Mascha Mieris
Complementary Therapies

Ear Candling or Thermo-Auricular Therapy

Ear candles have been used by many cultures as an effective natural therapy since ancient times. Historical roots can be found among the peoples of the Siberian prairies, Asia and the native North and South American Indians.

Earcandles have a purely physical function. A light suction action (chimney effect) and the movement of the flame create a vibration of air in the earcandle, generating a massage-like effect on the eardrum.

Ear candling is a soothing and relaxing treatment which can be used for a wide range of conditions associated with the ear, nose, throat and head.

"After just one ear candling treatment my hearing was much improved and when I had the second treatment it returned to normal. I was very impressed with how quickly the treatment worked and I think the face massage is an absolute must. I found the whole experience with Mascha pleasant and relaxing and I would definitely recommend it". Gill Barrow, Ascot

The treatment

Is carried out whilst you are lying on a massage couch. The Therapist will examine your ears using an otoscope. This is to ensure that there is no infection in the ear or any other reason why candling would not be recommended.

The candle is placed in the outer ear and ignited. The warm air softens any debris and excess ear wax, which may be released from the ear naturally over a few days following the treatment.

Please note that it is not possible to extract earwax from the ears straight into the candles. There is a filter in the candle, which prevents anything falling into or coming out of the ear into the candle.

Also, candling will only remove excess wax, because we all need some ear wax, as it has a protective role. It cleans and lubricates the ear, and can protect the ear canal from bacteria and fungus. Under normal circumstances the ear has a self-cleaning system that naturally removes ear wax.

Why Candling?

Personally I find ear candling very useful for when I have a cough, cold, painful throat or when my sinusses are blocked. I have also used them after swimming, flying or when I have a headache. For the same conditions I have used candling on my children, again with great success. This is my personal experience.

Following the candling

A neck and face massage is carried out, which might help to drain the sinuses, eliminate toxins and help with lymphatic drainage.
Not everybody is keen on a face massage, therefore this treatment can also be enjoyed without the massage.

At the end of the treatment the candles are opened and the residues examined. Depending on the outcome further treatments will be discussed. Please note that the powder and wax that might be found in the candle is not from your ears, but from the candle itself.

Candles

Biosun Ear Candles are made by hand with the following ingredients: Pure beeswax, Honey extract, Sage, St John's wort and Camomile.
These candles are not suitable if you suffer from Epilepsy or if you are in the early stages of pregnancy.

Otosan Ear Cones have Beeswax and Propolis as an ingredient.
Propolis is a natural substance produced by bees and renowned for its healing powers. Propolis has a general probiotic action that also provides effective protection to the ear.
These candles are suitable for all.

Caution:

Ear candling is not suitable for people who have a perforated eardrum, grommets, acute infection of the ear or the surrounding areas.

Prices:

Ear candling with face massage, 45 minutes: £32

Ear candling without face massage, 30 minutes: £27

Cash or cheques accepted.