LastSwab Reusable Cotton Swabs for Gentle and Eco-Friendly Beauty Routines - The Sustainable Alternative to Single-Use Q Tips

This reusable "cotton swab" is a pretty nifty and eco-friendly alternative to traditional Q-tips, especially if you’re trying to reduce waste or in a bind while still satisfying that post-shower ear-cleaning urge (since even though it says not to use it on your ears, we all know that everyone is going to). It's overall pretty functional, and well priced, for a silicone-like solution. The included storage case is compact and convenient for travel, though I do wish it locked closed a bit more securely, but that's just a nitpick, not an overall concern. The swab itself feels sturdy and well-made, I even flexed it a little and pulled on the ends and they held up fine so far. The one I got came with two different ends, one that’s more pointed and one that’s rounded like a traditional Q-tip, which was a nice surprise since that wasn’t super clear from the images. The dimples on the swab do a decent job picking up wax and providing that light scratching sensation people tend to seek, though it’s not quite a full replacement for traditional swabs if that’s your everyday habit. Still, it cleans well under running water with soap, dries easily, and is soft enough to not feel uncomfortable in the ear. All in all, it’s a clever tool that’s especially useful for travel or to have on-hand in a bind between more thorough cleanings. Would definitely recommend if you know what you’re getting, and are aiming for an easy and space saving travel solution! Read more

I bought this in hopes that it would be more efficient with applying medicated oil in my ears. I was looking for something that would allow me to apply the oil just inside my ears without soaking up the oil. Enter this lil dude. I was looking at other brands, but settled on this one b/c of the textured swabs. This thing works better than I hoped and has the bonus of a storage case and easy cleaning. I'm thinking this will also work well for tidying up after applying nail polish outside the coloring lines. Read more

Bought this on a whim unsure if I’d elect for this to be the daily driver and replace single use swabs or use it while traveling. The nubby texture makes me feel like I’m scratching an itch that I can’t otherwise get to, and I enjoy it. The texture also makes it easier to clean, just rub the old wax off and sanitize. Now that I own one, I won’t be going back to single use cotton swabs for routine use. This is just better. I deducted a star for the feel, fit, and finish. While I haven’t broke or damaged it, the swab’s shaft has an overly 3D printed vibe, is flexible in a way that I feel is less durable (perhaps I’m wrong and this flexibility is intentional), and I cannot help but worry that I’m going to lose a tip down the sink drain while cleaning it. Moreover, I don’t believe the individual parts are sold for replacement, meaning you have to buy a new unit if you break it or lose a piece. They do sell a complete replacement swab assembly so you can reuse the case, but the SKU sold on Amazon has both the beauty and ear versions of the swab, which is useless and wasteful to those who ain’t purdy. Love the sustainable packaging and environmental mission. Will look into other products from Last Object in the future. Read more

I recently finished up my pack of q-tips and figured it was time to switch over to a resusable. I had been hearing about the LastSwab for years online, but hadn't had the opportunity to try it until now. The swab is easy to use and feel comfortable in my ears. They aren't as soft as cotton buds, but they don't feel abrasive. The ridges also clean earwax out more effectively, so it encourages me to be gentle when using them. I cleaned the tips with soap and water and just let it air dry in the case (open). The swab is smaller than a q-tip, but I don't mind that as it makes it easier to store. My only issue is that the stem feels a bit thin, but not enough to be a real concern. We're probably better of without that extra plastic anyways. Read more

Overall, I really like the idea, the reusable aspect of the swab, and the carrying case but I can't overlook at the less than optimal performance compared to a standard cotton swab. Whilst the little bumps and ridges do manage to a simply all right job at cleaning ears, they seriously lack absorbing capabilities. Ultimately, I will still continue to use this for quick semi-daily cleaning, but for heavier-duty jobs or for drying out my ears Lastswab just can't replace an old-fashioned cotton swab. Hopefully, the Lastswap team keep developing the idea, and we'll see more effective versions in the future. Read more

For those of you who wear ear buds all day, and keep your ears clean, this is the best itch satisfyer. It really is the best at tickling that itch and making it go away fast so you can continue listening to your earbuds. Read more

Some of y’all might be abusing this, because it is incredibly sturdy. I love the rubber material actually cleans my ears so much better. I don’t stick it fully into my ear, but all the crevices on my outer ear are cleaned so much better and I can just wash it and use it again. Read more

The blue color isn't as vibrant as the photo - it's a more muted blue. Read more