There are varying views as to whether or not ear candles are able to accomplish the results for which they are intended.
 It seems like most people either believe in the benefits of them or do not believe they work at all.
 The candles are cotton or linen ones that are dipped in wax and sometimes have honey or other essential oils added as well.
They are used by placing one end of the candle in the outer ear while lighting the end that is away from the ear.
 The heat that is accumulated by it burning is intended to help melt ear wax and other excess buildup of debris in the ear.
  The process of ear candling is used by alternative treatment practitioners for several potential purposes.
 They are used as a way to try to get the ears cleaner than traditional cleaning methods .
 Supporters of the use of this treatment believe they can be used to help to clear toxins and bacteria out of the ears and the sinus cavities.
 Therefore, the process is intended to help treat ear aches, ear infections and sinus infections.
Those who advocate their use believe they can help with hearing loss in some cases as well.
 They are supposed to be used to help clean toxins and other buildup in the ear to make it easier to have clear hearing.
  Ear problems can cause difficulty with keeping balance and maintaining proper equilibrium.
 The ear candles are supposed to be able to help with problems such as these as well.
 They might even be able to aid those people who are suffering from ringing in the ears and other related ear problems.
They are also supposed to be able to help treat migraines as well as sinus headaches.
 The relaxing effects ear candling sessions are to be able to help reduce stress and rejuvenate a person's energy.
 Diehard believers in their use even believe that the candling can help to improve total body health of the mind, body and spirit.