Oriculi: what is it and how do I use it?

Cotton buds ... such small objects and yet they are the source of a lot of pollution, especially on beaches and in the oceans.

The oriculi, a term registered by the Lamazuna brand, is an alternative to plastic cotton buds.

In this article we will look at why you should find alternatives to cotton buds, an explanation of the oriculi and its use and some other examples of alternatives to cotton buds.

Why find alternatives to cotton buds ?

Cotton buds are in the top 10 of the most common waste products in the ocean. It regularly ends up in the stomachs of marine animals. Currently, there are an estimated 8 million tons of plastic in the oceans, some of which are cotton buds.

Many people still have the bad habit of flushing cotton buds down the toilet. This really has to be avoided !

In any case, the best waste is the one we do not produce. So, replacing cotton buds with a reusable ecological alternative is a must to deal with pollution.

What is an oriculi and how to use it ?

The oriculi is a reusable ear pick. Lamazuna has designed an ear pick that is made from French wood, zero waste, reusable, 100% natural and durable over time.

It is used like a spoon to remove earwax at the entrance to the ear canal. Be careful, just like cotton buds, not to go too far.

Another alternative is simply not to use a cotton bud and use a jet of water in the shower to clean your ear. ENT specialists believe that this is more than enough.

To conclude...

I hope this article has been helpful and that you will stop using single-use cotton buds.

Don't hesitate to read our other articles on how to have a zero waste bathroom.