Is it normal to smell earwax?
Mostly.Normal for most people
Yes, earwax can have a mild smell, and being curious enough to sniff it isn’t unusual. A strong, foul odor is different, especially if you also have pain or discharge.
Earwax has its own natural scent, which can vary from person to person. Plenty of people have sniffed it out of curiosity; it’s harmless as long as you’re not putting anything deep into your ear.
If the smell is suddenly strong or foul, or comes with pain, itching, or fluid draining from your ear, it’s worth getting checked out.