7 Effective Home Remedies To Clean Ear At Home

By Yashika Goel
20 Feb 2025, 13:00 IST

Are your ears blocked? Excess wax buildup can cause itching and irritation. It can make hearing difficult and can also cause bacterial infections. Tap to read the effective home remedies to clean the ear at home.

Warm coconut oil

Heat coconut oil at a lukewarm temperature and put a few drops into the canal using a dropper. This will soften the ear wax.

Baking soda and warm water

Mix half a teaspoon of baking soda with one-fourth cup of warm water. Put it on each side of the ear and rinse with lukewarm water after one hour.

Garlic oil

Combine a few drops of garlic oil with a few drops of olive oil. Put a few drops on each side of the ear and gently massage it near your ears.

Hydrogen peroxide

Mix a few drops of hydrogen peroxide with an equal amount of warm water. Put a few drops in your ear and rinse after 5-10 minutes.

Tea tree oil

Combine a few drops of tea tree oil with a few drops of olive oil. Put a few drops on each side of the ear to reduce itching and irritation.

Ice pack

Hold an ice pack or cold washcloth near the ear for 15-20 minutes. This will numb the ear and reduce inflammation.

Ear syringe with warm water

Fill the syringe with warm water and gently spray it in your ear canal. This will help loosen up the earwax.

Information credits

This information is taken from the trusted health website, Healthline. However, it is always advisable to consult an ENT specialist for expert advice.