A build-up of ear wax can pose serious health problems, including infection, rupture, and even hearing loss. But did you know that common home remedies actually do more harm than good? Most people attempt to clean their ears with nothing but q-tips and grim determination. However, this method often pushes wax deeper into the canal. A safer way to remove ear wax is to dribble a small amount of hydrogen peroxide into the ear and wait until it "melts" - then it can be safety and unobtrusively wiped away.