Also known as Ear Coning, Ear Candling is a folk medicine practice that aims to remove wax and other harmful toxins from the ear.

Process of Ear Candling

The procedure followed is quite simple. The patient is first made to lie on his or her side with the treated ear on top. A cylindrical cone of waxed cloth is then placed into the ear. The ear and the adjoining areas are protected using an aluminium pie tin or a paper plate. This will collect any of the hot wax or ash falling from the candle. The candle is placed over this and the top end is lit.

Typically, one session of ear candling or ear coning lasts for about 45 minutes. At this time, the practitioner may use one or two candles per ear. Most patients describe the process as being ‘unusual, but very relaxing and calming’. After the candle is blown out, visible candle wax is gently removed using a cotton swab. Then ear oil is applied.
Read the rest of this entry »