Ever run out of nose wax sticks and think, “I could just make my own?”
No? Well, I did.
I wasn’t about to let my nose hair win this battle. I’m not even sure where ideas like this come from—but here we are.
Step 1: Measure Those Nostrils
Before you fire up your 3D printer and start cranking out custom nose wax sticks, there’s one very important step: measuring the diameter of your nostrils.
Yes, really. Precision matters—it’s for science. And let me tell you, when your significant other breaks out the digital caliper to measure your nose, you start to question some life choices.
Step 2: Designing the Stick
I went with a simple, one-piece design:
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Rounded tip for comfort (we’re not animals).
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Small handle for grip.
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Just enough length to make you rethink every decision that brought you here.
Step 3: Choosing the Right Material
For this masterpiece, I printed in PETG, and here’s why:
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Tough and flexible: It won’t break mid-pull.
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Heat-resistant: It won’t warp when it hits warm wax.
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More hygienic: Easier to clean for one-time use.
That’s a sentence I never thought I’d write—but here we are.
PLA might seem like the obvious choice, but it’s too brittle. You might end up with half a stick stuck up your nose. ABS is strong, sure, but it gives off fumes that will make your eyes water before you even start.
PETG hits the sweet spot for safety, strength, and a bit of dignity.
Step 4: Printing and Testing
The print took about 50 minutes and used roughly 5 grams of filament for two nose wax sticks.
So if you’ve ever needed to justify owning a $1,000 printer—this is it. NASA engineers never dreamed of innovation at this level.
Step 5: Safety First (Seriously)
Before sticking anything up your nose, let’s talk safety:
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Wash the sticks with isopropyl alcohol.
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Use PETG from a trusted brand.
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Keep your wax around 50–60°C (122–140°F).
Any hotter and you risk softening the stick—and giving your nose a surprise it definitely didn’t sign up for.
If it all goes wrong, just tell everyone you did it for science.
Step 6: The Results
After all that… success!
It held up, didn’t snap, and worked exactly as intended. Gross? Absolutely. Functional? You bet.
We ran several test prints, tweaking the design until it came out perfect. And in the end, it actually worked—another weird, yet functional, 3D-printed part to add to the collection.
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⚠️ Disclaimer:
This video/article is intended for entertainment and educational purposes only. The 3D-printed PETG nose-wax stick featured here is not a medical, cosmetic, or commercial product, and any attempt to replicate or use this design is at your own risk.
While PETG is considered one of the safer 3D-printing materials for brief external skin contact, it is not certified for medical or cosmetic use. Always ensure wax temperature remains below 140°F (60°C), clean prints with isopropyl alcohol, and never reuse printed tools.
Maker Build It and Bryan DeLuca accept no responsibility for injury, burns, or any damages resulting from the use or misuse of this information.
In short — be smart, be safe, and don’t stick random 3D prints up your nose. 😅