Thermal Auricular Therapy
Ear candling has to be one of our favourite treatments. Because you don't have to undress, it's the perfect procedure for those of us on the go.
Thermal auricular candling is believed to drain toxins and relieve allergies, asthma, headache, colds, sore throats and blockages.
The accompanying facial massage is a warming and deeply soothing addition to this attuning and cleansing treatment. Jill Fraser's famous Reiki-infused handmade candles enhance the healing experience.
For therapeutic relief from
- allergies, rhinitis & glue ear
- catarrh, sinusitis, colds & flu
- headache & migraine
- poor circulation & low immunity
- snoring & congestion
- stress, anxiety & low mood
- vertigo & dizzy spells
- tinnitus and sudden hearing loss
The ear canal is closely linked by the Eustacian tube to the lymphatic system. Irritation and pain can occur easily from frequent swimming, ear nose and throat infections, colds, allergies, frequent use of ear protection, toothache and headaches. Thermal ear candling is believed to aleviate these conditions.
How does it work?
A soothing facial massage stimulates the lymphatic system to drain away toxins and helps to release tension from the skin and muscles, while the burning candle creates a chimney effect in the ear canal. As the linen candle burns, you will hear gentle bubbling or crackling sounds, or even occasional popping.
The pulsating rhythm of the smoke generates minute massaging vibrations to the ear drum, dislodging debris from the eustacian tube and ear canal. Burning takes approximately 10-20 minutes for each ear. For 2-3 days after treatment further secretions will continue to remove toxins and debris.
Up to 6 weekly treatments are recommended to relieve acute symptoms, and many clients enjoy the treatment on a monthly or seasonal basis to boost immunity and relieve insomnia or manage chronic conditions.
Homegrown, natural ingredients infused with expert care.
These hand-made Jill Fraser ear candles have incredible healing properties and are produced by Eliza and her Reiki healers in Lincolnshire.
The FairTrade 100% Egyptian cotton is bound into hand-rolled, unbleached tubes. These are then dipped into warmed, locally harvested beeswax, free from additives and chemicals, which provides improved relief for allergy sufferers. The 100% natural beeswax is supplied by one of the most highly acclaimed members of the British Bee-keeping Association.
The result is a superior quality candle for thermal auricular treatments, with responsibly harvested materials to reduce our carbon footprint. We prefer these to the heavily commercialised brands, as these hand-made ones are softer and can be shaped to fit the ear canal comfortably, with no sharp edges, no additives and a more pleasant scent when burning.
Many of the mass-produced brands claim to be handmade. In fact, the cotton is cut and dipped in wax by machine, and the only stage of manufacture that involves handmade processes is the rolling of these cotton strips into rigid tubes. They are then sealed using a synthetic gum, which contains a cocktail of chemical constituents.
While the benefits of all ear candles remain the same, we prefer the care and attention to detail invested in our candles and the peace of mind knowing they are handmade from start to finish. We believe the treatment is enhanced by a personal, healing touch from Eliza's team of Reiki healers.
The facial massage is usually offered using grapseeed oil, a lighter oil perfect for the delicate tissues of the face. Other oils may be more suitable, such as Macadamia for mature skin, or Hazelnut for flareups, and Hempseed for drier skin types.
Prior to treatment we use the otoscope to check the ear canal for infection, swellings and wax build-up, and to ensure the eardrum is intact. The lit candle is gently placed to a comfortable, secure position, and allowed to burn safely while you drift into complete relaxation.
