Cleaning Your Earbuds: Why, When, and How

October 16, 2019 2 min read

Though we’d rather not admit it, we all have earwax. It’s a natural part of life. Every ear comes with earwax. But sometimes, that natural thing can be, well, gross. And when it comes to earbuds, the last thing you want is a gross earbud tip in your ear as you listen to Lady Gaga’s newest hit.

Why Do I Need to Clean My Earbuds?

That earwax can do more than just gross you out. It can be sticky, attracting and sticking to fluff from your clothing or your own hair. When you put that same earbud into your ear, it can feel uncomfortable and gross, which really takes away from the listening experience.

The debris on your earbud tip can also collect at the speaker and dull the clarity of sound, not to mention lessen the volume. So, it’s a good idea to clean out those tips and the area of the speaker, too.

When Should I Clean My Earbuds?

Ideally, you would clean your earbuds once a week, but not everyone can remember to do that. So, a good rule is anytime you see your earbuds starting to collect earwax or dirt, you should make an effort to clean them.

How Do I Clean My Earbuds?

The process of cleaning earbuds is simple! 

First, make sure your earbuds are off and disconnected from your device. Then, get a clean cloth and dip it in soapy water. Wring out the cloth until it is only slightly damp. Then, gently wipe away any dirt or earwax on the outside of the earbud tip.

It’s important to note that you should never use rubbing alcohol to clean your earbuds, as it can discolor and even damage them.

The next part of the cleaning process could go two ways. You could purchase a cleaning tool and use that, or you could stick with your trusty cloth!

For the cleaning tool, you’ll want to pull the tips off of the earbuds. Then, you can use the tool’s metal loop side to gently scoop out any earwax or dirt. Be gentle and careful. Finally, wipe the tips with a soapy wet cloth and dry thoroughly before reattaching to the earbuds.

For the cloth, complete the same steps, except you need to substitute the tool for your cloth and gently wipe away the dirt and earwax.

Now that you know the why, when, and how of cleaning your earbuds, you’ll be a pro at making sure your listening experience is earwax-free!

 

Rowkin offers the world’s smallest true wireless earbuds with high-quality sound and deep bass. Check out the product selections here:https://www.rowkin.com/collections/featured-products



Also in Rowkin's Blog

Top 5 Exercises to Get Your Summer Body: Women's Edition
Top 5 Exercises to Get Your Summer Body: Women's Edition

March 06, 2020 3 min read

Everyone knows that getting your summer body ready is not easy. Even with your trusty wireless earbuds at your side, it can be difficult to even know where to start. Lucky for you, we are continuing our series on exercises to help you get your summer body. This week, we are focusing on the ladies!
Read More
Top 5 Exercises to Get Your Summer Body: Men's Edition
Top 5 Exercises to Get Your Summer Body: Men's Edition

February 26, 2020 3 min read

As we say good-bye to February and look forward to the Spring months, many of us are beginning our ‘Summer Body’ campaign. Getting ready for your beach-ready body can be a long and difficult process, but we want to make it a little easier with Rowkin’s top five exercises to get your summer body.

Read More
What Makes the Rowkin Sound Experience Exceptional?
What Makes the Rowkin Sound Experience Exceptional?

February 21, 2020 2 min read

There’s a reason Rowkin is a beloved wireless earbud brand. We made a promise, and that promise is to give our customers a heightened listening and sound experience. We want you to be able to hear every syllable and note as clear as they were meant to.

Read More

Be In The Know