Ear candling dates back to Egyptian times. Ear candling is a home remedy for gently cleaning the ear. Normal cotton swabs may only compact wax and debris into the ear.

 A hollow candle made of fabric and wax first tunnels warmth into the ear
and loosens the hardened earwax. A gentle flame at the top creates a mild
vacuum. The recipient will hear sounds of swooshing air or crackling as wax
or other debris such as candida, pollen, and mold are drawn out of the ear
and into the candle.

Some people find that candling immediately improves clarity in hearing,
while others claim relief from sinus pressure, ringing in the ear,
allergies, and migraines. Ear candling is not a replacement for proper
medical care, and is contraindicated for those with hearing aids, tubes in
the ears, and perforated or infected eardrum.

IMPORTANT

Certain medical conditions warrant written recommendation from your physician before obtaining a treatment. Before beginning your treatment, your therapist will ask about your medical history. Practitioners at the Balanced You do not diagnose medical problems, prescribe treatment, or manipulate bones. Ear candling is not considered a substitute for medical attention or psychological counseling.