Yep, that's true (well, except for the 'very advanced' part); STP is useless gunk, too, unless you're trying to nurse along a thoroughly whipped (worn out) engine.
It sticks to internal engine parts and has a higher build- up film then just oil.
In the advertising-marketeering world of words on bottles and counter displays, sure. But in the real world, it actually causes the oil to aerate (foam), greatly reducing its film strength.
Why do you think diesel engines last for a half a million miles or more
And me, I haven't had a water pump failure ever since I started swinging my left arm in a figure-8 pattern twelve times a day, eleven years ago. I guess it must be working!