Your earbuds work hard. They accompany you through workouts, commutes, calls, and countless hours of music listening. All that use means they're constantly exposed to moisture, skin oils, and the natural wax your ears produce for protection.

Most people never think about earbud hygiene until they notice muffled sound quality or feel uncomfortable wearing them. By then, months of buildup have already taken their toll, with the accumulated debris affecting audio performance.

Regular cleaning isn't complicated, but doing it wrong can damage expensive earbuds or push debris deeper into sensitive components. The key is knowing which tools are safe to use and which areas require extra care to avoid costly mistakes.

Here's how to clean your earbuds safely.

What you'll need • A microfiber cl

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