Mucus is the enemy, and heat is its kryptonite. Run a hot shower and sit in the bathroom for 10-15 minutes. Or, pour boiling water into a bowl, drape a towel over your head, and inhale the steam (keeping your face a safe distance away). The warm moisture thins the mucus, allowing it to drain.
Not all ear congestion feels the same. Depending on the severity of your cold, you may experience: clogged ear from cold
The goal is to open that Eustachian tube by reducing inflammation and changing the pressure. Here is your battle plan. Mucus is the enemy, and heat is its kryptonite