The hopi ear candles were originally used by the Hopi Indian tribes. The flame of the candle causes a vibration within the ear helped by the heat of the flame and the vibration of the herbs. As the candle burns the heat within the ear canal and sinuses increase which dilate the passages and relieve the pressure. This will stimulate the draining and clearing of the excess ear wax.
The Hopi ear candles ingredients:
Organic cotton
Honey
Beeswax
Sage
St John’s Wort
Chamomile
Vitamin A
Benefits of Hopi ear candlingSinusitis, Hay fever, Rhinitis
Compacted wax in the ears
Headaches ad Migraines
Colds/Flu
Activates blood flow, lymphatic system and metabolic processes
May help improve hearing
Relaxing and Calming
Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
Vertigo (helps balance ear fluids)
Beneficial before a flight to help reduce ear ‘popping’ and pain during the flight
Hopi ear candling is not suitable for:
People with perforated ear drums
If a grommet or drainage device is fitted
Allergies to candle ingredients
People on antibiotics for ear, nose or throat
People with epilepsy
First trimester of pregnancy
A cochlear implant is fitted
A Mastoidectomy has taken place (ear bones removed)
Fever or infectious disease
What happens during a Hopi ear candling treatment?
A short consultation will be done followed by an explanation about the candle and how it works. The candle will be lit and then placed into the ear, it takes between 9 to 12minutes to burn each side, while the candle is in the ear you will hear a sizzling/crackling noise which is the heating of the herbs and bees wax. Both ears will be treated and then a facial massage will be given to help drain the sinuses. After the treatment the candle will be opened to show the residue which will indicate the health of the ear and a recommendation will be made for how often appointments should be had. After care advice will then be given to let you know how to look after the ears.