Ear Plugs for Sleeping

There are many reasons for wearing ear plugs for sleeping. And there are as many different types of earplugs. The best ones are molded ear plugs simply because they fit exactly to the contours of the individual ear, so not only do they keep out the noise which is the whole point, but equally importantly they are very comfortable. Anyone who has worn shop bought foam, silicone or wax earplugs knows that they can sit uncomfortably in the ear and so defeat the object of getting a good night’s sleep.

Molded ear plugs can be much more expensive than standard ones, but over the lifetime of a typical custom made pair, usually about 4 years, the cost per night is next to nothing – a tiny price to pay to guarantee noise-free slumber with all the health benefits that brings.

There can be however issues with some custom molded ear plugs in that they can be too hard, and thus uncomfortable. It’s best to ensure that they are made from soft but durable silicone.

Also if using one of the DIY kits available on the internet, the trick is to use slightly less of the product than recommended so the ear plug doesn’t irritate by sticking out too much and hence interfere with a good night’s sleep.

So for night shift workers sleeping during the day, for those whose partners snore, and indeed for anyone whose sleep is disturbed by noise, the simple solution of blocking out that noise with custom molded ear plugs is the best.