You could try a very light H2O2 solution, too.

I also replace mine every 2-ish years, because all of the above is still window dressing.

I think they have pills for when your hose turns black, Aya. Oops, probably not for females :-)

Chip - Black or no, I think we'd have a less enjoyable experience replaceing ours every two years than them!

If you buy a new one or get the funk out of the one you have, then store it in the freezer between uses. It will help prolong the inevitable by quite a bit.

If you buy a new one or get the funk out of the one you have, then store it in the freezer between uses. It will help prolong the inevitable by quite a bit.

Or wait until another similar trouble-free product is on the market.