What's the difference between paint sealants and waxes

[VOLVOS60]

Sorry if this was already asked, but I would like to know what the difference is between paint sealants and waxes. I originally thought that sealants were synthetic and waxes were natural, but I think that is wrong. I would also like to know what pros and cons there are to both and if there are any guidelines to follow to determine if a wax or sealant should be used. Thanks.

[Mike Phillips]

I wrote an article about this, here's the link,

How To Choose The Right Wax or Paint Sealant for your Detailing Project


It is confusing but I try to break "Protection Products" into their prospective categories in multiple different ways...

Basically you have

• Carnauba type waxes
• Synthetic Sealants although some are paste in form
• Hybrids - A blend of natural and synthetic protection ingredients

And just as important...

• Finishing Waxes
• Cleaner/Waxes

[Shane731]

Here's this as well: Carnauba Car Wax vs. Paint Sealants, carnauba wax reviews, paint sealant reviews