{"id":394954,"date":"2022-01-16T22:44:18","date_gmt":"2022-01-16T19:44:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/your-earbuds-are-gross-heres-how-to-clean-them-the-right-way\/"},"modified":"2022-01-16T22:44:18","modified_gmt":"2022-01-16T19:44:18","slug":"your-earbuds-are-gross-heres-how-to-clean-them-the-right-way","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/your-earbuds-are-gross-heres-how-to-clean-them-the-right-way\/","title":{"rendered":"#Your earbuds are gross \u2014 here\u2019s how to clean them the right way"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a40954f9a453\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a40954f9a453\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/your-earbuds-are-gross-heres-how-to-clean-them-the-right-way\/#Wiping_away_the_crud\" >Wiping away the crud\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/your-earbuds-are-gross-heres-how-to-clean-them-the-right-way\/#Heres_what_you_need_to_avoid\" >Here\u2019s what you need to avoid\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>&#8220;<strong>#Your earbuds are gross \u2014 here\u2019s how to clean them the right way<\/strong>&#8221;<\/p>\n<div>\n<aside class=\"single__inline-module alignleft\">\n<\/aside>\n<p>It\u2019s a bit stomach-turning when you think about the germs, viruses, grime, and other crud covering our devices.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Dust can do a surprising amount of damage to your TV. Particles find their way into every crack and crevice and stay there unless you do something about it.<\/p>\n<p>Your TV is probably clear of nasty germs, but your phone is another story. Think about everything you touch in a day and all the times you grab your phone.<\/p>\n<p>And then there are your earbuds. Unless you clean them regularly, crud builds up in a way that would be embarrassing if anyone else saw it. Here\u2019s how to get rid of it.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wiping_away_the_crud\"><\/span>Wiping away the crud\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Compared to other gadgets, earbuds rack up an extraordinary amount of nastiness. They collect dirt and skin particles, earwax, grease, and sweat. They\u2019re like portable Petri dishes for our biological debris. Yuck.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Luckily, it\u2019s not hard to wipe it all away. First, grab a microfiber cloth. I like this 6-pack from\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3lVZnt7\"><u>EliteTechGear<\/u><\/a>, which you can get for less than $10.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/01\/cloths-clean-pods.jpg?quality=90&amp;strip=all&amp;w=1024\" alt=\"EliteTechGear microfiber cloths can be used to clean earbuds.\" class=\"wp-image-20854523\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/01\/cloths-clean-pods.jpg?quality=90&amp;strip=all&amp;w=1535 1536w, https:\/\/nypost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/01\/cloths-clean-pods.jpg?quality=90&amp;strip=all 1024w, https:\/\/nypost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/01\/cloths-clean-pods.jpg?quality=90&amp;strip=all&amp;w=512 512w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><figcaption>EliteTechGear microfiber cloths can be used to clean earbuds.<\/figcaption><figcaption><span class=\"credit\">EliteTechGear\/Amazon.com<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Lightly dampen it and wipe down the cord and body of each earbud. You can use these steps for your earbuds\u2019 charging case, too, but avoid anything wet on the speaker area of your headphones.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>If you prefer cleaning wipes as I do, grab a big affordable pack, so you never run out. I always order\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3fR70gu\"><u>Care Touch\u2019s box of 210 wipes<\/u><\/a>. Again, avoid the speaker.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/01\/care-touch-cloths-clean-pods.jpg?quality=90&amp;strip=all&amp;w=1024\" alt=\"Cleaning wipes are another option for earbuds, but be sure to avoid the speaker.\" class=\"wp-image-20854524\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/01\/care-touch-cloths-clean-pods.jpg?quality=90&amp;strip=all&amp;w=1535 1536w, https:\/\/nypost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/01\/care-touch-cloths-clean-pods.jpg?quality=90&amp;strip=all 1024w, https:\/\/nypost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/01\/care-touch-cloths-clean-pods.jpg?quality=90&amp;strip=all&amp;w=512 512w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><figcaption>Cleaning wipes are another option for earbuds, but be sure to avoid the speaker.<\/figcaption><figcaption><span class=\"credit\">Care Touch\/Walmart<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Pro tip: If you have white corded headphones covered in dirt and scuffs, use a pencil eraser to buff the dark streaks away.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>When cleaning your earbud speakers, you need to be careful. Sharp objects like toothpicks or safety pins can do severe damage. A plastic tool, like a flosser, is a safer option for scraping earwax or other buildups from around the edge. Once you\u2019re done, use a dry cloth to wipe away the junk gently.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>One viral TikTok trick recommends\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3fR5WZY\"><u>Blu Tack<\/u><\/a>, the reusable adhesive putty used to hang up posters, as a safer option. Sculpt it into a ball and press it into your earbud speakers. When you pull it away, it should have picked up all the junk inside your buds. \u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heres_what_you_need_to_avoid\"><\/span>Here\u2019s what you need to avoid\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Whatever you do, don\u2019t run water over your earbuds. Sure, you can use a slightly damp cloth or cleansing wipe \u2014 but make sure you soak up that moisture with a dry, soft, and lint-free cloth when you\u2019re done.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Avoid metal or wire brushes. You\u2019ll also want to skip chemical detergents. Plain water should be more than enough for the cord and body of your headphones or earbuds.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/01\/earphones-02.jpg?quality=90&amp;strip=all&amp;w=1024\" alt=\"Make sure to not damage the earbuds with sharp objects like tooth picks.\" class=\"wp-image-20854529\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/01\/earphones-02.jpg?quality=90&amp;strip=all&amp;w=1535 1536w, https:\/\/nypost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/01\/earphones-02.jpg?quality=90&amp;strip=all 1024w, https:\/\/nypost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/01\/earphones-02.jpg?quality=90&amp;strip=all&amp;w=512 512w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><figcaption>Make sure to not damage the earbuds with sharp objects like tooth picks.<\/figcaption><figcaption><span class=\"credit\">Getty Images\/iStockphoto<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Of course, make sure to be super careful when you wipe \u2014 no rough tugging or harsh pulling over the mesh speakers. Avoid any cleaners here.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>And once you\u2019re done, be sure to dry your earbuds with a clean, soft cloth. Don\u2019t charge them until you\u2019re 100% sure they are moisture-free.\u00a0\n                        <\/p><\/div>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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