Advice

Why you shouldn't clean your ears with a cotton bud or Q-tip

By Dr Jonathan Livesey
April 29 2021 - 3:30pm
NO-GO ZONE: It's not unusual for people to end up at the doctor's office with ear issues from using cotton buds. Picture: Shutterstock
NO-GO ZONE: It's not unusual for people to end up at the doctor's office with ear issues from using cotton buds. Picture: Shutterstock

Is it ok to clean your ears with cotton buds?

Quite simply, no - you should not use Q-tips or cotton buds to clean your ears.

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