Snake Oil: No-Touch SiO2 Ceramic Foam Sealant

Looking to add shine, slickness, and hydrophobic protection to your vehicle—without touching it? Chem-X Snake Oil is a powerful, no-contact SiO₂ foam sealant designed to be applied through a foam cannon or downstream injector. Whether you’re washing ceramic-coated vehicles or looking to extend protection between details, Snake Oil leaves behind a smooth, glossy surface that repels water and speeds up drying.

This guide explains what Snake Oil is, how it works, and how to use it to get professional results with zero effort.

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What Is Snake Oil?

Snake Oil is a no-touch, spray-on ceramic sealant infused with SiO₂ (silicon dioxide)—the same ingredient used in traditional ceramic coatings. But unlike time-consuming hand-applied coatings, Snake Oil is designed to be:

• Foamed or sprayed on
• Rinsed off after a short dwell
• Completely contact-free

It forms a hydrophobic barrier that enhances gloss, reduces water spotting, and makes future washes faster and easier.

Key Features & Benefits

• Touch-Free Application – No need to wipe or buff
• SiO₂ Infused Protection – Adds slickness and hydrophobic properties
• Fast Acting – Just apply, dwell, and rinse
• Safe on All Surfaces – Paint, glass, plastic, metal, trim, wheels
• Use After Any Wash – Ideal follow-up to Old Glory or any touchless wash
• Reduces Water Spots – Water beads and sheets off easily
• Speeds Up Drying – Great for fleets, detail shops, and mobile rigs

How to Use Snake Oil

You can apply Snake Oil via downstream injector or foam cannon depending on your setup.

✅ Option 1: Downstream Injector (e.g., ST-160 or ST-164)

1. Insert the injector's pickup tube into a jug of Snake Oil
2. Use a low-pressure soap nozzle or foaming tip
3. Apply evenly over a clean, rinsed surface
4. Let dwell for 30–60 seconds (do not allow to dry)
5. Rinse thoroughly with high-pressure water

✅ Option 2: Foam Cannon (e.g., Chrome Cannon 2.0)

1. Add 1–2 oz of Snake Oil to your cannon bottle
2. Fill with water (1:20 to 1:30 ratio)
3. Shake to mix
4. Foam the vehicle top to bottom after your final rinse
5. Let dwell briefly (30–60 seconds)
6. Rinse thoroughly

💡 Best applied with warm water (110–130°F) for improved activation and beading

Dilution Guidelines

Recommended Dosing Tip for Injectors:

• Brown (150:1) or Yellow (120:1) metering nozzle

How It Works

• SiO₂ particles bond to the surface during dwell time
• Creates an invisible ceramic layer that enhances shine and water behavior
• Forms a hydrophobic barrier that resists grime and minerals
• Helps protect underlying coatings and finishes
• Makes future washes faster and easier thanks to less surface bonding

When to Use Snake Oil

• After washing with Old Glory, Stars + Stripes, or other Chem-X soaps
• As a maintenance topper for ceramic-coated vehicles
• For fleet maintenance, where speed and water repellency matter
• Anytime you want added gloss, protection, and reduced drying time

Surface Compatibility

Safe for use on:

• Clear coat
• Ceramic coatings and waxes
• Paint protection film (PPF)
• Chrome and polished aluminum
• Plastic trim, glass, rubber, and wheels

✅ Will not streak, haze, or leave residue when rinsed properly

Pro Tips for Best Results

• Apply to a wet surface—Snake Oil activates best when used immediately after rinsing
• Do not let it dry on the surface; always rinse within 60 seconds
• Apply in shade or on cool panels to avoid premature drying
• Use deionized water or air drying for a flawless finish
• Flush your injector or foamer with clean water after use to prevent clogging

What Snake Oil Is Not

• It is not a full ceramic coating or permanent sealant
• It is not a cleaning product—only apply to a clean, rinsed surface
• It should not be wiped on or agitated

Who Should Use Snake Oil?

• Mobile detailers looking to boost gloss and speed drying
• Fleet washers adding hydrophobic protection between washes
• Detail shops offering maintenance washes for ceramic-coated clients
• DIYers who want a spray-on shine without manual labor

Final Thoughts

Snake Oil is the fastest, easiest way to add shine and hydrophobic protection to any vehicle—without touching the surface. Whether you're running a high-volume mobile rig or maintaining your coated daily driver, Snake Oil delivers ceramic-level slickness in under a minute.

Foam it on. Rinse it off. Admire the results.