Slightly warm some olive oil. Make sure it isn't too hot to touch of course as you should be able to easily bear it against your skin.
Put two to three small drops of the oil into the ear, using a dropper or, ask someone to do it for you.
Let the solution settle for ten minutes and then tilt your head to remove any excess.
Repeat the process before bedtime for 3-4 days.
3. Hydrogen Peroxide
Hydrogen peroxide is used in many of the over-the-counter ear drops you can buy for wax removal. It is important that you don't use this one if you have sensitive skin. Always make sure that the peroxide you use is less than 3% in strength:
Mix together equal parts water and (3% or less) hydrogen peroxide.
Tilt your head sideways and drop a few drops of the solution in to your ear (ask someone else to do this for you if you don't have a dropper).
Make sure you place a towel over your shoulder to catch any loose drips.
Allow the solution to stay in the ear for 10 to 15 minutes. Lie down on a pillow, keeping the treated ear pointed skywards if it helps.
You should feel tickling or a bubbling sensation.
When this sensation stops, remove the solution by tilting your head the other way, and dry your ear with a clean cloth.
4. Vinegar and Rubbing Alcohol Solution
This is a remedy from a bygone age and works by dissolving the ear wax. The antibacterial properties of the vinegar also helps keep infection at bay.
Mix equal parts white vinegar and rubbing alcohol in a small bowl.
Immerse a cotton ball in the solution, then remove it.
Tilt your head so that the ear you want to treat is facing upwards.
Use the cotton ball to apply a small amount of the solution into the opening of the ear.
After four to five minutes, tilt your head back the other way and use a cloth to catch the liquid as it is dispelled from the ear.
Dab clean with a cloth or tissue.
5. Baby Oil or Glycerin (Mineral Oil)
If you have either of these products lying around your house, they are great for softening up your excessive ear wax as well:
Use a dropper or the help of friends and family to put three drops of oil into your ear while it is facing upwards.
Place a cotton ball over the ear opening to help the oil stay in your ear.
After around ten minutes, remove the cotton ball and allow the oil to drain onto a cloth or tissue.
Wipe away any excess soft wax.
What To Do If Your Problems Persist
If your ear continues to feel uncomfortable after the application of these natural remedies and/or over-the-counter solutions available from the pharmacy, you will need to book an appointment with your doctor or an Ear, Nose and Throat Consultant. You should always consult a medic if you have severe ear ache, large amounts of fluid flowing, severe hearing loss, dizziness, fever and vomiting. Your ears are important, please look after them!