Cheryl Colpman

Hopi Ear-Candles

What can Hopi candles be used for?

Indications for the use of Hopi Ear Candles include:

Sinusitis
Tinnitus
Headaches/Migraine
Rhinitis
Tension/need to relax
Stress and Nervousness
Earache (not infection)
Hayfever
Excessive Wax
Before or after a flight

What Happens at a Treatment?

At the first treatment a health form is completed and the treatment explained in detail.

After this you lie comfortably on your side on a couch. The lit candle is placed in the external ear-canal and is held and supported in place by the Practitioner for your comfort and safety. The candle is inserted less than 1cm into the external ear-canal and fits comfortably due to the tapered end soft fabric and wax.

A gentle fizzing or crackling sound can be heard as the candle burns down and it may feel comfortably warm. During this time a relaxing and calming effect is often experienced.

Each candle will take approximately 8 minutes to burn down and is only allowed to burn to about 9cm / 3½" - a safe distance away from your hair and head! The candle is gently and safely removed and extinguished.

After both ears have been treated a relaxing auricular, facial and head massage is given to complete the treatment. For those who have not experienced a Hopi Ear-candle treatment before the treatment is surprisingly relaxing and very enjoyable. Along with the optional restful music the whole package is wonderfully soothing and rebalancing.

About The Candles

The candles are actually a hollow tube made from cotton and beeswax along with traditional healing herbs. When lit they create a mild 'chimney' effect, creating gentle movement. The gentle warmth from the candle along with the soothing effects of the herbal extracts can help soften ear-wax and promote healing.

This type of candle is believed to be traditionally used by the Hopi Indians for healing and spirituality.

After the Treatment

Enjoy the relaxation for a further few minutes while sipping a glass of water, which enhances the effects of the candle treatment.

The therapeutic healing may continue for 24 - 48 hours after a treatment. Therefore the full effect may not be felt immediately but develop over the next couple of days.

For 24 hours after receiving the treatment it is advisable to avoid using ear drops or oil treatment (unless recommended by a medical doctor.) Please also keep the inside of the ears dry by avoiding submersion in water such as swimming.