Causes and treatments of ear itchings at home

There are many reasons why you might get an itchy inner ear. Here are some of the main culprits:

Are you prone to fungal infections in other parts of your body such as your feet or groin area? It is
possible for fungus to infect the ear canal too.
Do you suffer from any other skin complaints such as eczema or psoriasis? Unfortunately, they can easily spread to the ear canal.

Do you swim regularly? Swimmers tend to be in the high risk category for developing an itchy ear. Water can carry germs and fungus into the ear which can lead to infection, especially if the skin inside the ear is broken or damaged. Swimming can also create excess moisture which causes eczema.
Do you use Q Tips or cotton buds to clean your ear? This is a big no-no. The ear is well equipped to clean itself but if you find that wax or other debris is persistently present in your ears, there are safer and more productive ways to clean them. The problem with using Q Tips is that you risk damaging the soft skin inside the ear. This is an open invitation for bacteria to invade.

Do you live somewhere with a hot and humid climate?
The increased water in the air raises your chances of developing an infection. Fungal infections in particular thrive in warm, humid conditions.

Do you regularly use products such as hairspray, shampoo, shower gel, bubble bath, styling gel or hair dye? These can easily wash inside the ear during a bath or shower and cause irritation which leads to itching.

Do you suffer from allergies (dust, pets, pollen, etc)?
The histamine release that is triggered by the allergen and causes a runny nose and red, puffy eyes might also be responsible for the itch in your ear canal.