Some may find this post disgusting, inaccurate, or offensive.
Years ago, I discovered ear candles, a slick way of getting wax out of my ears and thus improving my hearing. I think it's pretty fascinating and just plain good hygiene. Here's how it works: you need an assistant - especially since you're dealing with fire. Cut a hole in a paper plate, then put the ear candle through it. (This way, the plate catches any burnt candle, as opposed to fire falling onto your hair -- NOT good.) Position the pointy end of the ear candle into your ear, tightly. Light the ear candle at the far end and lay perfectly still on your side, as shown below.
As the candle burns, it creates a suction effect that pulls the wax from your ear canal. Once an inch or two has burned, have your assistant clip the candle and let it fall into a bowl of water. Once it burns down to a safe distance from the plate, extinguish the candle. Then comes the FUN part! Unravel the candle at the pointy tip to reveal the wax that has turned into a powdery, claylike substance. It's really fascinating!
Ear candles can be purchased for just a few dollars at your local health food store. Love 'em!
Note: After reading about Ear Candles on Wikipedia, scientists argue their effectiveness. Any thoughts? Experiences?
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