Though potentially uncomfortable, ear scabs are common. Ear scabbing can have a number of causes, ranging from popped pimples to bacterial infections. In most cases, ear scabs are no cause for alarm.

Scabs form to protect and heal a wound by covering it with a dry, crusty layer. To help a scab heal, keep it clean and moist with a moisturizer or ointment, and avoid picking or scratching it. If a ...