How To Clean Moldable Silicone Ear Plugs

Silicone earplugs are reusable but make sure to wash them frequently.

How to clean moldable silicone ear plugs. If needed wash ear plugs in warm soapy water with a soft brush or towel. Pour out some hydrogen peroxide in a bowl submerge the ear plugs in that an let them soak overnight. Wipe the area with a soft towel to help remove any residue that may have formed from the cleaning products.

Shape whole plug into a ball. They are simple to insert and they will last for many years--at least 2-5 years or more with regular cleaning and proper care. Use a soft tooth brush to gently scrub the hard to reach areas.

Moldable silicone earplugs are designed to stick to the surface of a clean dry ear. Before removing pull the outside edge of the plug and pull it toward the ground or the back of your ear. Wearing rubber gloves scrub the clear silicone with a plastic scrub brush.

The above custom molded earplug was photographed minutes after it was taken out of the users ear. You can then pull the plug out of your ear canal. With the standard grade NRR 32dB which is suitable for both sleeping and swimming.

Take them out the next day an rinse in hot water. The results nice clean ear plugs. No matter if you use foam earplugs custom molded or pre-molded ear plugs these guidelines can help you understand the dos and donts of earplug use.

Shape whole plug into a ball. This will cause a whitening of the yellowed silicone and will kill any mold or mildew that may have formed. Put the plugs loosely in the ear.