Bug & Grime vs Citrus Pre-Wash: What Should You Use First?

Understanding Pre-Wash Chemistry

If your vehicle is coated in insects, road grime, or winter salt, you need a solid pre-wash solution. But do you go for a citrus-based product or a bug-specific cleaner? Let’s put Gyeon Q2M Bug & Grime 500ml to the test against a typical Citrus Pre-Wash.


 Comparison Table

Product Gyeon Q2M Bug & Grime Citrus Pre-Wash
Target Contaminants Insect protein, traffic film Mud, salt, light grime
Safe on LSP/Wax Yes Often, but can strip
Dwell Time 4–5 minutes 5–7 minutes
Application Method Spray on, rinse Foam or spray, rinse

Recommended Use 🧼

  • Use Gyeon Bug & Grime for upper-body bug splats, mirrors, front grills

  • Use Citrus Pre-Wash for lower-body dirt and winter road grime

💡 Detailer’s Order: Rinse → Bug & Grime → Rinse → Citrus → Foam

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