Taking care of the ears is important in many ways. Cleaning is one step while preventing and treating infection is another. Ear care also includes taking steps to avoid unnecessary noise and watching for possible hearing loss. To keep the healthy: don’t insert anything into the ear, clean your ear safely with the help of cotton buds, and see your audiologist regularly. Apply sunscreen to your ear when outdoor. Wear hearing protection in noisy environments. Take precautions during air travel. Taking care of your ear can prevent infection and hearing loss.