STEP 1: Rinse out the neti pot.
Rinsing removes any dust which may have settled on it.

STEP 2: Fill the resevoir with warm water.
Water should be comfortable to the touch: not too hot, not too cold. Distilled, filtered, spring or tap water is acceptable. Although it is usually not necessary, if you should choose to boil the water, be sure you wait for the water to cool to a comfortable temperature before use.

STEP 3: Dissolve a level 1/4 teaspoon of table salt into the water.
It is necessary to accurately measure the salt and be sure it is fully dissolved. Too little or too much salt may cause discomfort as the saline solution will then not be the same salinity as your body tissue.

STEP 4: Lean over the sink from the waist and tilt your head to one side.
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STEP 5: Place the tip of the spout against the upturned nostril. Tip the neti pot to allow the saline solution to flow naturally and gently into the nostril, across the nasal cavity and out the other nostril. Do not inhale, gravity will cause the water to flow properly.
The Narial Nasal Cup® brand neti pot is designed to properly regulate the flow of the saline solution to be comfortable and effective. Inhaling interrupts the flow and may cause unnecessary discomfort.

STEP 6: Blow your nose without closing off one nostril. It takes practice, but you can do it!
If one nostril is closed, forceful blowing may injure the inner ear. Always blow gently.

STEP 7: Repeat steps 2-6 on the other side.

STEP 8: Rinse the neti pot thoroughly.

We recommend that you keep a container of salt and the included 1/4 teaspoon measuring spoon with your neti pot in the bathroom to encourage daily use.