Synthetic or Natural Carnauba wax ?

[m3keeper]

I know there are tons of posts on car wax/polishes in the search database.
But with the recent surge in pure synthetic car waxes ( turtle wax ice for example ), I wondering which way to go ? Synthetic or Natural Carnauba.
I'm looking for what everyone else is: deep wet-look shine, and durability against the weather, rock chips, and water spots. Which way do you suggest, and then list the best you've found.

[deilenberger]

There is no such thing as "synthetic carnauba" - carnauba wax is made from the leaves of the carnauba palm tree. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnauba_wax

Most people here find joy with some form of polymer (plastic) finish (which is not a "wax" - it's a plastic coating) such as Zaino, or FMJ. These finishes - properly applied will give a great look, and will last for 6-12 months, with only light touchups required. They "layer" on if done correctly (multiple applications result in a thicker coating, better glass and deep wet look and better durability.)

Waxes do not do this - waxes contain solvents that are added to help make the wax spreadable, and these solvents tend to dissolve prior layers of wax on the car.

That's the short story - the long story will be found on the forum that I'm moving this to - the one where the question should have been asked..

[m3keeper]

Thanks for moving my post (and being nice about it).....sorry, I'm still a bit new to the forums.
The comparison I was referring to was: to go with a natural wax product or a synthetic product. They really are as opposite as you can get from each other. Good job breaking it down to the essential difference.

[SammyXp]

Why choose?

I use Poorboy's EX-P pure sealant, followed by Natty's Paste Blue Carnuba Wax. Long lasting protection, coupled with the ridiculous water-repelling characteristics of a good Carnuba.

[MrLiou168]

M3keeper - from prior experience I can opine that deep wet-look gloss and shine and durability do not go hand in hand with the same product. Best thing to do is use a synthetic sealant like FMJ (for durability and protection) and carnauba on top of it for the deep wet-look shine (and some protection). This way you only need to renew the carnauba monthly and FMJ ever 6-8 months.

I'd recommend FMJ and one of the Swissvax products. I use Onyx cause it's more affordable and I can't imagine anything looking better.

As can see in this forum, the absolute best place to get top notch products and service is from Phil @ Detailer's Domain.

[Sebony]

And I would add really easy to work with for beginners!

Originally Posted by SammyXp

Why choose?

I use Poorboy's EX-P pure sealant, followed by Natty's Paste Blue Carnuba Wax. Long lasting protection, coupled with the ridiculous water-repelling characteristics of a good Carnuba.