Ear candles,the special technique from Germany,have a purely physical function.A light suction action (chimney effect) and the movement of the flame create a vibration of air in the eardrum.This induces a pleasant feeling of warmth and balance of pressure in the ears,forhead and sinuses.It is soothing and helpful for earache and headache,ear noise,stress and nervousness. Question: Is there any reason I should not use ear candles? Answer: Ear candles should not be used if you have a perforated ear drum, recent ear or sinus surgery, bleeding or draining of fluids from the ear or tubes in the ear. Question: Does ear candling really work? Answer: We have received very positive results reported with the use of our ear candles. This feedback has included relief from ear pain, ear problems, hearing problems, sinus problems, headaches and even infections have been reduced with the help of the natural essential oils in our herbal candles. Question: Do ear candles really extract wax from the ear? Answer: Yes and No. Ear candles can not really provide the suction necessary to extract much wax. Other manufacturers claim ear candles do but we know this to be false. If they did create that much suction or vacuuming effect it would be damaging and dangerous to the ear. Question: What is all that gunk left in the ear candle? Answer: That gunk left in an ear candle is a combination of burning muslin and melting wax. You may also see a small amount of powder left in the ear candle. Question: How many ear candles should be used per session? Answer: Typically 2 to 4 ear candles are recommended. Question: Can I do ear candling by myself? Answer: NO. You are using an open flame. It is important to have someone assist you when using ear candles.