What can I wear to sleep to block out noise?

I spent a summer working the graveyard shift at a call center, so I know exactly what it's like when the world never quiets down. I'm sure you know as well, right? Maybe you have a partner who snores like a freight train or a neighbor who thinks 2 am is the best time to practice their drums. You've tried heavy duty silicone earplugs, but woke up with a dull, throbbing ache in your ear canals. You've also tried a white noise machine, but that only gives you something else to focus on. I've been there and know exactly how frustrating it can be when you're exhausted but your brain is stuck on a loop of every minuscule sound in the room.

As someone who speaks with potential customers daily, I frequently get asked "What can I wear to block out noise?" Truthfully, I don't suggest wearing more gear; I suggest wearing smarter gear. The problem with earbuds or traditional headphones is that they weren't designed for sleeping. They're hard, they either get jammed into your ear canal or press against your temple, and, sometimes, they fall off halfway through the night leaving you staring at the ceiling and unable to get back to sleep.

You shouldn't look for something to plug your ears, but something to cradle them. That's why we intentionally crafted SleepPhones® headphones. With ultra thin, padded speakers nestled inside a soft, breathable headband, nothing hard digs against your skull. Instead, the speakers gently rest over your ears, making you feel like you're being hugged by a soft cloud. Because the headband sits flush against your head, you can lie on your side without pressure or pain while listening to a consistent, smooth layer of sound that actually masks the outside noises keeping you awake.

Since total silence can be quite loud when you're trying to sleep, the key is creating a comfortable cocoon of sound. With SleepPhones® headphones, you aren't just blocking out noise, you're replacing it with something you actually want to hear, in the most comfortable way possible.

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