IS GLYCERINE BETTER
THAN OLIVE OIL, SALINE OR CARBAMIDE PEROXIDE FOR REMOVING STUBBORN EAR WAX?
After reviewing Kyrosol, I was asked to look closer into why
Glycerine has been used as a way to remove stubborn ear wax, as this was not
commonly used in the UK market place.
Olive Oil, Carbamide Peroxide & Saline were the main ingredients
in all the products we reviewed and retail on
www.earsyringe.co.uk.
Until Kyrosol came along I never knew
Glycerine could be used to remove wax so after speaking with the manufacturer
to see what background data they could provide, I was given the following –
happy reading.
“Glycerin
is a natural (organic) derived liquid with alcohol molecules – Kyrosol uses Glycerine
(notice the extra “e” on the end) so this format is diluted with water to make
it less viscous. The alcohol is what actually dissolves the wax. But more
importantly, the Glycerine get’s in between the wax and the skin of the ear canal,
helping to ensure the wax is easier to remove – so there is a “double action”
treatment resulting in two benefits.
This is why Kyrosol is supplied with an ear syringe, so that after 30
minutes any impacted, hard wax is far easier to remove as the wax plug has detached
from the skin and is now lubricated, ensuring water can surround and slide out
the blockage.
I have read
articles and commentary’s that Carbamide Peroxide is actually bad for the skin,
particularly young people so we avoided using that."
Hans –
Squip Inc
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This
useful snippet from the net is credited to Nadia Benavidez a hearing instrument
scientist based in the USA.
"Normally, the human ear is self cleaning. Wax is naturally moist
and oily, but over time ear wax build-up can harden and become stuck in the
ear. Glycerin is a clear liquid found in many lotions and soaps, as well as in
foods and medicines. Glycerin lubricates, softens, and moisturizes whatever it
comes into contact with. Accordingly, Glycerin is often used to remove stubborn
ear wax.
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According to the American Academy of
Otolaryngology, most cases of ear wax blockage respond well to home treatments
used to soften wax. Glycerin is considered a safe home treatment for softening
ear wax. Only three to four drops are needed at a time. When putting drops into
your ear, according to Dr. Timothy C. Hain, let the drops stay in your ear for
two to three minutes, then lie down on a towel to let any excess Glycerin drain
out. Dr. Hain also warns patients that this should not be performed if you
have, or there's the potential that you have, an eardrum perforation.
Expert Insight
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There are several commercial brands of ear wax
drops. Some claim that they dissolve ear wax, others state that they are for
softening. Most of these brands contain Glycerin, as well as peroxide, water
and oil. Commercial drops are no more effective at removing ear wax than plain Glycerin.
Glycerin can be found at most pharmacies and purchased in a bottle with a
dropper.
Softening Ear Wax
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The American Academy of Otolaryngology also
recommends using Glycerin drops prior to ear syringing or flushing. Ear
syringing is more effective if you soften the ear wax and lubricate your ear 15
to 30 minutes prior to syringing. Ear syringing---commonly used to remove ear
wax---involves using a bulb syringe to squirt warm water in the ear and flush
out ear wax.
Prevention
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Glycerin can also be used to help prevent ear
wax build up. As a preventative measure, use 2 to 3 drops in each ear once a
week. Keep in mind that ear wax is produced to help prevent ear infections.
Your goal shouldn't be to eliminate wax, but just to avoid a blockage. If you
suspect a blockage---symptoms include---fullness in the ear, earache,
diminished hearing and itching in the ear---you may want to see a doctor first.
Ear infections can present these same symptoms, and an ear infection needs
medical treatment.
