaces
This product contains acid (pH 2.7 neat). Do not use in direct sunlight or on hot surfaces. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Handle with nitrile gloves. Keep out of reach of children. Do not ingest. Always dilute to the recommended ratio for vehicle washing — do not apply neat to painted surfaces.
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