Since early 2021, the hashtag #earseeding has hit over 200,000 views on TikTok, with the ‘ear seed’ channel reaching over 80million views and ear seeding kits being bought more widely. The word is definitely out about this traditional chinese acupressure technique that you can now purchase and use at home.
Ear seeding studios and sellers have launched across the UK so it can be confusing to someone looking to try ear seeding for the first time.
AcuPips stands out for one big reason, this lady here: Zoe Young.
As well as holding a BSc degree in Acupuncture, Zoe trained for 4 years at the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine and is a member of the British Acupuncture Council. After using Ear Seeds in her practice, she was often asked by patients for ‘at home’ help between treatments or when away and so AcuPips Home Kits were born.
“I was often being asked for a way to treat at home as patients loved the ear seeds so much.â€
Ear seeding is not a case of one size fits all and so having the expert support makes all the difference. Ear seeds can be used for a variety of ailments so getting the right kit and using it correctly is vital.
“I studied two styles of Chinese Medicine: Traditional and Five Element Acupuncture meaning I can treat people with both physical and mental ailments. Ear seeds can be used for a variety of issues but getting the right product out to people is really important.â€
Each AcuPips home kit comes with a detailed instruction and guidance booklet to make sure new users are confident in their usage.
“Anyone using AcuPips will have all the support they need to get it right.†Says Zoe.
Often, Zoe is approached with quite complex cases that doctors have struggled to treat but she can come up with a bespoke treatment plan to help on request too.
With ear seeding, as with any complimentary and alternative therapy, it is best to contact a licensed acupuncture practitioner to find out how to use them best for your particular issue.