Is there a polish/glaze/swirlremover that doesn't wash right off?

[alex_c]

I've taken my car to be detailed a few times and when I get it back, it looks great. Then I wash the car and all my swirls and scratches come right back.

I'd like to do it myself from now on. Is there a polish/glaze/swirlremover that I should use that won't just wash off?

THanks,
x

 

[vlad]

What cleanser are you using and what items are you using to wash your car? Also, any idea what kind of wax, (if any), is the detail shop using?

 

[alex_c]

I don't know what the shop is using. I'm not going back there anyway because they painted my fender and clear-coated dust and bug into the finish!
I did my first detail and used Meg's #9, #7 and then #26. It went pretty well.

 

[vlad]

Most likely, they aren't using a wax that will hold up to your washings.

Typically, swirlmark removers and glazes are not wash proof. A wax should be used after these products to protect their effectiveness.

A lot of auto shampoos or other soaps can strip the wax, which in turn removes the swirlmark remover/glaze. I've had very good luck with Meguiar's #62 Carwash shampoo/conditioner. $22.99 per gallon or $6.99 for 16 oz. It does not remove the wax any more than P21S shampoo, and I dare say it compares to the Zymol shampoo.