ph-neutral maintenance shampoo

DoDo Juice Born To Be Mild - Shampoo

DODO JUICE

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Size: 500ml

Dodo Juice Born To Be Mild Shampoo is a pH-neutral maintenance shampoo from Dodo Juice, built for detailers and enthusiasts who want reliable results without overcomplicating the process.

  • Cleans without stripping protection
  • Improves wash lubrication
  • Helps reduce wash marring
  • Softens hard wash water
  • Economical dilution ratio
  • Safe for regular maintenance washing
  • Suitable for protected paintwork
  • Leaves no wax residue on glass
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  • pH Neutral
  • Wax Safe Shampoo
  • High Dilution
  • Slick Wash Feel
  • Hard Water Help

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Expert Notes

Born To Be Mild should be matched to the right stage of the detail and the right surface. The key is controlled application, sensible dwell time and thorough removal or rinsing where required. Avoid letting chemical products dry on panels, and always test delicate finishes before full use. For best results, use clean accessories, work methodically and follow up with the appropriate protection or maintenance product for the surface.
Simon Hole Simon HoleFounder, The Drivers HQ

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Gloss paintwork
  • Waxed vehicles
  • Sealed paintwork
  • Ceramic coated vehicles
  • Matte paint finishes
  • Vehicle glass
  • Exterior plastics
  • Routine maintenance washes

Use on cool panels and rinse thoroughly. Do not let shampoo solution dry on the vehicle.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
pH-Neutral Car Shampoo
Dilution
Up To 1:800
Protection Friendly
Wax And Sealant Safe
Additives
Limescale Inhibitors
Residue
No Wax Or Silicone Glaze Oils
Suitable For Matte
Yes
Suitable For Glass
Yes
Use
Contact Wash

Application

  1. Rinse the vehicle to remove loose dirt.
  2. Add the correct amount of shampoo to a wash bucket.
  3. Fill with water to generate suds.
  4. Wash from the top down using a clean wash mitt.
  5. Rinse the mitt frequently in a rinse bucket.
  6. Rinse the vehicle thoroughly and dry safely.

Aftercare

  1. Inspect the finish before completing the detail.
  2. Repeat only where required.

Top Tip: Use the correct dilution because Born To Be Mild is highly concentrated.

PerformanceBenefits

Cleans without stripping protection
Improves wash lubrication
Helps reduce wash marring
Softens hard wash water
Economical dilution ratio
Safe for regular maintenance washing

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, it is a pH-neutral shampoo for maintenance washing.

No, it is designed to be friendly to waxes and sealants.

Dodo Juice describes it as highly concentrated, with dilution up to 1:800 depending on use.

Yes, it is suitable for matte finishes because it does not add wax or glossing oils.

Yes, it is suitable on glass because it is free from wax and silicone glaze oils.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Use the correct dilution because Born To Be Mild is highly concentrated.
  2. Pair with a soft wash mitt for maximum lubrication.
  3. Use separate wash and rinse buckets where possible.
  4. Safe for maintenance washing on waxed and sealed cars.
  5. Dry with a quality drying towel to avoid water spotting.
  6. Available online with fast UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

The Brand

DoDo Juice Detailing

The DoDo Juice collection is packed with high-performance car care products that combine fun, innovation, and professional detailing results. Known for their bold branding and outstanding formulations, DoDo Juice delivers everything from premium car shampoos and waxes to quick detailers, wheel cleaners, interior dressings, and specialist accessories.

DoDo Juice waxes are legendary, offering rich depth of gloss, slick hydrophobic protection, and long-lasting durability for every paint type. Their shampoos and snow foams are highly concentrated, pH-balanced, and safe for regular use, while their wheel and interior cleaners provide powerful yet safe cleaning on delicate finishes. The range also includes sprays, sealants, and detailing tools that make achieving a showroom shine simple and enjoyable.

Whether you are a weekend car care enthusiast or a professional detailer, DoDo Juice offers trusted solutions to enhance, protect, and maintain your vehicle. Each product is crafted with performance in mind, ensuring safe use on all modern paint systems and trim.

Shop the complete DoDo Juice range online with fast UK-wide delivery, or visit our Derby-based detailing store where you can explore the collection in person. Our detailing experts are always on hand to help you pick the right DoDo Juice products for your car.

Honest Car Care Without the Nonsense

Honest Car Care Without the Nonsense

Born from frustration with an industry full of empty promises and "miracle" ingredients, Dodo Juice launched with a simple mission: make car care products as good as possible, not as cheap as possible. The brand name itself mocks companies claiming exotic ingredients - "we only squeeze the finest dodos for their rare oil" - highlighting the absurdity of marketing fluff that dominates the detailing world. By hand-crafting products in small batches and refusing to cut corners, Dodo Juice ensures every formula genuinely suits its intended purpose rather than being a one-size-fits-all solution dressed up with different labels. They won't jump on trendy bandwagons like "ceramic" or "graphene" when their tried-and-tested formulations already outperform the gimmicks. This commitment to honest chemistry and fair pricing has earned them HSBC Start Up Stars recognition and built a loyal following of educated consumers across 40+ countries who value performance over marketing promises.

Products That Deliver Real Results

Products That Deliver Real Results

From the original five hand-poured waxes to today's 200+ product range, Dodo Juice has consistently proven that quality speaks louder than marketing. Their Born to be Mild shampoo dominated Detailing World's Wash Product of the Year for four consecutive years, while Clearly Menthol glass cleaner and Supernatural Leather Cleaner swept Auto Express awards categories, with the leather cleaner continuing its winning streak year after year. Recent victories for Future Armour and Total Wipe Out demonstrate their ongoing innovation in car care chemistry. Every product - from cost-effective refill concentrates to premium detailing sprays and clays - is formulated to deliver professional results at fair prices. Their legendary waxes provide deep gloss and durable protection, pH-balanced shampoos clean safely without stripping protection, and specialist cleaners tackle everything from wheels to interiors with powerful yet surface-safe formulations. Available through our Derby showroom or with fast UK delivery, Dodo Juice offers detailing solutions for enthusiasts who want products that work as well as they claim.

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