It’s a natural cleanser as it moves from inside the ear canal outward, gathering dead skin cells, hair, and dirt along the way. Tests have shown that it has antibacterial and antifungal properties.
If your ears don’t have enough earwax, they’re likely to feel itchy and uncomfortable.
Some people are simply born producing dry earwax that may be more likely to clump. For example, dry earwax is more common in East Asians. Take a look at the video below