Hello everyone! Let’s dive into the world of ear seeds, shall we? If you’re not familiar with them, you’re in for something special. Ear seeds are a real game-changer, but before we get into the details with an ear seeds expert, let me share how I got hooked on them.
Around six years ago, I was going through a really rough patch with anxiety—it was overwhelming, and I couldn’t manage it at all. Living alone made it even tougher, and I was open about my struggles with everyone. During that time, someone recommended I see an acupuncturist. Although I was apprehensive about the idea of having needles placed all over my body, I decided to give it a try.
After my first appointment, I fell in love with the experience. I’d lie down on the acupuncturist’s table, and within minutes, I’d be asleep. The hour-long nap was incredibly refreshing, and before I left, I’d get ear seeds applied to my ears with instructions to press on them whenever I felt anxious. I trusted my acupuncturist completely, so I followed her advice diligently, and those ear seeds worked wonders. They were definitely the highlight of my treatment, giving me a sense of calm for days after each session.
Fast forward a few years, I moved to a new place and found a different acupuncturist. Although the new practitioner was skilled, I started having panic attacks during the sessions, which was unexpected. One time, I even left the room with needles still in me, needing them removed immediately. I decided to pause my acupuncture sessions for the time being, but as soon as things get back to normal, finding a new acupuncturist is at the top of my list. I really miss those power naps and, of course, my beloved ear seeds!
In the meantime, I found a solution to my ear seed craving. Recently, a friend sent me a link to some stylish ear seeds on Instagram, and I was thrilled! I didn’t even know you could buy ear seeds for self-application, and they looked so chic—like tiny gold piercings, which is totally my style. I ordered them right away and discovered they were created by Mona Dan, the founder of Vie Healing. I reached out to Mona and invited her to share more about ear seeds with us here on the blog.
Mona Dan: Hi there, I’m Mona Dan, the founder of VIE HEALING. We offer holistic products designed to support wellness at home, and we have spa locations in Los Angeles focusing on Chinese Medical treatments like acupuncture and more.
When it comes to ear seeds, they’re truly amazing! They stimulate pressure points on the ear, sending signals to the brain, which then triggers the right responses in the body. Our 24k gold magnetic seeds give even stronger stimulation without needing extra manipulation. Plus, they look great!
You don’t need any experience to use them at home. Just clean your ear with alcohol, use your fingers or tweezers to place the seed on the desired spot, and press down. They stay on for 3-5 days and are not reusable. You don’t have to be overly precise—being within a centimeter of the point is fine. If you notice no effect, just try to be a bit more precise next time.
Gold in the ear seeds has great benefits. It’s tonifying and works with the magnets to balance the body’s energy. For anxiety and back pain, I recommend using points like shen men and others along the ear ridge to match the area of your pain.
Finally, ear seeds can be used by anyone, but it’s important to remove them every 3-5 days to avoid discomfort from the indentation they leave.
Ear seeds were a lifesaver for me, and I hope you find them helpful too!