This Kickstarter-Funded Cotton Swab is Helping to Reduce Waste

No More Single-Use Swabs

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You probably don't think about the Q-tips you're tossing in the trash after every casual use. But every year, trillions of single-use plastic products like Q-tips are consumed and thrown away, often ending up in the oceans or on beaches. There's an easy step you can take to reduce this aspect of your carbon footprint, and it's not letting your ears get dirty.

LastSwab is an eco-friendly alternative to your everyday Q-tip. LastSwab raised more than $750,000 on Kickstarter and has received glowing reviews from outlets like BuzzFeed and GadgetFlow because it truly offers an innovative solution to a significant problem.

LastSwab is made from TPE and is easily clean by hand using soap and water, making it completely reusable. It's designed to replace more than 1,000 single-use cotton swabs, allowing you to transform your routine while reducing waste. The soft tip is comfortable to use in your ears or on other sensitive body parts and the bio-based carrying case keeps it safely stored away until you're ready to use it again.

LastSwab comes in both Basic and Beauty varieties. Right now, you can get a 3-pack of Basic swabs for 30% off $40 at just $27.99, or a 3-pack of Beauty swabs for the same price. Alternatively, you can get a 6-pack of Basic or Beauty swabs for 35% off $70 at just $44.99.