Question 1

Can you re-use them a few imes?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but you need to pay attention to build up of dirt and bacteria from your ears. If you use  them for too long without cleaning, you can get an ear infection. I prolong the life of each pair by wiping them down with organic neem oil mixed with a little coconut oil every week. This kills the germs and prevents ear infection.  I then use them until they gradually become so compacted they're too small and I throw them out and start with a fresh pair. It's been working great and I am saving some money along the way!

Question 2

Do these block out snoring ?

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Yes!  That is what I got them for, my husband snores very loud.  Occasionally he still wakes me, but overall these are the best earplugs and most comfortable I have found, and the only thing that has worked.

Question 3

What kind of wax?

Accepted Answer

The product details say mixure of natural waxes. What that means exactly is not very clear. I have used these every night for many years. They do not have any smell, or residue, the can be slichly sticky when they are very warm. I remove the cotton wrapping when I start a new pair,  but  because i only use them to sleep, i can use the same pair for about 2 weeks.  I warm them in a closed hand for a minute or two, to soften before shaping them into a "puck" shape, and pressing in my ear.

Question 4

Are these truly biodegradable (only cotton and wax)?

Accepted Answer

As I am only a user, I cannot dispute what the manufacturer lists as ingredients. As far as I can tell, they are wax spheres wrapped in a layer of cotton that keeps them from sticking together that is peeled off before use. I find they cancel noise well and are not irritating for my ears and I wear them nights for some time before going on to the next pair. I have used them for about 15 years now.

ASIN	B0070X1TM8
ASIN	B0070X1TM8
Best Sellers Rank	#112,293 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #432 in Earplugs
Brand Name	Quies
Color	White
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (2,801)
Date First Available	May 24, 2012
Item Form	Pair
Item Weight	45 g
Item model number	3435170100248
Manufacturer	Quies
Manufacturer	Quies
Manufacturer Part Number	7476119
Material Type	Cotton
Model Name	qui-wax-8
Model Number	3435170100248
Net Content Count	24 count
Noise Attenuation	27 db
Noise Reduction Rating	27 db
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	12
Package Dimensions	5.63 x 4.53 x 0.75 inches; 1.59 ounces
Package Size Name	12 Pack
Product Style	Uncorded
Recommended Uses For Product	Noise Protection
Reusability	Disposable
Single Number Rating	27 db
Size	24 count (Pack of 1)
UPC	754465152612 798627693681 783318707716 772195433290 799891620915
Unit Count	12 Count

Quies Wax Ear Plugs - 12 pairs

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