DIY Ear Syringes

Since using cotton swabs or cotton buds can actually injure the ear, you should clean your ear using other methods. However, a visit to the doctor is not needed, you can easily clean them on your own with products such as ear syringes, ear candles or solutions. There are also DIY preventative methods for ear infections such as swimmers ear.

• Ear syringes can be purchased at any neighborhood drugstore or in some super markets. An over the counter ear cleaning solution or warm water can be used to flush out the ear, removing the waxy build up.


• Ear candles are easily found in natural food stores. These are placed into the ear when the head is turned or the person in lying down. The top of the candle is lit and allowed to burn about half way. Ear candles are hollow allowing the smoke and warmth to loosen and draw out ear wax. Though they are safe, you should have someone else around when using an ear candle because it does involve a live flame.


• Ear cleaning solution can be purchased over the counter at any drug store. Follow the directions on the bottle to properly flush the ear out.


• Hydrogen peroxide mixed with equal parts water can be used to gently flush the ear canal, breaking up any build up within the ear.


• Salt water can also be used to flush out the ear and clean the canal of wax.


• Prevent swimmers ear after swimming and diving by making your own ear drops. Use one ounce of vinegar for every ounce of rubbing alcohol. Simple drop a few drops into each ear after swimming. There are also solutions to be purchased for this as well.