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.

This induces a pleasant feeling of warmth and a balance of pressure in the ears, forehead and sinuses. It is soothing and helpful for earache and headache, ear noise, stress and nervousness. These benefits have been well known through 15 years of experience and confirmed by thousands of doctors worldwide.

Treatment may also spontaneously cause freer nasal breathing and an improved sense of smell, even when the nose was blocked before treatment.

Furthermore, the whole ceremony brings a wonderful relaxation, a deep sense of security and a feeling of happiness, which is seldom experienced.

The magic of fire has fascinated people from the very beginning of time when control of this element gave light and warmth.

Earcandles evoke a similar fascination and 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.

Ancient rock paintings show the use of Earcandles at initiation rituals and medicinal ceremonies.

The Hopi, the oldest Pueblo people with great medicinal knowledge and a high degree of spirituality, brought this knowledge to Europe.

Increasing numbers of people in our culture have enjoyed and benefited from the pleasant effects of this age old ceremony.

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