Q-Twists earwax removal device any good or a scam even?

KatherinaKates

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jmv123

Here are my suspicions of the product: I believe the backstory is false advertising. I cannot find any verification that a Dr. James Ziegler or Dr Arthur Wallis created this product. As many folks have already noted, Doctors do not recommend sticking anything in your ears, generally speaking. I thought I would try it out on a whim, but I regret doing so.

First clue - the product does not say 'Q-Twists' on the side; it very likely faced a legal challenge when adding Q-to the start of the product name, or they knew they would. Mine simply said "FindBack" (immediate regret), with the brand name "QLLIPIN". Searching that 'brand name' reveals all manner of variety show crap, from hair removers to juicers.

Based on the design, you might have the expectation that this device would be different, and that it would feel 'naturally' like it was 'made to fit' your ear perfectly. Surprise! Having tried the device, it does not feel any more natural than using a Q-Tip, which is typically not recommended either. Turning the device in your ear was actually unpleasant, as the plastic molding around the edge was not smooth, and the molding lines seemed to dig into the skin of the outer ear. It produced very lackluster results.

I would say the product is based completely on false advertising and impulse buys, and I recommend avoiding it at all costs.

Sebo027

jmv123 said:

Here are my suspicions of the product: I believe the backstory is false advertising. I cannot find any verification that a Dr. James Ziegler or Dr Arthur Wallis created this product. As many folks have already noted, Doctors do not recommend sticking anything in your ears, generally speaking. I thought I would try it out on a whim, but I regret doing so.

First clue - the product does not say 'Q-Twists' on the side; it very likely faced a legal challenge when adding Q-to the start of the product name, or they knew they would. Mine simply said "FindBack" (immediate regret), with the brand name "QLLIPIN". Searching that 'brand name' reveals all manner of variety show crap, from hair removers to juicers.

Based on the design, you might have the expectation that this device would be different, and that it would feel 'naturally' like it was 'made to fit' your ear perfectly. Surprise! Having tried the device, it does not feel any more natural than using a Q-Tip, which is typically not recommended either. Turning the device in your ear was actually unpleasant, as the plastic molding around the edge was not smooth, and the molding lines seemed to dig into the skin of the outer ear. It produced very lackluster results.

I would say the product is based completely on false advertising and impulse buys, and I recommend avoiding it at all costs.

Thanks for this, my mother was pestering me to buy this for her. When she said it was an advert she "saw on FaceBook" alarm bells starting ringing. 

MiserlyMartin

Here's another similar product with mixed reviews https://www.amazon.co.uk/Remover-Replacement-Silicone-Washable-Professional/dp/B07Z8RGJ6L/

It's about time we got back to normal. GP's not doing ear syringing still even though covid19 deaths are very few. It's now over. This has become an excuse now to cut and not provide services - from GP's, cancer screening, routine ops, and Dental care, even things like getting a phoneline in or customer services all warn of big queues. It's pathetic, blame Covid19 for everything, the ultimate get out clause.

Leonie_Walsh

I am ashamed to admit I fell for the YouTube ad and bought Q-twists from the q-twists website with lots of 5 star reviews. Can’t explain why I was so foolish - obviously they caught me at a weak moment of binge watching you tube. Many weeks later a very poorly made “safe swab” product arrived - simply a handle, a safe swab leaflet, and a handful of disposable heads in a small plastic bag - no case and very shoddy appearance. None of this would matter if the product worked but of course it doesn’t work at all (you’d have more success with some overcooked spiral pasta). The  company doesn’t accept return of medical products. I have put it in the bin and am just posting this to warn others - save your time and money. I’ve since seen the same product advertised for a 10th of what I paid and it is still not worth one cent. Follow the advice of your real Dr - not you tube ads.

dva99999

Just came across this and thought I’d offer some advice which I’ve received from 3 separate sources, 2 GP’s and an ENT consultant. All have said warm olive oil using a dropper, lie on your opposite side and allow the oil to work in for up to 10 minutes. Then wipe out and repeat. Do this a few times a week. This will loosen hard wax if done regularly from the outer ear canal. If that doesn’t work then the problem is more serious and an ENT specialist is needed. I know this because I had a problem with my left ear which after doing the above (on advice) turned out to be a problem with my Eustachian tube and not the outer ear canal.