Why Do I Make Earwax?
       Earwax performs a protective function within the ear canal. Under normal conditions earwax forms a protective coating on the skin of the ear canal. This coating has an acidic pH and is known to be "bacteriostatic", which means that it inhibits the growth of bacteria. This helps protect us from conditions such as "Swimmers Ear' and other infections. Earwax also lubricates the skin and protects the eardrum and other structures.

What is Earwax?
       Earwax consists of proteins, skin oils, wax, and outer skin cells. Glands called apocrine glands reside in the skin of the ear canal and produce this wax-like substance. The modified apocrine glands of the ear are similar in structure to the sweat glands in other parts of the body, but are specialized to produce earwax, a substance that we are all familiar with.

Why Do I Get Wax Buildup?
       Wax accumulation in the ear canal is a common problem that affects millions of people. While earwax is not "dirty", many people find it revolting and are embarrassed by the problem.
       Under normal conditions, the ear produces a nice, moist, thin, layer of wax that is cleared from the ear canal by normal skin growth patterns. As impossible as it may sound, the skin of the ear canal grows in a directional pattern. In simple terms, ear skin grows from the inside out, and slowly carries the wax out with it.
       Wax build-up occurs when there is a breakdown in the ear's natural cleaning system. The most common reason for this is overproduction. As far as the ear is concerned, you can have too much of a good thing, and this is the case for many people with earwax. The apocrine glands of the ear often produce wax faster than the skin can clear it, and wax build-up occurs. This wax build-up interferes with hearing and can trap water and cause infection, irritation, and pain.
       Another common cause of wax build-up is the production of earwax that is too dry. When ear canal skin and the associated glands are too dry, the wax that forms is dry and crusty. This hard wax does not clear from the ears well and accumulates.
       A third common cause of wax problems is narrow ear canals. In some individuals the ear opening is simply too narrow, and the wax does not readily clear itself by the normal pattern.

Why don't popular store brands work on my Earwax?
       Dr. P Roland and a team of ear specialists at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center recently studied popular earwax treatment drops. They found that triethanaolamine 10% (Cermunex™) and Carabamide Peroxide (Murine™) were no more effective than a placebo in dissolving earwax. This study was recently published in the Archives of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery and distributed to ear specialists worldwide.

How does AuraClear® eliminate my Earwax problem?
       Proper treatment of earwax buildup requires a multi-step approach. AuraClear® gently loosens and softens earwax using two different solutions. Then, a soothing ear wash removes the wax.

Step 1
Step one is known as the Active Phase. Our patented formula contains enzymes that gently and naturally break down and neutralize troublesome earwax. It contains:

Uses
• Aids in the relief of excess earwax buildup.

Warnings
Do not use
• more than 10 days
• instruments such as cotton swabs, toothpicks or hairpins to remove wax from the ear canal.
FOR EAR USE ONLY
Ask a doctor before use if you have ear drainage or discharge, ear pain, irritation or rash in the ear, dizziness, injury or perforation (hole) in the ear drum, recent ear surgery, or ear disease.
If pregnant or breast feeding, consult a doctor before using.
Children under 2: consult a doctor before using.
When using this product
• avoid contact with the eyes
• keep cap on bottle when not in use
• ear drops will foam on contact, releasing oxygen
• do not allow the tip of the bottles to enter the ear canal
• do not obstruct the flow of water leaving the ear canal with the tip of the irrigation bottle.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
• excessive earwax remains after using this product as directed.
• irritation, pain, redness, rash, or fever develops.
Keep out of reach of children.
This product is not intended to restore hearing loss due to medical reasons. In such cases, consult a doctor.
If accidental contact with eyes occurs, flush eyes with water and consult a doctor.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions
• Complete Step 1 each morning, and Step 2 each evening for 3 to 5 days before starting irrigation. Continue use for up to 10 days if needed or as directed by a doctor. Any wax remaining after treatment will be removed by gently flushing the ear (Step 3). Store at room temperature. Protect from heat and direct sunlight. Use before exiration date on bottle and carton. Retain carton for reference.
• Step 1 (Active Phase): Each morning, tilt your head sideways and place 5 to 10 drops into the ear. Keep the drops in your ear for several minutes by keeping your head tilted or placing cotton in the ear.
• Step 2 (Neutralizing Phase): Each evening, tilt your head sideways and place 5-10 drops into the ear. Keep the drops in your ear for several minutes by keeping your head tilted or placing cotton in the ear. Do not remove. Allow the drops to soften wax and protect the surrounding skin.
• Step 3 (Irrigation Phase): Bring purified water to body temperature (do not use hot or cold water). Pour the water into the irrigation bottle. Place the tip of the irrigation bottle at the top of the opening to your ear. DO NOT PUT THE IRRIGATION TIP (OR ANY OTHER OBJECT) INSIDE YOUR EAR CANAL. Irrigate with a generous amount of purified water at body temperature to remove the excess earwax.

Ingredients
Step 1:  Water, glycerin, hydrogen peroxide, sodium chloride, papain, citric acid, vit e (tocopheryl acetate), grape fruit seed extract, bromelain (pineapple stem), pepsin (1:10,000), orange flavor, hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide to adjust pH.
Step 2:  Mineral oil, water, sodium chloride, vit c, diazolidinyl urea, papaya extract, aloe vera, tween 80, orange oil, hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide to adjust pH.