These Earplugs Are a Dream for Side Sleepers

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I’ve always considered myself a good sleeper, so using earplugs on a regular basis was never part of my routine.

Plus, any time I had worn earplugs in the past, I found they fell out of my smaller ears, making them more of a distraction than a sleep aid.

Between frequent work travel and moving to noisy New York City recently, I finally decided to revisit earplugs—and haven’t looked back since trying the Loop’s Dream earplugs.

Designed specifically for sleepers, Loop’s Dream earplugs are made from a super soft silicone that I barely feel in my ear—in fact, they almost feel like they’re supposed to be in there.

The circular, flatter shape is designed to fit snugly in your ear canal and stay in place all night (or all nap) long, making them perfect for side sleepers like me.

The problem with typical earplugs and sleeping on your side is that the pressure from the pillow pushes the earplugs deeper into the ear than they should, leading to discomfort or the earplugs falling out completely.

The Dream’s thoughtful design avoids that issue entirely.

Noise from New York City bars, loud pedestrians, and honking horns is muffled with these in.

On airplanes, the engine noise is much less distracting, especially when it’s time to snooze on a long-haul journey—and if you’re sleeping next to a snoring partner, these will definitely help.

Traveling with the Loop Dream earplugs is refreshingly low-maintenance, too.

They come with a compact carrying case that slips easily into a purse, carry-on, or even a jacket pocket, so I never have to dig around for them mid-flight or at bedtime.