Remove grime buildup and restore sound quality using simple tools and techniques that won't harm your earbuds.

It's common nowadays to wear something in or over your ears to listen to music, a podcast or talk on the phone. Some people ...

Whether your music doesn’t sound quite as loud, or you’re noticing excess wax on your earbuds, it might be time to clean your ears. But if you’re wondering how to clean your ears the correct way — and ...

Advice from an ear, nose and throat specialist on how to clean your ears at home, what tools to use and what to watch out for. Jesse Orrall (he/him/his) is a Senior Video Producer for CNET. He covers ...

Hearing health isn't just about keeping the volume down - regularly cleaning your headphones and earbuds is just as important.

Earbuds accumulate dirt and bacteria from daily use, impacting sound quality and hygiene. Regular cleaning is essential for ...

Wipe with a damp washcloth: This is the safest and best method of all. You can't really get inside your ear canal with your finger, and gently rubbing around the outside of it with a damp cloth is ...

Putting a cotton swab in your ear is a terrible way to clean it, since the swab may remove a little bit of earwax but tends to shove the rest in deeper. But if you’ve a developed a q-tip habit, it can ...