Drain your ears
Water in your ear isn’t just annoying; it can lead to bacterial growth. Swimmer’s ear is an infection that occurs when your ears don’t drain after your head has been underwater. The best way to prevent swimmer’s ear is by keeping the water out of your ear in the first place. Use earplugs or bathing caps when you’re in the water, and after a swim, drain your ears. Try tilting your head from side to side so that your clogged ear faces the ground. If the water needs extra help escaping, pull on your earlobe or use a hair dryer on a low setting to dry your ear.