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The contentious cotton bud has been a household staple since 1923, but it was never invented with the intention of cleaning ears. Although manufacturers explicitly warn against using them to clean your ears this has become their most common use.
Using Earol weekly will help keep the wax soft, which will allow it to naturally pass out of your ears, usually when you sleep. Keep an eye on that pillow case!
Earol is available to buy in clinic, or at your pharmacy.