Hazing (Wax / Polymer Sealant):
Smearing or a dull look to the paint film surface after removing residue usually occurs when there is an excess of product applied in high humidity conditions and moisture is trapped between the fast drying top layer and the lower layer of the hydroscopic wax.
The paint films surface temperature being cooler than the outside air accelerates this process by allowing the top layer of wax to harden before the lower level. To avoid this allow more time for the wax to completely set-up (dry) before removal.
Alternatively when the wax starts to set-up, the oils or solvents permeate to the top causing a hazy look. The solvents will outgas given time, but oil requires that you wipe them off. Spray the surface with cold distilled water, the excess wax will adhere to the water droplets and can then be wiped away with 100% cotton micro fibre towel. This has a two-fold effect; it removes the oils and will enhance the gloss of the wax.
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