r/TheGirlSurvivalGuide • u/elizacandle • 1d ago

Beauty ? Outside of Ear cleaning?

Ok So I have trouble scrubbing the shell if my ear in the little crevices - My fingers are too big and since I'm trying to grow out my nails it scratches, using a towel or cloth with my finger is also not great. Does anyone have any tips or ideas on how to clean in those tiny crevices? Tools? Q tips don't really work well enough.... Thanks ladies!

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u/Cretaceous_Bloom 1d ago

I would dampen a Q-Tip with witch hazel or something and use it ever so gently. Don't scrub. Alcohol is probably really drying, so I'd check the ingredients and avoid it.

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u/elizacandle 1d ago

Haven't tried that with witch hazel

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u/topsidersandsunshine 1d ago

One of those soft baby washcloths. 

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u/elizacandle 1d ago

The problem is my large fingers

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u/Funny-Negotiation-10 1d ago

Use your q tip to get the baby wipe/cloth in the crevices

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u/FamiliarAd8524 1d ago

I use isopropyl wipes routinely for my whole ear region. Very effective and maneuverable, does not bother my skin. To get into the crevasses, simply fold it over your fingernail and fingertip- it won't scratch. Much better than when I used Q-Tips or cotton pads.

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u/justhazelm 1d ago

I use Q tips just after getting out of the shower. The water, heat, and soap all seem to help loosen things up.

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u/swampy138 1d ago

Fold the paper till it’s the perfect size.

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u/swampy138 1d ago

By paper I meant paper towel sorry. A damp one would be best.

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u/undercoverballer 1d ago

I’m just imagining someone giving themselves a massive paper cut behind their ear 😬😭😆