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AutoBrite Direct Ceramic Infused Shampoo 500ml

Ceramic infused car shampoo with added protection

AutoBrite Direct Ceramic Infused Shampoo 500ml

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AutoBrite Direct Ceramic Infused Shampoo 500ml AutoBrite Direct Ceramic Infused Shampoo 500ml £18.00
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Ceramic infused shampoo has been created using a combination of effective cleaning agents combined with ceramic polymers that bond with the surface of the vehicle to give a dramatic slickness and hydrophobic effect after just one use, whilst also improving colour brightness and depth of gloss.

  • Ceramic polymers bond as you wash
  • Slickness and hydrophobic effect after one use
  • Improves colour brightness and depth of gloss
  • Adds protection to unprotected paint
  • Boosts existing wax, sealant or ceramic coating
  • Use neat on the mitt or diluted
  • Tangy jelly bean fragrance
  • Part of the Ceramic Shield range
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Ceramic infused shampoo has been created using a combination of effective cleaning agents combined with ceramic polymers that bond with the surface of the vehicle to give a dramatic slickness and hydrophobic effect after just one use, whilst also improving colour brightness and depth of gloss.

Ceramic Infused Shampoo will work to add a layer of protection to previously unprotected paint or when used as a maintenance product will boost the protective properties of a previously applied wax, sealant or ceramic coating.

Can be used by a direct to mitt application for adding protection as a standalone product, or diluted 400-1 in your wash bucket for maintaining existing protection.

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Key features

  • Ceramic Infused
  • Hydrophobic Effect
  • Jelly Bean Scent
  • 500ml Bottle
  • Mitt Or Bucket

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Expert Notes

Ceramic Infused Shampoo is part of Autobrite Direct's Ceramic Shield range and combines cleaning agents with ceramic polymers that bond to the paint during the wash. Used neat on a damp mitt, it adds a layer of protection to paint with little or none. Diluted at 40 to 60ml per bucket, it maintains and boosts an existing wax, sealant or ceramic coating. Expect slickness and a hydrophobic effect after one use, with improved colour brightness and depth of gloss. It suits owners who want protection topped up at every wash without a separate step. Pair it with a snow foam pre-wash, two buckets, a soft mitt and a microfibre drying towel, and wear eye protection when handling the 500ml concentrate.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Painted body panels
  • Unprotected paintwork
  • Waxed paintwork
  • Sealant protected paint
  • Ceramic coated paint
  • Cars and vans

Caution: The concentrate can cause serious eye damage, so wear eye protection when pouring and keep the bottle out of reach of children.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Ceramic Infused Car Shampoo
Brand
Autobrite Direct
Range
Ceramic Shield
Use
Washing And Adding Protection In One Step
Size
500ml
Formula
Cleaning Agents With Ceramic Polymers
pH
5.5 (Concentrate, Per SDS)
Scent
Tangy Jelly Bean
Dilution
Neat On A Damp Mitt, Or 40 To 60ml Per Wash Bucket
Application Method
Direct To Mitt Or Bucket Wash
Compatibility
Over Wax, Sealant Or Ceramic Coating
Safety
Causes Serious Eye Damage, Wear Eye Protection

How To Use

Application

  1. Pre-wash the vehicle and work on cool panels out of direct sunlight.
  2. For maintenance washes, add 40 to 60ml to your wash bucket, then fill it with water.
  3. Give the bucket a few seconds of pressure washer agitation to build the foam.
  4. For cars with little or no protection, apply a small amount straight onto a damp wash mitt instead.
  5. Wash from the top down using a safe wash method, reapplying shampoo to the mitt as required.

Aftercare

  1. Rinse the vehicle thoroughly once the wash is complete.
  2. Dry with a clean microfibre drying towel before water can spot on the paint.
  3. Use it at each maintenance wash to keep topping up the protection.
  4. Rinse mitts and buckets after use, and store the bottle tightly closed in a cool, dry place.

Top Tip: Use it neat on the mitt for bare paint, and diluted in the bucket when protection is already in place.

Performance Benefits

  • Boosts existing wax and sealant layers
  • Improves colour brightness and depth
  • Adds gloss as you wash
  • Protects previously unprotected paint
  • Cleans and protects in one step
  • Tops up protection at every wash

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I use it on a car with no protection?

Apply a small amount directly to a damp wash mitt and wash as normal, reapplying as needed. Autobrite Direct recommends this direct to mitt method for cars with little or no protection.

How much do I add to a wash bucket?

Autobrite Direct's current guidance is 40 to 60ml per wash bucket for maintenance washes. Add the shampoo first, then fill the bucket with water.

Can I use it over a ceramic coating or wax?

Yes, it is designed to boost a previously applied wax, sealant or ceramic coating when used as a maintenance shampoo.

What does the ceramic content do?

Its ceramic polymers bond with the paint during the wash. The result is slickness and a hydrophobic effect after one use, with improved colour brightness and depth of gloss.

What does it smell like?

Autobrite Direct lists a tangy jelly bean fragrance for Ceramic Infused Shampoo.

Does it need careful handling?

Yes, its safety data sheet classifies the concentrate as causing serious eye damage. Wear eye protection when pouring and keep it out of reach of children.

What pairs well with it?

Use it after a snow foam or pre-wash, with two buckets, a soft wash mitt and a microfibre drying towel. A ceramic detailing spray or sealant can extend protection between washes.

Where can I buy it?

You can order it online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ, or visit our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Use it neat on the mitt for paint with no protection.
  2. Add 40 to 60ml per bucket for maintenance washes.
  3. Agitate the bucket with a pressure washer to build foam.
  4. Wash in the shade on cool panels.
  5. Wear eye protection when pouring the concentrate.
  6. Rinse thoroughly and dry straight away with a microfibre towel.
  7. Use it regularly to keep topping up existing protection.
  8. Order with UK-wide delivery or visit our Ilkeston, Derbyshire walk-in store.

The Brand

Autobrite Direct

Autobrite Direct is a UK car detailing brand founded in 2005 that describes itself as built by detailers, for detailers. Magifoam snow foam, Crystal glass cleaner and Tyregloss date from its early years. In 2026 the brand was relaunched by Technical Brands UK & Ireland Limited, of County Antrim, which had been the official Autobrite Direct reseller in Ireland; the earlier company, Autobrite Direct Limited, no longer trades. The new operator says it has brought back key legacy formulas and that the products are manufactured in the UK.

At The Drivers HQ we stock Autobrite Direct online with UK delivery and in our Ilkeston shop. Popular choices include Magifoam, Purple Velvet shampoo and Project 64.

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Autobrite Direct Project 64 Spray Gloss Enhancer, Ultraslick Paint Sealant, Crystal Glass Cleaner and Carbanuba Car Wax bottles on a black display plinth

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Pre-wash and snow foam. Citrus Wash is a citrus oil pre-wash and all purpose cleaner for paint, plastic, vinyl and rubber, diluted 100:1 for light cleaning, 50:1 for a general pre-wash, 30:1 for heavy grime and 10:1 for degreasing. Stronger mixes can reduce wax or sealant, so Autobrite suggests 50:1 or weaker for maintenance washes. Magifoam is a stable, wax and sealant safe snow foam: 100 to 200ml in the lance, topped up with water, left to dwell but never to dry. Custard Magifoam is the vanilla custard scented version, and the thick mousse style Jelly Bean and Parma Violet Super Foams suit lighter summer dirt.

Shampoos. Purple Velvet is a pH neutral shampoo with a Juicy Fruit scent that dilutes up to 1500:1, a 10ml capful in 15 litres. Banana Gloss is pH neutral and kind to existing wax, and Ceramic Infused Shampoo adds a slick, hydrophobic layer, used at 400:1 in the bucket or straight onto the mitt. Wash with the Synthetic Wool Wash Mitt and a 20 litre Detailing Bucket in black or clear, each with a Gamma Seal lid and Dirt Guard; the Bucket Organiser fits most 20 litre buckets and holds bottles, mitts and brushes.

Wheels, tyres and decontamination. BriteGel is a lemon and lime scented, non-acidic wheel gel that clings to the wheel and tyre, and Very Cherry Non Acidic is a high foaming, acid free wheel cleaner for painted and clear coated wheels. Purple Rain is a ready to use gel fallout remover for wheels and bodywork that turns purple as it dissolves iron: do not dilute it, and keep it off damaged or unlacquered paint and alloys. Just The Tonic is a solvent tar and glue remover that also lifts sticker glue and, inside, ink, oil and chewing gum from carpets. Tyregloss is a cherry scented tyre dressing: a little for satin, more for high gloss.

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Paint correction. The Correct It compounds are made for modern ceramic and scratch resistant clear coats as well as hard German paint: Restore is the heavy cut, rated to remove 1500 grit sanding marks, Enrich is a medium one step cut and finish, and Final Finish is the anti-hologram finishing polish. The 135mm pads are colour coded: orange for cutting and green for polishing, both German open cell foam, with the Hybrid Wool Ultracut and Correct It PRO microfibre pads for faster correction.

Protection and gloss. Prep-It removes polishing oils and residue before a coating, sealant or wax. Ultraslick is a polymer sealant for paint, glass, chrome and unpainted plastics in a 250ml atomiser bottle, and Carbanuba is a banana scented cream wax of carnauba, montan and microcrystalline waxes. Magiseal is a water based, SiO2 infused coating: 100ml with 400ml of water in a foam lance, or 25ml with 475ml in a trigger, rinsed straight off, for two to three months of protection. Project 64 is a pH neutral spray, wipe and buff gloss enhancer, Quickshine works as a quick detailer, waterless wash or clay lubricant, and Top Gloss is a wax drying aid. Apply them with the foam applicators, six to a pack, and polish bright metal with Metalworx.

Glass. Crystal has been in the range since 2005: a fast flash-off glass cleaner, safe on glass, mirrors and window tints. Clear View polishes away bug splatter, fallout and watermarks with no silicones or waxes, ready for Repel, a rain repellent that Autobrite says beads water off from around 30mph. Buff with The Enforcer, a 55 x 63cm, 300gsm glass towel.

Interior and kit. Fab is a high foaming upholstery cleaner and pre-spotter, Magic Carpet a low foaming fabric cleaner with odour neutralisers, and the Alcantara Cleaner is solvent free and water based for Alcantara and suede. Jaffa Clean degreases and protects engine bays and door shuts, and the Soft White Drill Brush (5in) scrubs carpets and mats. Carry it all in the Detailing Holdall or Detailing Kit Bag, or start with the boxed Essential Detailing Kit.

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