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 ...

Left untreated, some conditions that cause ear pain can lead to hearing loss. But effective treatment can usually relieve ...

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.

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 ...

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 ...

Filthy buds look bad, impact sound quality and even risk infection. WIRED asked the experts how to correctly banish that ear gunk.