like the inside but not the ear canal.
2006-07-16 10:59:06 · 7 answers · asked by zabadass 3 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
Absolutely no problem. But if you have a heavy wax build-up, you might want to try hydrogen peroxide. It breaks down the wax quite efficiently.
2006-07-16 11:02:55 · answer #1 · answered by kathy_is_a_nurse 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't. Ear wax is kind of gross, but when you think about it, your ears produce it for a reason. Rubbing alcohol would both remove the wax and irritate the sensitive skin inside your ear. That would set you up for an ear infection.
2006-07-16 18:05:20 · answer #2 · answered by Patrick C 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's safe, but it's not a good idea. It's VERY drying and can damage the delicate lining of the ear canal.
2006-07-16 18:03:13 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It`s absolutely safe. In fact,swimmers ear drops are made of rubbing alcohol and vinegar.
2006-07-16 18:24:49 · answer #4 · answered by deb 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use headsets at work and they are community, I clean them and my ears with alcohol wipes everyday, I haven't had any problems in 5 years.
2006-07-16 18:03:11 · answer #5 · answered by Chyler D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i don't know about alcohol, but you can put peroxide in there to clean them.
2006-07-16 18:06:54 · answer #6 · answered by benninb 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
here are some at home remedies for you.
some include alcohol.
http://possumsal.homestead.com/earaches.html
2006-07-16 22:03:15 · answer #7 · answered by Pussycat 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋