Earplugs too big or too small: finding the right size

An earplug that hurts, falls out at night or softens almost nothing: nine times out of ten, it's a question of size. The ear canal varies from person to person, and even between your two ears. Here's how to find the right format for comfortable nights.

The signs of a wrong size

• Too big: it presses, it hurts, you feel unpleasant pressure, and it's hard to insert.
• Too small: it doesn't soften enough, it moves, and you find it in the sheets on waking.
• The right size: the earplug holds on its own without painful pressure, and the noise drops noticeably as soon as it's in place.

Why a soft tip changes everything

Rather than multiplying rigid sizes, a soft tip adapts to different canals by hugging their shape. That's the approach of Core: a soft silicone that conforms to your ear, with a flexible stem for hold. The aim is for a single design to suit as many people as possible, without the headache of "which size should I order?".

The simple test to check

Once the earplug is in place, speak out loud: your voice should resonate "from the inside" and outside noises drop noticeably. If nothing changes, the earplug isn't positioned well enough or isn't suitable. If it hurts, it's pushed in too far or too big. Adjust without forcing.

Your two ears aren't identical

It's normal: many people have a slightly different canal on the right and left. A soft tip handles this asymmetry better than a single rigid format. If one side holds less well, take the time to position it properly.

The role of hold

Size makes the seal; the flexible stem makes the hold. The two together stop the earplug slipping while you move at night. It's the combination that makes the difference between "it holds for 20 minutes" and "it holds until you wake".

And if it still doesn't work?

Give yourself a few nights: the right position becomes a reflex. If discomfort really persists, take a break and, in case of doubt (pain, irritation), seek a health professional's advice. Never force on an ear.

In short

The right size is the one that holds without pain and brings the noise down. A soft tip saves you the format headache, and a flexible stem ensures the hold. To find your comfort risk-free, Core comes with a 30-night trial — and in Duo and Trio if you want several shades once you've found the right fit.

Sleep in silence.
— The MUTELY Team