Clean and dry the outside of your ear. Ear seeds should always go outside your ear, never in your ear canal.

Identify the desired point from the package’s diagram or our Ear Mapping Guide. An acupuncturist can also help you choose and apply the seeds to the best points for your needs.

Use tweezers to apply the ear seed to the point on each ear. Ear seeds typically come pre-attached to adhesive tape; try not to touch the sticky side of the tape. Press gently on the tape to make sure it sticks.

Massage ear seeds gently. Do this two to three times each day or when you have symptoms. Apply pressure by rubbing the seeds in a circular motion for one to three minutes.

Change them regularly. Ear seeds may fall off independently after about three to five days. It’s not recommended to leave them on for more than five days, even if they’re still in place.

Remove them. You can use tweezers or your nails. To ensure seeds don’t fall into your ear canal, tilt your head so your ear faces the ground before removing them. If a seed does fall into your ear and doesn’t come out, contact your healthcare provider as soon as possible.