 McGuire's introduced the first Quick Detailer in the early 80s with the release of Trigger Wash. And since its inception, there has been a little questioning and confusion about using a mist and wipe product to maintain paint. The biggest question is, what's the difference between McGuire's Quick Detailers and McGuire's Quick Waxes and how to use them to get the best results? Quick Detailers and Quick Waxes are spray-on wipe-off products to help maintain paint. The idea behind these products is that if the paint is consistently maintained properly, it will look better and last longer. They will perform their best on paint that's already in very good condition and already has a pre-existing wax or sealant. With these types of products, we always recommend using them with fresh, clean, premium microfiber towels like McGuire's Supreme Shine microfiber towels. On the surface, they really look like they're intended for the same function, but they do maintain the paint in different ways. There are many different variations of Quick Detailer and Quick Waxes with slightly different nuances and characteristics depending on your wants and needs. So what ultimately sets the products apart from each other? Quick Detailers gently clean paint and remove light contaminants like dust, smudges, fresh water spots and fresh bird droppings. They also contain lubricants to reduce friction and minimize swirling and scratching. As an additional benefit, they usually enhance shine and may contain just a bit of protection without stripping away pre-existing wax. Quick Waxes are designed to be used on a clean surface as they don't usually contain any cleaners. However, they increase shine and protection and are formulated as more of a booster to enhance pre-existing wax instead of a stand-alone wax protection. In order to maximize your gloss, slickness and water-beating action, make sure your paint is free of above-surface bonnet contaminants, below-surface defects and has a good wax protection already on the paint. Select your quick detailer and make sure there's only light or fresh contaminants on your paint. If your paint has dirt and debris that is moderate to heavy, you really want to use a traditional car wash or waterless wash instead. Ideally, you want to be working on a cool surface and in the shade. Take a fresh, clean, premium microfiber towel and fold it into quarters by folding it in half and then in half again so you have four squares per side of the towel. When one section of the towel gets dirty or overly saturated, you can easily flip to a clean portion of your towel. Spray your detailer onto a small section. Take one of the clean sections and gently wipe the area. Flip your towel to a clean portion for a final wipe. Work in sections returning back to the damp portion of your towel for each initial wipe. Be sure to monitor your microfiber to ensure that you're always working with a clean section. This way you're not pushing dirt or debris back into the paint and possibly creating swirls. Work your favorite quick wax and make sure the paint is completely clean. Again, work on a cool surface and in the shade so you can get the best results. Spray a small area and gently spread the wax evenly with a fresh portion of your towel. Flip your towel to a clean part and gently buff the remaining product to reveal a high gloss shine. Again, be sure to monitor your microfiber towel and flip to a clean portion as needed. Keep in mind if your quick wax choice is our Hybrid Ceramic Spray Wax, it is used in a slightly different fashion, so make sure to read and follow directions for best results with that unique product. You can use quick detailers and quick waxes as frequently as you like without causing harm. However, we usually recommend using a quick detailer every few days and a quick wax every few weeks, maybe after you detail or wash your car. Regular use of these maintenance products will decrease how often you have to wash, remove defects and wax. They will also increase gloss and protection, ultimately making your paint look better. Now that you're familiar with the differences between McGuire's quick detailers and quick waxes and how often to use them, you can select the right product as needed and get the results you want quickly. For additional tips and techniques, visit McGuire's dot com.