What is
Ear Candling
Hopi ear candles are named after the Native American tribe who first introduced this gentle therapy to the West.
The magic of fire has fascinated people from the very beginning of time and control of this element gave light and warmth. Ear candles evoke a similar fascination and have been used by many cultures as an effective natural therapy since ancient times.
Historical roots can be found among the peoples of the Siberian prairies, Asia and the native North and South American Indians. Ancient rock paintings show the use of Ear candles at initiation rituals and medicinal ceremonies.
The Hopi, the oldest Pueblo people with great medicinal knowledge and a high degree of spirituality, brought this knowledge to Europe with the professional involvement of BIOSUN. Since 1985 BIOSUN have been researching the use of Ear candles and re-establishing their popularity.
The Hopi nation is renowned for their extensive knowledge of healing and their spiritual lifestyle. The translation of the word Hopi means "peaceful ones". Ear candles are used widely throughout North America and Asia and although the current treatment has come to us from the Hopi tribe, the use of ear candles to treat ear problems has been known for centuries, having been used by the Egyptians, Romans and Greeks.
What is a Hopi Ear Candle?
Ear candles are an ancient, mild and natural therapy and have been used by the Native American Indian for many years.
The Hopi candle is not a candle as such, but a hollow tube made out of cotton flax. To stiffen the flax, they are impregnated with extract of honey and herb oils (in particular chamomile, sage and St Johns wort), the healing properties of which have been known to the Hopi tribe for hundreds of years.
The making of the candles is a complex process and all genuine Hopi candles are made in the traditional manner.
The treatment
The treatment is very gentle and relaxing and may take up to an hour, depending on the condition being treated. The candle is placed over the ear orifice and ignited. It is only allowed to burn to within 4 inches of the end of the candle.
As it burns it produces a gentle local heat. The warm air combined with the oil and herbs soften the wax and draw it into the base of the candle. The candle is then removed and the ear and surrounding area is then massaged.
The treatment is repeated on the other ear and then a complete facial massage is carried out, paying particular attention to the sinus areas.
What Conditions Can Ear Candles Help?
Ear candles can help with the treatment of sinusitis, rhinitis, earwax, earache and irritation of the ears including tinnitus.
It is also suitable for the treatment of headaches and migraines. It is not suitable for those with perforated eardrums, where grommets are in place or those who may have an allergy to the ingredients. It is a safe and gentle treatment for children.
The number of treatments depends on how long the candle takes to burn down. Each treatment takes approximately 30 minutes and is very relaxing.
It is advisable to put a few drops of warm olive oil in each ear for three days before treatment as this will help to soften the wax which will make it easier to remove.
On the treatment day, you will be advised to remove earrings
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Ear candling, hopi candles in Fulham, near Parson Green Station