How to Remove Ear Wax With Ear Candles

Too much ear wax can leave you feeling congested or plugged up. Ear candling is an ancient art that has seen a revival in recent years. Many people who remove ear wax with ear candles swear that the process relieves symptoms for conditions like migraines, sinus infections, tinnitus, tendinitis and even multiple sclerosis (MS). Burning ear candles in your ear not only helps get rid of excessive ear wax; but it can actually be a very soothing experience. Follow these steps to learn more.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Matches or some kind of lighter to ignite the candles
• Bucket of water
• Cotton balls
• Garlic oil
• Ear candles (2 to 4 per ear)
• Cotton swab
• Paper plate covered with aluminum foil
• Friend to help you with the procedure

1. Bring all of your required items to a place where you can be comfortable, like a couch. Lay down on your side and relax.

2. Cut a hole in the foil-covered plate large enough for the narrow end of the candle to fit through. Light the large end of the candle.

3. Set the small end of the candle in the ear canal. Let the candle burn down approximately one inch. Then remove the candle and cut the top of the wick off, over the bucket of water.

4. Replace the candle's small end in your ear. Let it burn another inch. Cut the wick down over the bucket of water. Replace it in your ear and repeat the process until the candle has burned down four-inches.

5. Remove the candle from the ear. Starting at the large end of the candle, cut down lengthwise to examine the debris that has been lifted out of your ear. If you feel there's still more in your ear that you'd like to remove, repeat the process with another candle.

6. Use the cotton swab to gently wipe the ear exterior to remove any residue. Pour several drops of the garlic oil into the ear canal. Plug the canal with the cotton ball. Wait until the oil has been absorbed before removing the cotton ball.

7. Turn over to the other side. Repeat the entire process with a fresh candle.

8. Learn more about ear candling by visiting the "White Egret" Web site (see Resources below).

Tips & Warnings

• Ask your helper to read this page carefully. Most of these directions are actually for him or her.
• Don't perform ear candling without someone to help you.
• Ear candling should not be performed if you've had recent ear surgery or if you have had congenital hearing difficulties.
• Visit your doctor immediately if you have experienced sudden hearing loss.
• Before you start any alternative medical technique, be aware that many have not been scientifically evaluated. Often, only limited information is available about their safety and effectiveness. Each state and each discipline has its own rules about how alternative medicine practitioners can be professionally licensed. If you decide to visit one, choose one licensed by a recognized national organization. Consult your primary health care provider about your decision first. Keep your doctor informed about the alternative medical technique you undertake.

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[Sharon01]

on 12/1/2008 I used ear candles 1-1/2 years ago, I used them and received a severe burn from the super hot wax falling into my ear canal, I have not gone one day that I haven't been suffered terribly from and now I require ear surgery to fix the damage that has been done to my ear. If you have problems with your ears then go to a professional doctor. Don't risk pain and suffering like I did.
Oh and I almost forgot, the so called "chimney effect" that "draws out ear wax"-is FALSE you can take an empty, rinsed clean soda can, put the ear candle in and wrap foil around the opening of the can at the bottom of the candle, light it and let it burn down a few inches, take it out and look at what you have in the bottom of the ear candle- the same brownish red wax you had when you put it in your ear and let it burn down. They should be outlawed!

[girl85037]

on 8/10/2008 Ear candling is bogus. I tried it and then went to an ear surgeon who explained it to me. I thought all of the ear wax was removed from my ear but it wasn't. Don't waste your money on this nonsense!