
29/06/2025
Protect your ears. Stop using cotton buds!
Stop Using Cotton Buds to Clean Your Ears!
Using cotton buds may feel satisfying, but it can actually do more harm than good:
⚠️ Pushes wax deeper
⚠️ Increases risk of eardrum perforation
⚠️ Can cause infections or injury
👂 Your ears are self-cleaning—no need to poke inside!
If you have a wax problem, see an ENT specialist.
Protect your ears. Skip the cotton buds!
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