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FAQs

Is WUSH ear cleaner safe to use? ›

The Verdict

Overall, I recommend Wush Earwax Cleaner for anyone looking for a safe and effective way to remove earwax at home. Its ease of use, comfort, and effectiveness make it a great alternative to regular professional cleanings.

Over-the-counter solutions

Look for water-based ear drops with ingredients such as hydrogen peroxide, carbamide peroxide, acetic acid, docusate sodium, or sodium bicarbonate. You can also consider oil-based ear drops for earwax removal. Look for those with peanut, olive, or almond oils.

Enter: Black Wolf Nation's WUSH Pro water-powered ear irrigator. WUSH is a handheld ear-cleaning device that uses jet water pressure to flush out wax from the ear canal, similar to what you would have done if you've ever had your ears professionally cleaned in a doctor's office.

Don't stick things in your ears to clean them

Ears are self-cleaning, and earwax should not be removed by someone without medical training. “It's a very sensitive area,” Dr. Ashley Kita, otolaryngologist at UCLA Health, who has seen several patients with injuries from these viral cameras, said in a phone interview.

Safe ways to remove earwax

Clean the outside of your ear with a damp cloth. If you choose to use cotton swabs, don't insert them into the ear canal. You can use earwax softener to soften earwax for easier removal. You can use a syringe to irrigate your ears.

If the aim is to completely break down the wax, waxsol, peroxide 3% or a sodium bicarbonate solution (which can be prepared by your local pharmacist) is effective.

Hydrogen peroxide is a solution (liquid) that can be used to treat ear infections or the build-up of wax. It is generally safe to use in all ears. Do not use if it irritates you or causes pain. You can buy 3 per cent hydrogen peroxide from your local chemist – no prescription is required.

Many times, especially with hearing aid wearers, an audiologist will advise a wash a couple of times a year (can be different depending on the person and production) a rinse in the shower with body temperature water with a little hydrogen peroxide or apple cider vinegar in the water can be used.

Impacted earwax is typically removed by an ENT in one or a combination of the following ways: Suction. With the suction method, a softening agent is applied first to make it easier and more comfortable to remove the earwax. Next, a long, thin vacuum nozzle is inserted into the ear canal.

These professionals use an operating microscope to take a closer look into your ear canal. From there, they typically use irrigation or microsuction as a way to eliminate the excess wax. “[Practitioners] can vary the instruments used based upon the type of wax, and what will remove it most effectively,” says Dr.

Can I use a waterpik to clean my ears? ›

Do not use a dental irrigation device, such as a Water Pik, to remove earwax. The force of the water injures the ear canal and ruptures the eardrum. Do not use ear candles. They have no proven benefit in the removal of earwax.

Your health care provider can remove excess wax by using a small, curved tool called a curet or by using suction techniques. Your provider can also flush out the wax using a syringe filled with warm water and saline or diluted hydrogen peroxide.

Carbamide peroxide (Debrox) is an ear drop earwax removal aid. This medication is applied directly inside your ears to loosen and unclog built-up earwax. It's available over the counter as a generic and can be found in most pharmacies.

Over-the-counter ear cleaning kits are another option for treating earwax buildup. These kits usually include a bulb syringe, drops, or a spray, and are designed to flush out the ear canal with warm water. They are generally safe and easy to use, but it is important to follow the instructions carefully.

Ear irrigation can be done safely at home, manually with a syringe, or using a commercially prepared ear irrigation kit. Use water close to average body temperature and a gentle technique to instill water into the ear canal and avoid ear damage.

Irrigation of the ear can lead to otitis externa, vertigo, perforation of the tympanic membrane, and middle ear damage if the tympanic membrane is perforated. These complications are less common with the syringe and IV catheter technique than with the pulsating water device technique.

However, they can be dangerous to use in your ear. Remember, anything you put into your ear shouldn't be smaller than your elbow. Tools like ear picks or spiral tools could accidentally puncture your eardrum and cause permanent hearing loss. Similarly, ear candles can cause problems with your ear health.