Hopi Ear Candles (Thermo-Auricular Therapy)

Hopi Ear candles are named after the Hopi’s who were the first Pueblo Indians of North America. Hopi means peaceful people, and the Hopi’s were renowned for their extensive knowledge of healing and deep spirituality.

The ‘candles’ are hollow tubes made in the traditional Hopi Indian way. Organically grown woven cotton is impregnated with honey extracts, essential oil of sage, 100% pure beeswax and crushed traditional Indian medicinal herbs (mainly sage and camomile).

During the treatment a lit candle is placed gently in the entrance to the auditory canal, whilst the client is lying down. The candle burns with a small flame, the heat from which produces a mild suction by which debris can be drawn out of the ear. The vapours produced as the candle burns down circulate in the ear canal having anti-inflammatory, analgesic and anti-bacterial properties. Pressure within the ear may be regulated.The mild heat stimulates the blood and lymph circulation which boosts the immune system, and the vibration of the rising air column through the natural movement of the flame gently massages the eardrum. Both ears are always treated to ensure balance is maintained. After both ears have been treated the head and ears are massaged.

The treatment is extremely relaxing and can help many ear, nose and throat problems.