“You can actually see it on the tip.”
That is the part nobody tells you about a cotton swab: you have no idea whether anything came off or whether you just moved it around. The stick is clear, so there is nothing to wonder about.
VERIFIED CUSTOMER
Stick Ear Cleaner
Stick Ear Cleaner
See what it picks up. Rinse. Reuse. Soft adhesive tip.
Regular price
$29.99
Regular price
$29.99
Sale price
$50.00
Unit price
per
See What It Lifts
Soft Adhesive Tip
Rinse And Reuse
No Metal Scrapers
Outer Ear Care
Cotton Swab Alternative
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What is it, and what does it do?
A clear stick with a soft resin tip that is slightly tacky. Wiped gently around the outer ear, the tip picks up loose wax and debris from the surface and holds onto it. Because the stick is transparent, you can see exactly what came off.
How do I use it?
Around the outer ear only. Wipe gently over the surface and the folds you can see and reach, then lift away. Do not put it into the ear canal. Most people reach for it after a shower or after a long stretch in earbuds, when there is something visible to pick up.
How do I clean it?
Rinse the tip under the tap, no soap needed, and stand it somewhere to air dry. Once it is dry the tip is tacky again and ready for next time. That is the whole difference between this and a cotton swab: nothing goes in the bin.
Anything I should know before I use it?
For external use on the outer ear only. Do not insert into the ear canal. Keep out of reach of children and use with adult supervision. Stop and speak to a healthcare professional if you have ear pain, discharge, dizziness or any change in your hearing. This is a personal care accessory for cleaning the outer ear. It is not a medical device and it is not intended for use inside the ear canal. Individual results may vary.
Stick Ear Cleaner
Regular price
$29.99
Regular price
$29.99
Sale price
$50.00
Unit price
per
The One You Rinse Off Instead of Throwing Away.
A clear stick with a soft, slightly tacky resin tip that picks up loose wax from the surface of the outer ear and holds onto it, so you can see what came off. Rinse it under the tap, let it air dry and the tip is tacky again. A washable alternative to cotton swabs. Soft resin, no metal.
You Can See What It Picks Up
Rinse It and It Sticks Again
Sticks to Wax, Not to Skin
For After the Shower or Earbuds
Real customers
Real routines. Real people.
Reviews reflect individual experiences. Individual results may vary.
“Rinse, dry, and it is tacky again.”
Thirty seconds under the tap and it goes back in the drawer. I have not bought a box of swabs since, which was not the reason I got it but it is the reason I kept using it.
VERIFIED CUSTOMER
“Soft, and nothing metal.”
I had looked at those little metal loops and could not bring myself to buy one. This is a soft tip that just wipes around the outside, which is all I wanted in the first place.
VERIFIED CUSTOMER
“Lives next to the toothbrush now.”
I use it after a shower, not every day, and mostly after I have had earbuds in for half the afternoon. It has become one of those things you do without thinking about it.
VERIFIED CUSTOMER
A Soft Adhesive Tip. And a Stick You Can See Through.
A clear stick with a soft resin tip that is slightly tacky, wiped gently around the outer ear so it picks up loose wax and debris from the surface and holds onto it. The tip adheres to wax rather than to skin, there is no metal and no loose cotton, and because the stick is transparent you can see what came off. Rinse it under the tap, let it air dry, and the tip is tacky again.
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Stick, rinsed under the tap and used again
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Metal scrapers, and no loose cotton fibres
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Guesswork. The stick is clear, so you see what it lifted
I had been told for years not to use cotton swabs and never had anything to put in their place, so I just carried on using them and feeling vaguely guilty about it. This is the first thing I have found that is genuinely for the outside of the ear and does not pretend to be anything more than that. The fact that it rinses off and goes back in the drawer is the reason it stuck.
For external use on the outer ear only. Do not insert into the ear canal. Keep out of reach of children and use with adult supervision. Stop and speak to a healthcare professional if you have ear pain, discharge, dizziness or any change in your hearing. This is a personal care accessory for cleaning the outer ear. It is not a medical device and it is not intended for use inside the ear canal. Individual results may vary.
Using It and Rinsing It, Week by Week
Built for occasional use. Ears largely look after themselves. Here's how the routine usually settles. Individual results may vary.
Week 1:Getting the Feel
- Wipe gently around the outer ear, the surface and the folds
- Look at the tip afterwards, that is the whole point of it being clear
- Rinse under the tap and stand it somewhere to air dry
Weeks 2 to 4:Into the Routine
- After a shower, or after a long stretch in earbuds
- Occasional, when there is something on the surface to wipe away
- Nothing to throw away and no box of swabs to replace
Weeks 5 to 8:One Stick, Rinsed
- Rinse the tip after every use and let it dry fully
- Dry it properly and the tip goes back to being tacky
- Keep it somewhere dry rather than shut in a damp cupboard
Ongoing:Your New Normal
- Outer ear only, the way it was meant to be done
- One stick per person, rinsed and put away
- Simple enough that you actually keep it up
FAQ
What is it, and what does it actually do?
A clear stick with a soft resin tip that is slightly tacky. Wiped gently around the outer ear, the tip picks up loose wax and debris from the surface and holds onto it instead of moving it around. It is a personal care accessory for the outside of the ear, nothing more than that.
How do I use it, and where?
Around the outer ear only. Wipe gently over the surface and the folds you can see and reach, then lift the tip away and look at it. Do not put it into the ear canal. A good moment is after a shower, when things are softer, or after a long stretch wearing earbuds.
How often should I use it?
Less often than you probably think, and we would rather say so. Ears are largely self cleaning and a certain amount of wax is completely normal and doing a job. Over cleaning can irritate the outer ear, so this is made for occasional use, when there is something on the surface worth wiping away. Reaching for it more often than that is not doing you a favour, and we would rather tell you that than sell you the habit.
Will it stick to my skin, or pull?
No. The tip is a soft resin that is tacky enough to hold onto wax but not onto skin, so it lifts away cleanly. There is no metal, no scraper, no loop and no loose cotton to leave anything behind. If it ever feels anything other than gentle, stop using it.
How do I clean it, and does it keep working?
Rinse the tip under the tap, no soap needed, and stand it somewhere to air dry. Once it is fully dry the tip is tacky again. Dry it properly and store it somewhere dry rather than shut in a steamy bathroom cupboard, and it keeps its grip. That is the whole difference between this and a cotton swab: nothing goes in the bin.
When should I speak to a professional instead?
Read this one before you order. For external use on the outer ear only. Do not insert into the ear canal. Keep out of reach of children and use with adult supervision. Stop and speak to a healthcare professional if you have ear pain, discharge, dizziness or any change in your hearing. This is a hygiene accessory and nothing about it is a substitute for having someone look at your ears. If something feels wrong, that is a conversation for a professional, not for a stick. This is a personal care accessory for cleaning the outer ear. It is not a medical device and it is not intended for use inside the ear canal. Individual results may vary.
This is a personal care accessory for cleaning the outer ear. It is not a medical device and it is not intended for use inside the ear canal. Individual results may vary.
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Give it a go
30-day money-back guarantee. No fine print.
Give it 30 days. If it is not a fit, the feel of the tip, the format or anything else, email us once and we refund you in full. No questionnaires. No fine print. One email. Full refund.