In this Part 1 review, I take a closer look at GYEON Q² Tire, a premium SiO₂-based tire dressing that claims to deliver UV protection, a factory-fresh look, and even self-cleaning properties. This is one of the few tire shines on the market boasting ceramic technology, and I was eager to see if it lives up to the hype.
Initial Impressions
My wife immediately pointed out the sleek bottle design—something that sets GYEON apart. The pump-style dispenser is unique for a tire shine product and looks professional. The label shows the product is made in South Korea and contains petroleum distillates, which confirms its solvent-based, not water-based.
According to the label, the tire protectant should be applied with a tire applicator and can benefit from heat activation using a heat gun for better durability. While I don’t have a heat gun on hand, I’m counting on the California sun to do the trick. That said, I do wonder how practical it is to expect everyday users to heat-set their tire shine.
Application Process
Before applying, I weighed the bottle: 1.12 pounds. I wanted to calculate the actual cost to shine each tire.
This was my first time using the GYEON Q² Tire, and I ran into a few challenges. The gel is thinner than expected and tends to soak quickly into the applicator pad, making it harder to spread. I found it best to pat the gel on at first, rather than wiping it straight away. Over time, I discovered that slowly pressing the pump while moving the bottle helped distribute the product more evenly on the applicator.
Working the product into the tire took more effort than most water-based formulas I’ve tried. Like with all gel-type shines, you need to pay attention to ribs, grooves, and raised lettering, as these areas easily hold excess product that can later lead to sling and streaking.
Once the top and side areas were coated, I moved the car slightly to expose the bottom portion of the tire and finished applying the product. The scent was surprisingly pleasant, not overly chemical.
Cost Breakdown
After the full application, the bottle weighed 1.098 pounds, meaning I used 0.022 pounds of product. At a price of $27.99 for 16.9 oz, that translates to about $0.61 per tire or $2.45 for all four tires. Definitely one of the more expensive options out there.
Drying Time and Initial Results
I let the tire dry for around 40 minutes, and the result was impressive: a rich, wet-looking gloss that looked uniform and deep. A side-by-side with the control area (untreated part of the tire) revealed a dramatic improvement.
After a short drive around the neighborhood, reaching speeds of 50 mph, I noticed some streaking, especially around the lettering. This was likely from over-application. I also observed light sling, but nothing extreme—suggesting that most of the product stayed on the tire.
To clean things up, I used the applicator pad to lightly smooth out the coating. With no more driving planned for the day, the tire will now have 12+ hours to cure fully.
Final Thoughts – Part 1
So far, GYEON Q² Tire delivers a slick, high-gloss finish with an upscale feel and strong potential. The application takes a little more patience than water-based products, but the payoff in appearance and durability (pending) may be worth it. I’ll be monitoring the shine and protection over the coming days, so stay tuned for Part 2 of this review where I test long-term performance, water repellency, and durability.
