Ear Seeds Are The Wellness Trick That Actually Work

It's been a big week for ears.

First, ear-tickling got a good rep for anti-ageing, now ear-seeding is becoming the next big thing.

But, what are ear seeds?

Rooted in the world of acupuncture — the ancient Chinese medicine that works on the theory that blockages in the flow of energy can cause health problems, and can be cured with the insertion of fine needles into certain points on the body — ear seeds involve no pin pricks or clinics.

Instead, the tiny seeds can be planted at home and are claimed to help with issues from stress to jet lag, while boosting your mood and instilling a sense of calm.

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Last week I did ear seeding at @goop Toronto with @nuurvana. The concept is pretty cool! If you haven’t heard about this new wellness trend, they look like studded jewels & are positioned to target mini acupressure points on the ear. They stay for about a week and ultimately chill you out. You can push on them when you need to calm down. These sparkly studded ear seeds paired with my new @mejuri gold & sapphire tiny hoops are so cute together. Loved the combo & sorta hoping these seeds never fall off! Would you guys try them?

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Auriculotherapy, much like reflexology, works on the principle that the ear is a microsystem that reflects the entire body. By mapping these auricular points — there are around 100 in the ear — the seeds are used to apply a light, continuous compression that is believed to help alleviate symptoms.

The 'seeds' are tiny balls of pure silver or 24-karat gold attached to an adhesive sticker. The 24k gold is warming, stimulating and boosts blood supply, while silver is known for its cooling and dispersing properties.

Even the queen of wellness approves; at Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop wellness summit in New York this year, ear-seeders from Manhattan’s Yinova Center acupuncture clinic placed crystal-encrusted seeds onto three points to settle the mind, balance the nervous system and help create focus.

Beginners are encouraged to first visit a fully trained acupuncturist who will tailor a treatment plan and show you the most effective points to place the seeds.

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Auricolotherapy is the stimulation of specific points on the ear, which is believed to be a Microsystem of the entire body. . . How does it work? Small black beads from the vaccaria plant or small metal beads are placed with adhesive tape on specific acupressure points. The continuous mild pressure they exert are stimulated by pressing each seed, every few hours. The seeds or pellets are non invasive, unlike needles, meaning they do not puncture the skin. They are held into place by adhesive tape and are worn for 2-3 days. You can use it for: Weight loss Low Back Pain Diabetes PMS Shoulder pain Knee pain Fatigue Stress Insomnia Dizziness Headache/migraines Constipation Fatigue Neck pain Enhance vision Dizziness . . I will be bringing these Awesome Ear Seeds to you Farmington! Why not give them a try! Text (505)793-1861 to make your appointment! #soothingtortoisemassage #earseeding

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