ear cleaner

Wax removal tool

An ear cleaner is a tool or solution for removing wax and debris from the ear canal.

Cotton swabs are the most common ear cleaners despite medical warnings against inserting them into the ear.

The term also covers drops that soften wax and specialized scoops or irrigation devices: The doctor recommended an ear cleaner instead of Q-tips.

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G