Hopi Ear Candles.

Thermo-auricular therapy (Hopi ear) is a relaxing treatment that can help relieve symptoms associated with the ears, nose and throat, including:

-         Irritation in the ears

-         Sinusitis

-         Glue ear

-         Colds

-         Tinnitus

-         Migraines/headaches

-         Relieve pressure from flying

-         Natural alternative to ear syringing

The candles are long and hollow and made of organic cotton and beeswax and sometimes include other ingredients like honey, herbs and aromatherapy oils. The tip of the candle is placed just inside the ear and are lit at the top. They generally burn for 10-12 minutes, but this can vary from client to client, and the therapist will remove the candle when it reaches the ‘safe’ line about 2 inches above the ear, so that there is no risk to burning the client.

As they are burned, the warm air comes into contact with the cold air and creates a vacuum in the hollow centre and helps draw out wax and debris that might be trapped in the ear canal. As well as helping with ear wax, this relaxing treatment can help relieve pressure in the sinuses.

The treatment starts and finishes with a drainage massage on the face and head to help the draining effects of the candles further.