The Hopi, the oldest Pueblo people with great medicinal knowledge and a high degree of spirituality, brought this knowledge to Europe. The vapours are inhaled through the nose and into the lungs, where their therapeutic properties are circulated around the body via the blood. Many of the constituents of the candles have properties that calm and soothe the nervous system and also have the effect of lifting depression and promoting a "feel good factor". The ear candling treatment is enhanced by a massage to the face, neck, scalp and ears which includes pressure points, lymphatic drainage and gentle friction. This will stimulate energy, promote the circulation of lymph and blood, assist in the drainage of the sinuses as well as calming and soothing the nervous system.