Relax and Rejuvenate - The Ear Candle Effects During ancient Egypt, ear candling is already being practiced, it gives a relaxing and soothing effects. This alternative therapy gains popularity these days and it offers a wide array of medical benefits as well as mental and spiritual well being. How to use ear candles? An ear candle consists of hollow tubes or cones made from cotton cloth soaked in beeswax. It has become health craze in recent years as a technique of eliminating problem build-ups of ear wax. The procedure may last as long as one hour and is a safe method for in-ear cleansing. It is quite delicate thus an expert practitioner should do this with care and diligence. Before performing ear candling, make a relaxed and quiet environment. Lie the patient in a relaxed position by supporting his head with a pillow, so that the auditory canal is in upright position. Now you sit on a chair by the patient's head. Lit the ear candle and gently put the non burning end in to the outer ear passage. When you hear crackling and hissing sound, you know the ear candle is in proper place. In the final phase, the heat flow intensifies. The ear candle is burnt only up to at least one cm and the remaining ear candle is carefully removed. What are the benefits of ear candling? This ancient therapy is applied to ease sinus pressure and pain, improve hearing, cleanse the mind, treat ear infections, relieve the pain coupled with ear infections and other ear ailments, such as sinus infections, ear aches, tinnitus, headaches and vertigo. Many people who have gone through this procedure attest that they get a feeling of relaxation during and after the process. This complementary therapy develops an improved state of health by reducing stress and tension and fortifying your physical as well as mental health. What kind of ear candles to use? There are several different types of ear candles that vary in shape, size and consistency. Choosing the right type of ear candles can make your experience pleasant and memorable. Beeswax ear candles: These candles are made from natural wax produced in the hives. They are natural, burn longer and cleaner than any other ear candle. The flame emits negative ions to clean the air and invigorate the body. It is sticky, naturally scented, it is considered as the best ear candle as it does not drip, releases negative ions and has a clean burn. Paraffin ear candles: These are the inexpensive alternative to beeswax. It burns clear and has no scent. The disadvantage of paraffin wax candle is that it does not burn completely and therefore clogs the tip of the candle. Soy ear candles: Soy is mixed with other harder wax to create an ear candle. Usually soy is mixed with beeswax as an alternative to 100% expensive beeswax. The most common disadvantage with soy ear candles is that they create more heat than paraffin or beeswax because of low melting point. Hence, it creates a warmer temperature inside the ear. Where to buy ear candles? Ear candles can be bought from online shops and websites. Many companies offer discounts on bulk purchase from their website.
