Cold weather doesn’t just dry out your skin; it can also affect your ears by making earwax thicker, harder, and more stubborn.

Lower temperatures reduce moisture throughout the body, including your ear canal, which means that earwax (cerumen) doesn't move out as easily on its own. Instead of drying up and falling away, wax can linger, compact, and slowly build up.

This is why winter is a prime season for: 

• Earwax buildup 

• Blockages and pressure 

• Muffled hearing 

• General ear discomfort

The Right Ear-Cleaning Method Matters 

When earwax becomes dense and stubborn, traditional methods of removal like cotton swabs or ear scoops can actually make the problem worse by pushing wax deeper and irritating the ear canal. 

That’s where a gentle, water-based approach can make all the difference. 

How WaxRx Supports Healthy Ears in Winter 

WaxRx products are designed to work with your ears, not against them.

WaxRx uses warm water to safely, gently, and effectively flush out excess earwax while helping protect the ear canal. The result is a clinic-quality clean from the comfort of home without harsh tools or risky techniques.

Doctor-invented and professionally proven, WaxRx products are assembled in the USA and trusted by medical professionals and over 1.5 million customers worldwide. It’s ear care built on quality, care, and convenience you can feel confident using. 

Targeted Support for Winter Ear Discomfort 

In addition to earwax removal, WaxRx offers solutions for common seasonal ear concerns: 

EarAcheRx

When an earache strikes, strike back fast with EarAcheRx. Formulated to help soothe earache discomfort with fast-acting numbing relief, EarAcheRx contains 4% lidocaine, the maximum available without a prescription. Safe for ages 2 and up.

Earvana

If dry winter air leaves your ears itchy, Earvana helps calm irritation with a soothing, vitamin-C powered, non-oily formula designed specifically for delicate ear canals. Earvana makes your ears say, “Ah.....”™—and with regular use, you can keep your ears feeling soft, hydrated, and itch-free.

Take Care of Your Ears This Winter

Cold weather may be unavoidable, but ear discomfort doens’t have to be. Using the right tools and gentle, proven methods can help keep your ears clear, comfortable, and protected all season long.

Shop WaxRx today and give your ears the winter care they deserve!