Ear CandlesEar candling is an old folk remedy. Chinese, ancient Greek and native American cultures have used this procedure, and there is evidence that it has been used in Russia and South America. The ear candling procedure removed impacted ear wax and cadida, a white powdery bacteria that grows in the inner ear. Ear candling has been used for a variety of problems randing from sinus and allergies, swimmers ear, head colds or hearing problems. This procedure may be helpful in relieving some infections, but anyone with a serious problem should see their doctor first.
There are three types of ear candles generally available, paraffin ear candles, mixed beeswax/paraffin, and beeswax. Paraffin ear candles are the "white" ear candles in the picture; and mixed beeswax/paraffin ear candles are the "colorful" ear candles in the picture.
Parafin ear candles burn slower and cooler than mixed beeswax/paraffin candles. Paraffin candles are better for the removal of earwax and other substances while mixed candles are better for the resolution of other ear problems.
Beeswax candles burn hotter and are not recommended for
first time users. At Sheepish, we stock the mixed candles, paraffin candles and beeswax candles -- all at the same price.
You will probably want at least 2 ear candles, for one candle will candle one ear. Ear candles come with information.
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