Ear candling is a safe, simple, natural way to remove excess wax and debris from inside the ears. The practice of ear candling dates back approximately 2,500 years to the ancient Egyptians, Chinese, Tibetan and American Indian cultures. Today, it is practiced by many cultures and is taught in German medical schools.
Long tapered candles (protected with a wax tray) are inserted gently into the ears, then lit. The candle creates a slight vacuum effect, oxidizing, vaporing and drawing softened wax and debris from the ears. This is a very gentle and non- invasive process. Any time excess wax is a problem, ear candles will remove it painlessly.
Most people experience a gentle warmth in the ear canal which has a soothing, relaxing effect. There is a slight crackling sound as the candle burns. As the candle burns, smoke moves the debris out of the ear. Osmosis (diffusion through a semi- permeable membrane, e.g., skin) plays an important role as the smoke soothes the sinus and nasal cavities. Excess ear wax is moved through the ear canal into the cone.
The candles are made of 100% unbleached cotton muslin fabric and a Soy/Bees wax blend. They are approx. 12 inches in length and approx 5/8" in diameter. Candles have an attched tray for burn protection
Reported benefits include: (1) relief of pressure in ear canal and sinus; (2) improved hearing; (3) safe removal of excess wax; (4) helps balance & equilibrium including vertigo; (5) eliminates ringing & itching in the ear; (6) fewer ear aches & infections; (7) fewer ear-related headaches; (8) feeling of cleanliness; and (9) helps fight infection.
It can be especially beneficial to those who (1) work outdoors; (2) are in dusty environments; (3) participate in water activities; (4) have chronic ear aches; (5) have allergies; (6) feel blockage in the ears; (7) wear hearing aids; (8) have sinus infections; and (9) have excess wax build up.
After receiving treatment, do not put your head under water for 24 hours. Also, use a small amount of cotton in your ears for the first two to three hours if you are going to be outside, especially if it is cold or windy.
Ear Candling should not be done in the following situations: (1) recent ear surgery; (2) cysts in the ear; (3) mastoiditis in its acute phase; (4) ear drains (tubes); (5) recent ear injury or damage to the ear drum; (6) artificial ear drums; and (7) tumors of the ears
Though widely disputed, those who do ear candling swear by it's benefits. We trust you will use your discerning mind to determine if this therapy is for you.
Cost is $35 for a dual ear treatment.
