Soft99 Water Block Wax: Specifications and Safety Notes

At a glance
- What it is: A hand-applied polymer-based paste sealant from Soft99, sold in light and dark versions, aimed at maximum water repellency.
- Key facts: 300 g; polymer sealant with waterproof resin in a synthetic paste; “4 months +” durability claim; not trim safe; £22.00 (UK retailer).
- Suits: Enthusiasts who want strong water beading and will apply by hand.
- Skip if: You want a spray or a quick wipe-on; this is a paste, applied by hand only.
We haven’t tested this product ourselves. This page summarises one UK retailer’s listing, checked 19 October 2026. Soft99 also sells other “Water Block” products, so check which one you are buying.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Product | SOFT99 Water Block Wax, light and dark versions | [1] |
| Formula | Polymer-based sealant: waterproof resin suspended in a synthetic petroleum-based paste | [1] |
| Application | By hand only; thin, even coat on clean paint, one or two panels at a time with the supplied foam pad; leave 5 to 10 minutes, then buff off | [1] |
| Durability | “4 months +” (average value, from the retailer) | [1] |
| Trim safe | No; wipe it off unpainted trim straight away | [1] |
| Size and price | 300 g; £22.00; “only 2 left” on 19 October 2026 | [1] |
What owners report
We have not reviewed owner feedback for this product.
Known issues and safety
Recall check: we searched GOV.UK product safety alerts, reports and recalls (Office for Product Safety and Standards) for “soft99” on 19 October 2026 and found no results [2]. Check the list again for the exact product.
We did not review a safety data sheet. Keep it off trim and glass, wear gloves if your skin is sensitive, and follow the label.
Questions people ask
Can I spray it on?
No. The retailer says by hand only [1].
How long does it last?
The retailer gives “4 months +” [1]. Other sellers quote different figures, and the maker’s own page was not one we opened.
Is it safe on plastic trim?
No. The retailer says it is not trim safe [1].
Alternatives
- Sonax XTREME Brilliant Shine Detailer: A quick detailer. See our separate page.
- Other paint protection: See our paint protection hub.
Our verdict
Based on the evidence, this suits enthusiasts who want a hand-applied, high-beading sealant and accept the trim restriction. Durability claims come from the retailer. This is a research summary, not a test result.
Sources
- SOFT99 Water Block Wax, Polished Bliss (UK retailer listing), polishedbliss.co.uk. The page shows no date. Checked 19 October 2026.
- GOV.UK search of product safety alerts, reports and recalls, Office for Product Safety and Standards, gov.uk. Searched 19 October 2026.