This Is The Gross Earbud Habit We're All Guilty Of

#1 Sharing earbuds is a HUGE mistake..

Earplugs can make you more comfortable as you enjoy swimming or get a good night's rest. But, they work best when they are washed regularly. Clean earplugs protect the health of your ears.

#2 Sometime you need to borrow earbuds because how else are you gonna make it through the day?

#3 you can’t live without Earbuds, right?

Earbuds make it possible to listen to your favorite music.. They make public transportation and the gym much more bearable.

#4 But sharing earbud are not just dangerous, they're downright nasty.

#5 It has its own bacteria and fungi that live there. They are happy where they are, and they are (usually) balanced.

#6 When you share earbuds, you introduce new micro-organisms.

#7 Earbuds trap heat and moisture in your ear

...making it the perfect place for all of that bacteria to grow.

#8 Bad earbud hygiene can increase your risk of ear infections, ear fungus, pimples or boils, and more.

#9 Earbuds also contribute to bacterial growth because they block off a part of the ear that’s normally open to air.

#10 Wearing earbuds while you’re hot and sweaty at the gym definitely doesn’t help either.

#11 Disinfect your earbuds regularly..

When you disinfect, make sure to clean any waxy residue off first, then wipe down the earbuds with a cotton ball dampened with disinfecting spray or rubbing alcohol..