LastSwab® Reusable Buds Swabs for Ear Cleaning - The Sustainable and Sanitary Alternative to Single-Use Q Tips - Zero Waste and Easy to Clean - Comes with a Convenient Travel Case Holder

I'm more than likely to discontinue using regular qtips, as this is a good environmentally conscious alternative. The bumps are soft and easy to clean. Would have preferred a tiny bit smaller, but it's not hurting or causing any discomfort whatsoever. Fingers crossed i won't loose it and will actually be a product that saves the planet from excess waste and saves me a couple of pounds over the years.

So, like a lot of people, I saw this and wondered how that could be hygienic. But, you know, I love my reusable cotton pads for cleaning my face and I get a bit extra happy know I'm not helping fill a landfill. So, you know, I thought it was worth a try.It is better than the cotton swabs. Now, I know people say not to put them in your ears because it can damage them, but a lot of people ignore that and I am one. This review is based on putting it in your ear.So, the first thing I'll mention is the bud area. It has little bumps on it that help get more wax than the cotton ones.My ears have been less itchy since using this, and I believe that that is down to the material of the buds as regular ones tend to dry my ear out, which doesn't happen with this.I can apply just a liiiittle too mulch pressure to the earbud trying to make sure I can reach the top of the ear canal too. The stick on this is flexible enough that I have not yet managed to create the curve in it that usually ensues when using a regular swab like this.And it is SO easy to clean. Just run the buds under hot water and you can see the wax disappear and not stick. I then take a pinch of soap and rub it over just to make extra sure. Then a rinse and you're done.The protective case is also really good. It has a mini mount to put it on inside for it, and the case has a swivel lid so you'll never lose it. If you drop to knock it over, the bud doesn't call out, unlike a box of the cotton ones. And we all know that most of us will pick them off the floor and shove them back in the box (As long as it's relatively clean) and then probably use them later. So again, more hygienic depending on your habits.Anyway, I do really recommend this. I feel like I can use it for years if I treat it right, you create less waste, you get a little pride in such a tin, simple thing. Until it becomes commonplace like it should.

I bought this because I frequently use cotton ear buds and although I transitioned to eco-friendly ones I felt that this would be a great option to replace those ones with. Overall I think it is a great idea however I don't think it cleans my ears quite as well as the cotton swabs do. I find it a little uncomfortable and it feels rough in my ear but I haven't had any other issues with it.I like the case as it keeps it secure and reletively protected during storage. I would recommend this to other shoppers as I think it really is a great idea and I would love to see them improve the design further with a potentially softer tip.My only concern about these type of products is just how recyclable are they once they have been used. I would love to see companies like this offer a replacement program whereby they recycle the old ones in an environmentally friendly way and you are able to get a new one at some cost.I would suggest washing before and after each use to ensure that you aren't transferring harmful bacteria into such a sensitive area.

The product was a great product but after 11 months it has snapped in half so no longer useable. Really disappointing as now having to buy another one! Has not been used overly much either!

It’s a great product from a lovely company who are changing our rubbish output one person at the time.I do find that I need to wrap a tissue around the bud to dry my ears because they don’t absorb. They are super for cleaning however.I do recommend this, just be aware that getting water out is a little tricky-er but it’s a small thing compared to ditching all these old fashioned cotton buds, many with plastic, into landfill and eventually the sea or wherever.

This is a very handy swab set if going away from home, they are comfortable to use too

Took a few weeks after purchase to pluck up the courage to use these, after reading reviews and seeing the nobbly bits ‘in the flesh’, thinking they’d be uncomfortable. After having a few goes, figuring how to work them best to suit my ears and how best to clean the buds, I’m not looking back - I’ll never use a disposable cotton buds again. What works for me with these is rotating motion on the way in and out of the ear, not toooo far, loads can be picked up. I don’t find them uncomfortable. All ears are different I’m sure. I’ll wipe the bud after each in/out with a bit of loo roll/tissue (rather than washing as I find this is more effective for removing the wax). I’ve been using these buds for about a year and a half now at time of review.

Considered buying this from the sustainability metrics involved but I am not sure about the silicone quality. The silicone does not grip to earwax the same way cotton would. I’m not sure how this can be the long term solution to earbuds I was hoping it would of. If sustainability is higher than the comfort im not sure how the market could adapt in this current climate. the Case broke after dropping once 6 months ago. The earbud has since snapped too. Have made this review to warn and educate otherwise before making a purchase of this product. Reusable where? Great delivery packaging and prompt delivery otherwise.My earbud has actually snapped after one year of use. This is not the last SWAB, its the last FAD.