Carpro Elixir Is It Any Good?

Hey guys today I'll be testing out Carpro Elixir.
I've tested this product out before against 4 other similar products and was really impressed by its slickness.
but the real test is always applying a product like this to an entire car especially a black one.

[@Ian_P]

Thank you Jackson. 👍😁
This was a great video on these types of products.
My current 'go-to' is Mirch Ceramic Detailer.

[@EvolvedDetails]

Thanks Ian,
I'm actually yet to try the Mirch Ceramic detailer although I do have some here to get to eventually

[@lewisreinhold6398]

I used Elixir too and it was a bear to buff off on a black car
Very humid afternoon didn’t help !
You are spot on!

[@EvolvedDetails]

Yeah definitely not ideal for dark cars, I think I'll use the rest of white paint

[@senthilkumar-mc2ui]

I usually apply sparingly on to a damp microfiber cloth & buff off with another cloth without any streaks. Got any chance try mafra's labocosmetics perfecta sio2 ceramic qd.

[@EvolvedDetails]

Ah ok I'll have to try a damn cloth next time but will probably just save elixir for lighter coloured cars as I have some other ceramic detailers I can use on darker cars that are less prone to streaking

[@SS95170]

Nova Boost is my go to, use it every wash with no issues.

[@EvolvedDetails]

I haven't used boost v2 yet but I have some of the original here and found it very easy to use

[@98JamesNixon]

I usually use Gyeon ceramic detailer nearly every wash as it’s so easy haha

[@EvolvedDetails]

Yeah I like the Gyeon Ceramic detailer more than the Carpro to be honest as it's far easier to apply

[@ShebanFPV]

Thumbs up for the Evo 🤙🏻

[@EvolvedDetails]

Thanks mate

[@rogueassassingaming9498]

I've been using the meguiars hybrid ceramic detailer and don't really get smearing or streaking

[@EvolvedDetails]

The meguiars one is definitely up there and actually has great durability for a non full on sealant

[@carlosautodetailing114]

That's when I started to just apply it to the microfiber then go across the paint than spraying it on the paint I learned that the hard way but good video

[@EvolvedDetails]

Haha yeah probably a much better way to do it

[@carlosautodetailing114]

@@EvolvedDetails yes cause it's very streaking and use the 2 towel method

[@chrisdoesthis3571]

Looks good but so much effort I'd rather use a touchless sealant for ease of use

[@EvolvedDetails]

Yeah I'd agree and that's what I usually go for as it's a far quicker way to do it

[@raku2012]

Can it be used on PPF?

[@EvolvedDetails]

I'm not 100% sure but I would assume so

[@ergwehgr]

how would you clean your towels after

[@EvolvedDetails]

Wash them in a microfibre wash immediately is the best thing to do

[@ergwehgr]

in the same washing machine you use for your clothes?@@EvolvedDetails

[@friendlyfire4178]

Can you layer Elixir on a spray wax?

[@EvolvedDetails]

You can but I'm not sure how well they would work together but worth a try

[@friendlyfire4178]

@@EvolvedDetails thank you 🙏

[@crashthestash]

Having similar streaky issues 😭

[@EvolvedDetails]

Yeah it's definitely a product you need multiple towels and patience to use

[@orthodox1717]

I got terrible streaking with Elixir.

[@EvolvedDetails]

Yeah I did too and had to go back over with a third cloth.
Which for a quick detailer to need 3 clothes is a bit much imo
It does look bloody good though but I have similar products I prefer

[@orthodox1717]

I couldn’t get rid of the streaks unless I used a panel prep or washed the car. I threw it away after one use. 😢

[@kipdrordy6858]

@@EvolvedDetails what one do you recommend? for black car

[@MrTakeOne]

@@kipdrordy6858pureshine turtle wax 😎 or butter wax not spray kind . Or black ice by turtle 🐢 trust me I know

[@tyliusc25]

Dude,
You use it wrongly!
For dark colours apply 1-2 sprays on the towel and apply it on the car. Do not spray on DARK coloured cars directly.
2nd apply it always in 1 direction, no circles, again applicable for dark colours only.
3rd less is more ! 4 sprays is too much, 1-2!
You will see it makes a huge difference to polish/wipe it off with a clean microfibre towel 😊

[@nachomandetailingservices1057]

I don’t know if you know this but theirs a product out that beats every product out there right now. And will crush carpro stuff you using. It’s called TITAN!

[@EvolvedDetails]

I've heard of them but haven't tried any products yet.
I don't really think any one brand makes the best of every product type so I think a mix of different brands is the best way to go.
What Titan products do you suggest I try?

[@kevinb7058]

​@@EvolvedDetails Titan Coatings Ultra Spray Sealant I think he means. Never used it but am very tempted to 😯

[@davidboyce6427]

Phoenix EOD Titan spray