Cotton - Pesticide-free and untreated.
Pure Beeswax - Naturally fragrant and clean burning.
Honey Extract - Contains vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants.
St Johns Wort - Anti-inflammatory and astringent
properties and gently relaxes the nervous
system.
Sage - Anti-inflammatory and astringent properties
and helps restrict blood flow and mucous
secretion.
Camomile - Anti-inflammatory and astringent properties and helps
relieve mental stress, anxiety and nervousness.
How Do They Work ? The lit candle is placed into the clients ear. This causes a light suction action to take place and the movement of the flame creates a vibration of air in the candle. This generates a warm gentle massaging effect on the ear drum helping to stimulate the blood and lymph flow to allow natural cleansing of the ear by drawing softer wax and toxins from the ear, some of which are oxidised or turned into vapours and burnt.
Safety
We take safety very seriously and the BIOSUN candles that we use have the CE mark 93/42/EEC for medical devices in Europe and are regularly tested by independant institutes. They are the only ear candles that are registered as a Class 11a Medical Device. There is a specially designed safety filter inside the candle and we always use an ear therapy safety cloth over your hair so that there is no danger to you at all.
The Treatment
Before the treatment begins there is an intial consultation and an ear inspection with an otoscope to make sure suitability for the treatment. The lit candle is then inserted into each ear in turn. You will hear a slight hissing or crackle sound, similar to holding a shell to your ear (the sound of the sea). The candles usually have a burning time of 10-12 minutes each. You are then given a neck, shoulder, face and scalp massage to finish the treatment. Total treatment time is approximately 40-45 mins.
Are Ear Candles Suitable For Everyone?
No. If you have any of the following this treatment is not advisable: