Ear candling is used primary for cleaning the ears and to promote a healthy atmosphere in the ears, sinus cavities and throat. The process can regulate pressure, assist with postnasal drip, sinusitis, catarrh, migraines, some forms of hearing loss, restoration of equilibrium, relieving tinnitus, vertigo and meniere's syndrome.

The healing properties of the hopi earcandle have its foundation in two primary physical actions. Firstly, the slight underpressure (the chimney effect) inside the earcandle and the vibration of the rising air column serve to gently massage the eardrum and promote secretion in the frontal and paranasal sinuses. This has an immediate subjective effect of regulating ear pressure. Users often describe a soothing, light sensation in the ear/head area. Secondly, the locally applied warmth stimulates vascularization, invigorates the immune system and reinforces the flow of lymph. At the same time, important acupuncture points and reflex zones are stimulated.

The herbs in ear candles have been used for centuries for their specific healing qualities.

Ear candling dates back as far as 2500 BC. Used by the egyptians, the Chinese the tibetians and other cultures who had the right idea when they practiced earcandling Thousands of years ago.
The same was true of the aztecs, incas and mayans who used "cones" in their religous Ceremonies.

Today different therapists, healthcareproviders and spas do practise candling.