We Say
A ceramic coating deserves a shampoo that cleans properly without leaving anything behind. CARPRO Reset cuts through everyday grime and lets your coating do the talking.
CARPRO Reset has been one of our favourite shampoos for maintaining ceramic-coated cars for years. There's nothing complicated about what it does, it simply cleans extremely well. Its specially developed surfactants give it the cleaning ability to tackle accumulated dirt and road film while remaining pH-neutral in solution. That's particularly useful on coated paintwork, where contamination can gradually mask the water beading and self-cleaning properties you've paid good money for.
What we like most is how cleanly Reset rinses away. There are no added waxes, polymers or gloss enhancers designed to leave something behind on the paint. Instead, you're left with a genuinely clean surface and the natural finish of your existing protection. The shampoo also produces plenty of rich foam and offers excellent lubrication, giving your wash mitt a reassuringly smooth glide across the bodywork.
It's economical too, with just 40ml needed for a 20-litre wash bucket. Reset is particularly good for maintaining CARPRO CQUARTZ coatings, but it's equally worth considering for other compatible ceramic coatings. We wouldn't necessarily choose it for a car protected with a traditional wax, as its stronger cleaning action may affect some waxes and polymer sealants. For coated vehicles, though, it's an excellent everyday shampoo. Pair it with CARPRO Lift when you want a stronger pre-wash, or CARPRO Descale when mineral deposits need more attention.
Key Features
Cleaning Strength
9/10
(PolishedBliss comparison rating)
Recommended Dosage
40ML
(Per 20L wash bucket)
Sudsiness
9/10
(PolishedBliss comparison rating)
Description
CARPRO Reset Intensive Car Shampoo is a highly concentrated, pH-neutral car shampoo developed specifically for maintaining ceramic coatings and advanced paint protection systems. Its intelligent surfactant technology provides strong cleaning performance against everyday dirt and traffic film, helping maintain the water-repellent properties of compatible coatings.
Unlike shampoos containing added waxes or gloss enhancers, Reset rinses cleanly without leaving a protective film behind. Rich foam, excellent lubrication and an economical 1:500 dilution make it a particularly good choice for regular contact washing of ceramic-coated vehicles.
Why you'll love it:
✓ Developed specifically for ceramic-coated vehicles
✓ pH-neutral in the recommended wash solution
✓ Effective cleaning against dirt and traffic film
✓ Helps maintain coating water repellency by removing grime
✓ Rich, dense foam production
✓ Excellent wash-mitt lubrication
✓ No added waxes or gloss enhancers
✓ Rinses cleanly without leaving shampoo residue
✓ Highly concentrated and economical
✓ Recommended dilution of 1:500
✓ Just 40ml required for 20L of water
✓ Ideal for maintaining CARPRO CQUARTZ coatings
✓ Suitable for regular maintenance of compatible ceramic coatings
Reset is designed to clean the existing coating rather than add another layer of protection. This helps preserve the coating's original appearance and water behaviour without masking it with temporary gloss additives.
For heavily contaminated vehicles, use CARPRO Lift Snow Foam as a pre-wash before contact washing. Where mineral contamination or stubborn water deposits are affecting coating performance, CARPRO Descale offers a more specialised cleaning option.
Although Reset is pH-neutral in solution, its intensive cleaning formulation may affect some traditional waxes and polymer sealants. It is primarily recommended for ceramic-coated vehicles.
Specification
| Adds Protection | No |
|---|---|
| Application Method | Contact washing with a wash mitt |
| Chemical Basis | pH-neutral surfactant shampoo in solution |
| Cleaning Strength |
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| Dilutable | Yes |
| Enhances Gloss | No added gloss enhancers |
| Foam Production | Rich, dense foam |
| Lubricity |
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| Primary Application | Ceramic coating maintenance washing |
| Recommended Dilution | 1:500 (product to water) |
| Recommended Dosage | 40ml per 20L of water |
| Rinse Required | Yes |
| Sudsiness |
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| Suitable Protection | Compatible ceramic coatings and nanotechnology sealants |
| pH | pH-neutral in the recommended wash solution |
How To Use
1) Pre-wash the vehicle:
Remove loose dirt and road grime using a suitable pre-wash and thorough rinse before beginning the contact wash. Always work on cool surfaces away from direct sunlight.
2) Prepare the shampoo:
Add 40ml of CARPRO Reset to 20 litres of clean water, following the manufacturer's recommended 1:500 dilution. Agitate the solution to produce a rich lather.
3) Wash from the top down:
Using a clean, soft wash mitt, gently wash the vehicle one section at a time. Start with the upper panels and work towards the dirtier lower sections.
4) Rinse the mitt frequently:
Use a separate bucket of clean water to rinse dirt from your wash mitt before reloading it with shampoo solution. Avoid applying unnecessary pressure.
5) Rinse thoroughly:
Remove all shampoo residue with plenty of clean water. Never allow the shampoo solution to dry on the vehicle.
6) Dry the vehicle:
Use a clean, soft drying towel or suitable air dryer to remove remaining water and minimise water spotting.
Important Notes:
✓ Recommended dilution is 40ml per 20L of water
✓ Designed primarily for ceramic-coated vehicles
✓ Pre-wash to remove loose contamination before contact washing
✓ Use a clean, soft wash mitt
✓ Wash from cleaner upper panels towards lower sections
✓ Rinse the mitt frequently during washing
✓ Avoid direct sunlight and hot surfaces
✓ Never allow shampoo to dry on the vehicle
✓ Rinse thoroughly with clean water
✓ May affect some traditional waxes and polymer sealants
✓ Follow the current product label and safety instructions
Safety Data
CARPRO Reset is a concentrated vehicle shampoo. Although it is pH-neutral at the recommended dilution, the concentrate should be handled carefully and used according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Important safety information:
✓ Avoid contact with eyes and prolonged skin contact
✓ Wear protective gloves if you have sensitive skin
✓ Do not swallow the product
✓ Do not mix with other cleaning chemicals
✓ Keep securely stored out of reach of children
✓ Rinse treated surfaces thoroughly
✓ Follow the current product label and Safety Data Sheet
Safety Data Sheet:
For full product-specific hazard classifications, first-aid measures, handling and storage requirements, refer to the current CARPRO Reset Safety Data Sheet supplied by the manufacturer.