Everyone is familiar with bothersome pimples on the nose or the forehead. However, if the unpleasant skin impurities occur in or behind the ear, they are particularly uncomfortable and painful for the individual affected. In addition to painful inflammation, pimples in the ear can also cause ear pain, hearing loss and jaw pain. The most common cause of pimples in the ear is earwax buildup or blockage. Instead of serving is intended purpose, which is to clean, the earwax in your ear canal has failed to drain properly and clogged the pores in the affected area resulting in small pus pimples in different areas of the ear.
The formation of pimples and blackheads in the ear can be prevented and there are several ways to combat a possible break out. This includes cleaning your ears daily with lukewarm water and a washcloth, which you will use to gently wipe the auricle and remove earwax. Make sure to pay special attention to your ears when showering and washing your hair. It is important to make sure that earwax is not pushed further into the ear canal during cleaning, which is why the use of cotton buds should be avoided.
In addition, all items that come into contact with the ears, such as your cell phone or a hat, should be sanitized regularly. Users should clean their hearing aids just as often. This will help keep the spread of dirt and bacteria at bay.
As mentioned previously, it is best to avoid popping pimples and blackheads inside the ear. Doing so can often worsen the situation as the presence of purulent fluid in the ear canal can cause further inflammation. If the pimple has been popped, the ear should be cleaned thoroughly as soon as possible.
If preventive measures haven't been successful and you currently have a bothersome pimple in your ear, there are a few remedies that can help you get rid of it quickly that do not resort to popping it or squeezing it out. This includes using a cotton ball to dab the pimple with various oils or ointments several times a day.
Tea tree oil and aloe vera for pimples
Tea tree oil and aloe vera have anti-inflammatory and disinfectant effects. To treat pimples, a small amount of liquid is added to a cotton swab and placed directly on the pimple. The active ingredients should only be applied to the affected area and should not penetrate the ear canal.
Pimple Ointment
The common ointment that can be purchased in pharmacies is also used to treat ear. The shale oil it contains works as an antibacterial and helps reduce inflammation.
Jojoba oil for pimples
Jojoba oil helps to eliminate the bacteria that cause pimples. It can be applied directly to the affected area using a cotton ball. After 30 minutes, the excess oil and loose dirt should be removed with a cloth. High quality jojoba oil is characterized by its golden yellow color.
Important: Pimples deep inside the ear canal should always be treated by an ENT physician and not independently using at home remedies!
