Aqua Ear 35ml
Aqua Ear 35ml is an isopropyl alcohol ear-drying solution that helps prevent and treat swimmer's ear (otitis externa). The fast-evaporating drops remove trapped water from the ear canal and discourage the bacterial and fungal growth that causes painful outer-ear infections.
What is Aqua Ear 35ml?
Aqua Ear is an isopropyl alcohol ear-drying solution used to help prevent and treat swimmer's ear, medically known as otitis externa. After swimming, showering or surfing, water trapped in the ear canal can soften skin and create the warm, moist environment in which bacteria and fungi thrive - leading to painful outer-ear inflammation and infection. Aqua Ear's fast-evaporating drops displace trapped water and dry the canal so infection has less chance to take hold.
When to use Aqua Ear
- After swimming, surfing, snorkelling or diving.
- After showering or bathing when water has entered the ear.
- At the first sign of swimmer's ear (itch, fullness, mild discomfort).
- For people prone to recurrent outer-ear infections.
- Routine drying after water sports for those with narrow ear canals.
Active ingredients
- Isopropyl Alcohol 63.3% v/v - displaces water, dries the canal, and discourages microbial growth.
- Glycerol - softens the alcohol effect on canal skin.
- Convenient dropper-tip 35ml bottle.
How to use Aqua Ear
Tilt the head sideways so the affected ear faces up. Gently squeeze 4 to 5 drops of Aqua Ear into the ear canal. Keep the head tilted for about 30 seconds, then tilt the other way to allow excess to drain onto a tissue. Use after each water exposure or 2 to 3 times daily during mild swimmer's ear.
If pain, swelling or discharge persists beyond 48 hours, see your doctor.
Warnings and precautions
- Do not use if you have a perforated eardrum, grommets, or recent ear surgery.
- Do not use if there is discharge from the ear - see your doctor.
- For external ear use only - do not swallow.
- If severe pain, hearing loss, fever or bleeding occurs, see a doctor.
- Keep out of reach of children. Store below 30 degrees Celsius.
Frequently asked questions
What is swimmer's ear and how does Aqua Ear help?
Swimmer's ear (otitis externa) is inflammation of the outer ear canal often caused by water trapped after swimming. Aqua Ear's isopropyl alcohol displaces the water and dries the canal, removing the damp conditions infections need to grow.
How often can I use Aqua Ear drops?
For prevention, use 4 to 5 drops in each ear after every water exposure. For mild swimmer's ear, use 2 to 3 times daily until the ear feels normal. If pain or discharge persists beyond 48 hours, see a doctor.
Can I use Aqua Ear with grommets or a perforated eardrum?
No. Aqua Ear contains alcohol which can be very painful and damaging if it enters the middle ear through a perforated eardrum or grommet. See your doctor for an alternative.
Does Aqua Ear remove earwax?
No. Aqua Ear dries the ear canal, not removes earwax. For wax build-up use a dedicated wax-removal product such as Waxsol Ear Drops. Using Aqua Ear on impacted wax may worsen blockage.
