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Ear seeds gain popularity among celebrities and influencers
Ear seeds are tiny objects pressed onto specific points on the ear, similar to acupuncture but without needles.
They come from traditional Chinese medicine and are said to help with stress, anxiety, and other issues.
Recently, they've become very popular, especially among celebrities and influencers.
You can find them at events, spas, and wellness clubs.
Some people use them for health reasons, while others like them as a trendy accessory.
However, not all claims about their benefits are well-studied, and some professionals caution against overuse or misleading marketing.
Ear seeds are gaining popularity among celebrities, influencers, and at high-profile events.
They are a form of acupressure rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, claimed to help with anxiety, stress, and addiction.
Ear seeds are available at various prices and locations, from $5 add-ons to $60 spa treatments.
Modern ear seeds come in stylish designs, including Swarovski crystals and neutral-tone seeds.
Some professionals caution against overuse and misleading marketing claims about their cosmetic benefits.
- Who
- Celebrities, influencers, and wellness enthusiasts
- What
- Ear seeds, a form of acupressure rooted in traditional Chinese medicine
- Where
- Corporate events, wellness pop-ups, birthday parties, spas, and social wellness clubs
- When
- Recently, with increased popularity at events like the U.S. Open and New York Fashion Week
- Why
- To manage symptoms of anxiety, stress, and addiction, and as a fashionable accessory
Key facts
- Origin
- Traditional Chinese medicine
- Purpose
- Manage symptoms of anxiety, stress, and addiction
- Cost
- $5 to $60
- Materials
- Vaccaria plant seeds, Swarovski crystals, and neutral-tone seeds
- Celebrity Users
- Lisa, Naomi Campbell, Eric Kendricks, Ava Lee
Quotes
Sandra Chiu
Acupuncturist and founder of Lanshin in New York City’s Brooklyn borough
“That’s far too many at once. It can make you feel worse, not better, if you don’t receive proper guidance.”
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“In traditional Chinese medicine, ‘every organ, limb and body region has a corresponding zone in the ear.’”
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Kristen Williams
Acupuncturist and founder of Capri Acupuncture in Denton, Texas
“I’m now being invited to ear seed at corporate events, wellness pop-ups and birthday parties.”
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Eric Kendricks
Professional football player and linebacker with the San Francisco 49ers
“I say to my teammates, ‘Hey, look at my ears right now,’ to show them how invested I am in taking care of my body.”
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Nicole Harkness
Acupuncturist and founder of Haystack Acupuncture in Manhattan
“I typically offer ear seeds as a free add-on to other treatments. Other acupuncturists may charge as little as $5 to apply them.”
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Salome Andrea
Influencer in Salt Lake City
“It’s like piercings without the actual piercing.”
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Gudrun Wu Snyder
Acupuncturist and founder of Moon Rabbit Acupuncture in Chicago
“To get a snatched face with ear seeding, or saying it will make you skinnier, feels to me like selling something that’s not real.”
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Felice Chan
Acupuncturist and founder of Felice Acupuncture in Los Angeles
“In LA, something like cupping marks are a fashion statement. Whenever you go to Erewhon, you always get stopped and asked where you go for treatments.”
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