Using the right tools properly is a key. And some experts say Q-tips and cotton swabs aren't a good method for cleaning your ...

Many people use Q-Tips brand cotton swabs as tool to remove excess ear wax from inside the ear canal, but the Q-Tips box clearly says that the swabs should not be used for this purpose.

I don’t take good care of my hearing. Ear health is something I’ve written off as a problem for future me decades from now.

Wipe with a damp washcloth: This is the safest and best method of all. You can't really get inside your ear canal with your ...

An curved arrow pointing right. Most people don't use Q-tips properly and wind up putting them inside their ears to feel "clean." Big mistake! Not only is ear wax good for you, but putting a Q-Tip ...

While it’s OK to clean the outer ear, you should avoid using Q-tips as a cleaning device. Most healthcare professionals advise against cleaning the inner ear with Q-tips because it can push the ...