Hopi Ear Candling
How Can It Help You?

Hopi Ear Candles (Also known as Thermal Auricular
Therapy) are hollow tubes made of cotton, soaked in
beeswax, honey extracts, sage, St John’s Wort,
chamomile, beta-carotene and organically grown flax.
When lit, the candle acts like a chimney, causing the warm
air inside it to rise and creating a vacuum at the bottom.
This vacuum gently stimulates the ear, facilitating removal
of excess wax and impurities. They equalise the pressure
in the head and ears, making them suitable for most
conditions.

Secretion flow is gently stimulated and the vapour collects and removes impurities or deposits. These ear candles induce a revitalising heat upon the head and ears, which soothes, relieves and relaxes. It is important to note that the candle does not suck wax out of the ear; it stimulates the ear to eliminate the wax naturally, ensuring maximum safety.

This is an ancient and natural therapy handed down by
many civilisations. It is believed that the Ancient Greeks
used ear candles, initially probably for cleansing, purifying
and healing on a spiritual basis, but much later on a purely
physical basis. However, the practice reached the modern
world via the Native American Hopi Indians of North
Arizona (its interesting to note that Hopi means peaceful

people).

Ear candles were used traditionally by Shamen healers. Ancient wall paintings show their importance in initiation rituals and healing ceremonies of the tribe. The candles are still made today on the basis of the old traditional formula originating from the Hopi Indians.

The treatment is carried out in a relaxed, draught free
atmosphere with you lying in a comfortable position on
your side with your head supported on a pillow. A small
cotton towel will cover your hair. The lit candle is inserted
carefully into the outer ear and the flame is allowed to
burn down to within a short distance of a marked red line,
when the candle is removed gently and extinguished in
some water.

I will massage gently around the ear, using draining movements down the neck. The procedure is repeated with the other ear, and then you lie on your back for gentle drainage massage on the face. It is then important for you to have a drink of water and lie still for a few minutes before standing up.

Ear candling is a beneficial and safe therapy as long as
the therapists have received the correct training and only
use regulated candles. It is also important that you
remember that the candles are not a medication but a
complementary therapy.

Hopi candles can be used for many conditions including
deafness caused by excess wax, congested sinuses,

irritation in the ears, ringing or noises in the ears, tinnitus,
rhinitis, glue ear, colds, flu, headaches and migraines.
Other benefits of Hopi Ear Candles are:
 -Ingredients soothe irritated areas.
-Gentle warmth and massage stimulates and boosts lymph circulation.
- Stimulation of the immune system.

- Position of the candle, the heat and massage
combine to stimulate energy points in the external ear.

- You will also benefit from inhaling the herbal vapours
as the candles burn.

At the very least, the treatment is extremely soothing and
relaxing, leaving you with a sense of well-being and reduced pressure in the ears or head. A little warmth is felt, and hissing and crackling noises are heard, with a little popping. Most people say that it is a very pleasant experience!

The initial effect can be an improvement in hearing or freer nasal breathing and an improved sense of smell. However, improvements can continue occurring for a day or two.

I use BIOSUN Ear Candles, which are medical products
Class IIa according to medical device directive 93/42/EEC,
and are regularly tested by independent institutes. You
can therefore be confident that the candles are made to
the highest quality and safety standards.