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Cotton ear buds are a practical product for daily personal hygiene, cosmetic use and precise cleaning of smaller areas. They are most often used for hygiene of the outer ear, makeup corrections, applying or removing small traces of cosmetics and other household needs.

Within the Personal hygiene category, cotton buds are chosen according to pack size, practicality and frequency of use. Smaller packs are suitable for a bag, travel and occasional use, while larger packs are practical for family hygiene and daily routines.

It is important to know that cotton ear buds are not recommended for deep cleaning of the ear canal. Pushing cotton buds too deeply into the ear may push earwax deeper, cause irritation or injury. For safer use, cotton buds should be used only for the outer ear and other surface hygiene needs.

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Who are cotton ear buds for?

• People who want a practical product for daily hygiene
• Cleaning the outer ear, without deep insertion into the ear canal
• Precise makeup correction and small cosmetic adjustments
• Home, family, travel and cosmetic use
• People who want different pack sizes according to frequency of use

How to choose cotton ear buds?

If you need a smaller and practical pack, Lotos cotton ear buds 100/1 can be selected. This pack is suitable for a bag, travel or occasional use.

For regular home hygiene and everyday use, Lotos cotton ear buds 200/1 can be a good choice. They are practical for households and routine use.

For families and more frequent use, Lotos cotton ear buds 300/1 can be selected. A larger pack is practical when cotton buds are used for hygiene, cosmetics and various household needs.

How to use cotton ear buds properly?

Cotton ear buds should be used carefully and superficially. For ear hygiene, cleaning only the outer ear and folds around the auricle is recommended, without pushing the bud deep into the ear canal.

For cosmetic use, they can be used to precisely remove makeup traces, correct mascara, eyeliner or lipstick, as well as to apply small amounts of product to a specific area. After use, the cotton bud should be thrown away and not reused.

Cotton ear buds and safety

Earwax has a protective role in the ear. Too frequent and deep cleaning may disturb the natural protection, cause irritation or push earwax deeper toward the eardrum. That is why cotton buds are not intended for deep cleaning of the ear canal.

If you have a blocked ear feeling, pain, itching, ringing, ear discharge, reduced hearing or suspected earwax blockage, do not try to solve the problem with cotton buds. In these situations, a medical examination or pharmacist advice for a suitable product and next steps is recommended.

Pharmacist’s advice

Use cotton ear buds only for the outer ear and surface hygiene. Do not push them deep into the ear canal, as they may push earwax deeper, cause irritation or injury. If you have ear pain, discharge, unpleasant odor, ringing, reduced hearing, a blocked ear feeling or recurring symptoms, contact a doctor, ENT specialist or pharmacist for advice.

Ljubica Barbulović, Master of Pharmacy

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