If you have a sinus infection, it’s important to clean your sinus rinse bottle in the same way as you would any other item. Here are some tips to help you clean your sinus rinse bottle without using a microwave:

  1. Pour a pot of water onto the bottom of the bottle and place it on the counter.
  2. Place the washcloth or paper towel over the top of the pot of water and wait until it starts to boil.
  3. Pour enough water into the pot so that it covers the washcloth or paper towel, and let it boil for about 2 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and place on a cold surface such as a countertop or sink to cool for about 10 minutes.
  5. Carefully pour out all of the water from the bottle, leaving just enough left in each corner to cover the washcloth or paper towel completely.
  6. Place back on heat and let it boil for another minute or two until all of the liquid has been removed from both sides of the washcloth or paper towel (if using an electronic device, turn off after 2 minutes).