Is it a bad idea to apply some sort of sticky substance to silicon ear tip?

Submitted by BipoNN t3_z5gdyp in headphones

I recently purchased the set of TWS earbuds (JBL Tune 130NC). I have experimented with different sized tips and combinations, I am able to get a good fit if I stretch my ear and insert the devices with my current combination of the tips. Can I apply some sort of sticky glue-like material to the tips to increase friction and reduce the chance they fall out? Or is this a bad idea in case it causes an ear infection, dirty ear canals, etc…?

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sorbuss t1_ixvxs71 wrote

Yeah its a bad idea

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notmac_ t1_ixvzril wrote

dont put weird sticky stuff in your ears

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TheRadiantSoap t1_ixwe0u9 wrote

Have you tried bi flanged? My ear canals are too wide for most large tips, but bi flanged fits like a dream

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nanomerce t1_ixxaj7m wrote

you can try something that forms to your ears like foam tips, just make sure to use em properly and replace them semi regularly. if you have budget to spare, I've also had good experiences with flexible tips like azla xelastecs or softear liquid silicon tips.

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No-Context5479 t1_ixxjiyd wrote

You can get extra sticky eartips like the AZLA SednaEarfitLight

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fedder17 t1_ixxjnoc wrote

They shouldnt fall out if you have a good fit. You already stretch your ear so youre already doing it better than most people IMO. Ive seen some people at work lick there earplugs before stuffing them deep into the ear which is absolutly gross but go ahead and try that since its free if you want.

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