Step by step guide on how to disinfect your earrings

If there is an accessory that people tend to overlook or even forget when cleaning is the earrings.

When you don't clean your earrings, you risk getting your ears infected and smelling bad.

Disinfecting earrings on a budget can be done using simple household items.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do so

Gather the materials needed

You will need rubbing alcohol or hydrogen peroxide

A small bowl or cup

Cotton balls or pads

A clean towel

These items are usually inexpensive and readily available at most drugstores or supermarkets

Remove earrings

Carefully take off your earrings and make sure not to lose them

Prepare the disinfectant solution

Pour a small amount of rubbing alcohol or hydrogen peroxide into a bowl or cup.

You don’t need a lot just enough to submerge the earrings

Soak the earrings

Place the earrings into a bowl or cup containing the disinfectant solution. Ensure they are fully submerged.

Let them soak for about 5-10 minutes to effectively kill any bacteria or germs

If your earrings have visible dirt or debris, you can gently scrub them with a soft toothbrush or cloth while they are submerged in the solution.

Rinse

After soaking them, remove the earrings from the disinfectant solution.

Rinse them thoroughly under warm running water to remove any remaining alcohol or peroxide.

Dry

Pat the earrings dry with a clean towel. Make sure they are completely dry before storing or wearing them again to prevent irritation.

Disinfect earring posts

If your earrings have posts, use a cotton ball or pad soaked in rubbing alcohol to wipe down the posts

Store properly

Once dry, store your earrings in a clean and dry container or a jewellery box to prevent them from getting contaminated again

Repeat this procedure regularly. It is good to disinfect your earrings regularly, especially if you wear them frequently.

Depending on the usage you may want to disinfect them weekly or monthly.