Polishing involves using an abrasive compound to remove surface imperfections like swirl marks, scratches, and oxidation, restoring the paint’s smoothness and shine. Protection provides a protective layer over the paint, enhancing the shine and protecting the surface from environmental contaminants like UV rays, rain, and dirt. Products like Rapid Detailer, Express and our other last stage protection products (LSP) like Supergloss+ wax and QDX Ceramic are all good examples.