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Why not use cotton swab?
Sweeping the ear with a cotton swab (or other objects) will push the earwax deeper into the inside, causing the eardrum to not vibrate effectively and damage the hearing.
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How to choose a safe cotton swab
The two heads of cotton swabs must have a sufficient amount of cotton, smooth, white and stick to the tip of the stick. Toothpicks need good elasticity, not too hard.