Everything you need to know about reusable cotton buds

What is a reusable cotton swab?

Like many people, are you gradually moving towards zero waste? If you have already adopted Caliquo's eco-friendly rechargeable toothbrushes , now is the time to discover wooden ear cleaners . To stop using disposable plastic cotton buds, the alternative is the auriculi or the ecological ear cleaner (it's ugly, isn't it?) otherwise we can simply say reusable cotton bud even if there is no more cotton. In addition, the ban on the sale of single-use plastic cotton buds came into force at the beginning of 2020 following the decree in the Official Journal last December.

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What is the auriculi?

The auriculi is starting to establish itself on the market, but few people are really familiar with it yet. In fact, it is an ear curette that has been used for centuries in Asia, particularly in Japan and China, even before the appearance of cotton swabs. It is a bamboo rod with a curved end, and it allows you to deeply clean the ears by collecting earwax at the entrance to the ear canal. It protects the ear while preventing the formation of earwax plugs. The advantage of the auriculi is that it does not generate any waste, unlike traditional plastic cotton swabs with cotton tips. But also, it is suitable for everyone, even children. The oriculis is not only ecological, it is economical, because an auriculi can be used for life, twice a week. After use, simply pass it under water or clean it with a tissue or wipe.

The auriculi, a not-so-ecological accessory

The auriculi , this ear cleaner of about 10 cm, is made of bamboo, but this plant which grows naturally in Asian countries unfortunately does not grow in Europe. So, this hygiene accessory is not produced in France. To get here, it has to make a long journey, and that is not good for the environment. The carbon footprint is very real for its transport and let's not even talk about its manufacturing. For it to be ecological, its production must be fair, but it is possible to verify this thanks to the label. But still, it is better than traditional plastic cotton buds. Since cotton buds are now banned from sale, the auriculi is a good alternative for health and for the protection of the planet.

Why choose Caliquo reusable cotton swabs?

For a first step towards the eco-friendly concept, why not adopt Caliquo ear cleaners ? The unique feature of this brand is that all its products are Made in France. They don't have to travel a long way, generating a large carbon footprint, to arrive in your bathroom. Its zero-waste ear cleaner is made of beech wood, which is available in Europe. It deeply cleans earwax without damaging the eardrum. When you consider that 25 billion cotton swabs are thrown in the trash every year, the sustainable, French-made ear cleaner really makes a difference. For your information, the French brand Caliquo also produces eco-friendly toothbrushes with a recycled plastic handle and a rechargeable head. Whether it's ear cleaners or toothbrushes, Caliquo is gradually transforming everyday objects into eco-friendly and sustainable ones.

The oriculis

Certainly, you know ecological and eco-responsible toothbrushes made of recycled plastic like those of the Caliquo brand or in bamboo , but did you know that we can also clean our ears without endangering our environment? It's possible thanks to compostable earwax removers made with natural products like oriculis . Moreover, cotton buds have been banned throughout France since the beginning of 2020 given that they leave enormous waste and are dangerous for health.

What is the oriculis?

The oriculi was specially designed to significantly reduce waste in the bathroom and to allow everyone to save money. This tool originates from China and Japan. The oriculi is a small eco-friendly ear cleaner that includes a bamboo stem and bead, a small cardboard box for packaging, and a piece of fabric. In addition to being compostable, this natural cotton swab, approximately 10 cm long, is recyclable. The cardboard end is colored so everyone's ear cleaners don't get confused. In order to clean the ears properly, the end of the oriculis is curved like a shovel. To use it, simply insert it into the ear canal and gently scrape the walls at the entrance to the hole. Repeat this action several times to collect the earwax. When finished, all that remains is to clean the oriculis under water or with a tissue or wipe. It is used once or twice a week. It is an ecological ear cleaner that can be stored for life, and it perfectly replaces the traditional cotton buds that create tons of disposable plastic cotton swabs. Moreover, it is a very good tool for health since it prevents the formation of blockages. But the oriculis is not 100% eco-friendly in fact, it is made in China so it leaves a large carbon footprint on the planet during its transport. For a truly zero waste approach, wouldn't it be best to use a locally produced ear cleaner?

The reusable cotton swab from Caliquo

Caliquo is a French brand known for its recycled plastic or bioplastic toothbrushes with refillable heads. Its products are designed to be as eco-friendly as possible, and they are Made in France. Currently, the brand is going even further by offering European beech wood ear cleaners so that everyone can get started at a low price in the zero waste concept. These ecological and sustainable sticks are made of noble and resistant material, and they have a small spoon-shaped end which is the scraper. The Caliquo ear curette is to be inserted at the entrance of the ear canal then, it must be turned to collect the earwax. By opting for this French-made wooden product, you will no longer have to buy single-use cotton buds, and it is not only good for the environment but also for your wallet. You will be able to use it for months and months. In addition, it leaves no carbon footprint due to transport unlike ear cleaners oriculis coming from Asia.

The eco-friendly cotton swab

If, like many people, you want to do something good for your health and the environment, it's not too late to stop using plastic cotton buds that swell your household waste and pollute our planet. Currently, there are other more ecological alternatives, but just as effective. We are talking here about cotton-free wooden ear cleaners, also called eco-friendly cotton buds . It is a reusable and eco-friendly cotton bud, you just need to clean it with water. Different brands have started using it, such as Caliquo, the expert in eco-friendly and rechargeable toothbrushes.

The danger of non-reusable cotton swabs

Cotton buds are not biodegradable; they are real pollutants, just like plastic toothbrushes. They are used daily by a large number of people. In France, they represent 1.2 million tons of waste per year. In the majority of cases, these cotton buds are thrown down the toilet after use, and they end up in the oceans and rivers. This is unfortunately very sad for the fish that have to live with this plastic waste. Cotton buds, which are supposed to dislodge excess earwax from the ears, are also harmful to the eardrum, which is very fragile. Even though these cotton buds have been commonplace for years, health professionals constantly repeat that it is not useful to use them every day because they only push the earwax into the ear canal. The resulting blockages can cause infections, but let's not forget the trauma caused by cotton swab accidents. Given the dangers these plastic products pose to the planet and human health, France has banned their use since the beginning of 2020.

Reusable and eco-friendly cotton buds as a natural alternative

The oriculi is a 100% eco-friendly and sustainable Japanese ear cleaner. It is a wooden stick curved like a kind of small spoon. Generally, the oriculi is made of bamboo. In addition to being natural, it is economical and reusable for life. Due to its curved shape, it easily collects earwax from the auditory walls. It must be gently inserted into the ear canal and gently scraped along the wall. It does not push the earwax to the bottom, but collects it. However, the recommendation is the same as with cotton swabs, it should not be pushed too far into the ear to avoid damaging the eardrum. This cotton-free hearing hygiene accessory from Asia also cleans the ear canal better than traditional cotton swabs. In addition to being easy to use, the oriculi is fast and produces no waste. But unfortunately, the oriculi is not produced locally since it comes from Asia. For a truly ecological approach, there is another alternative: the 100% natural reusable cotton swab and Made in France by the Caliquo brand.

Caliquo is a French brand that produces eco-responsible everyday items.

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Caliquo is a French brand that produces eco-friendly and reusable everyday items. It is known for its recycled plastic toothbrushes or in bioplastic, they are equipped with a rechargeable head or even for its ear cleaners in European beech wood.