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https://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/ear-infection/what-is-ear-candling

Is It Safe?
At its best, ear candling is a lousy way to remove wax. At its worst, it can cause serious harm to your ear. Its also risky to hold a lit candle close to your face. The flame or the melted wax could burn you.
Candle wax may even drip into your ear canal, clog the passage, and make you lose your hearing for a while. There are also reports of punctured eardrums after the candling process.
The FDA hasnt approved ear candles for any medical use. It has sent warnings to manufacturers and stopped the import of candles.

How Can I Remove Wax Safely?
Earwax removal is a delicate process. You have to be careful. Try over-the-counter ear drops. Or just drip a few drops of water or hydrogen peroxide down your ear canal. Let it drain into the wax for a few minutes, then turn on your side to let the liquid and wax slide out.
Dont stick objects in your ear to get rid of wax buildup. This can push the gunk deeper into your ear, which makes the problem worse.
Save the candles for your birthday cake.