What is Hopi Ear Candling?
Hopi Ear Candling is believed to have been used by the ancient Greeks. However, it is thought that it was the Native Hopi Indians who introduced Hopi Ear Candling to the West. The Hopis traditionally used Hopi Ear Candles as part of their healing rituals, which were made of cloth shaped into a cone and covered with beeswax.
How does Hopi Ear Candling work?
The Hopi Ear Candle is gentle placed into the entrance of the outer ear canal and then lit. The candles themselves do not suck wax out of the ear or cure anything by themselves. The debris seen inside a used candle is not ear wax but rather waste from the candle itself. However, Hopi Ear Candling helps the body to push out excess ear wax.
Many people first try Hopi Ear Candling as an alternative to syringing for excess wax or due to other ear related problems. However, Hopi Ear Candling is a very soothing and relaxing experience and is a great tool to relieve tension.
How does Hopi Ear Candling feel?
After the Hopi Candle is inserted into the ear and lit you will hear a soft relaxing crackling or hissing sound, not unlike the sound of a fireplace. This sound will continue for as long as the candle is lit. Some people may also feel warmth in the ear from the candle, however the candle is never left to burn below 4 inches from the ear. After the treatment you may feel very relaxed and feel a lightness in your head. Some people also note an improvement in hearing.
What can I expect during my Hopi Ear Candling treatment?
For your Hopi Ear Candling treatment, you will be lying on your side. After the candle is gently inserted into the outer ear canal, it is lit and left to burn for approximately 12 minutes until about 4 inches of candle is remaining. The candle is then removed and extinguished. A cloth or protective disc is placed under the candle to prevent any ashes falling onto the skin. The treatment is then repeated on the other ear.
In the days following the treatment you may find that earwax is naturally expelled from the ear. It is important not to use cotton swaps to clean the ears afterwards, as this would only push any earwax back into the ear.
The benefits of Hopi Ear Candling are:
- Deep relaxation that can help to reduce stress and anxiety
- Soothing of the senses and promotion of a sense of calm and well-being
- Loosening of earwax and improvement of nasal and sinus airflow
- Removal of excessive or compacted wax in the ears
- Easing of irritation in ears and sinuses
- Opening up of nasal breathing
- Help with pressure regulation and pain in cases of sinusitis, rhinitis, colds, flu, headaches, and migraine
