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The SHOCKING Truth About Wearing Earphones In Bed.. And How To Fix It.

More experts are warning against bedtime earbuds—and what those "in the know" are switching to instead.

Written by June Wilcox - Published on Feb 28, 2023

For millions of people, falling asleep without sound just isn’t an option.

Studies show that millions of people around the world, just like you, rely on some kind of audio to distract their minds and drift off peacefully.

Maybe it’s a podcast that helps you forget the day.

Maybe it’s white noise to block out snoring.

Maybe it’s soft music that drowns out the racing thoughts.


Infact, Over 60% of adults now say they regularly listen to audio in bed. And for most, that means one thing: earphones.


At first, they seem like a harmless habit.


But doctors, audiologists, and even sleep researchers are quietly sounding the alarm: we were never meant to sleep with earphones in.


And the long-term effects could be more harmful than you think.


The Hidden Dangers of Sleeping With Earphones

We live in a world of convenience. So when sleep headphones became a trend—especially for people who shared a bed—they felt like a godsend.

But now, after a decade of “sleeping with tech,” users are discovering the side effects nobody told them about.


Or waking up with sore, aching ears and the imprint of a headphone pressed into your skin?

You’re not alone. For millions, the quest to enjoy audio in bed turns into a nightly battle against discomfort.

1. Physical Damage to Ears and Skin


Sleeping with earbuds puts constant pressure on the skin around the ear.


This can quickly lead to:

- Inflammation and irritation of the ear canal.

- Swelling or pain in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ)

- Skin breakdown or cysts forming around the tragus or helix

Even open sores in chronic cases

2. Wax Blockages and Hearing Risk


Earbuds trap wax inside the canal, especially when worn for hours at a time. This can lead to:


- Blocked ears and muffled hearing

- Increased risk of ear infections

- Temporary or even permanent hearing loss


This damage is so gradual, it's possibly happening right now and you would never know.

3. Interrupted Sleep and Brain Disruption


Studies show that using earbuds in the ear increases micro-wakeup as you move around, which reduces the quality of sleep.. and your mood the next day.


In other words: if your audio solution is causing physical discomfort, it’s not actually helping you sleep.

4. Accidental Strangulation and Choking Hazards


Even now, with Bluetooth, many people use wired headphones in bed. Several cases have been reported of:


- Children and the elderly becoming entangled in cords can create strangulation risks.

- Sudden arousals and panic due to wrapped cords around the neck


This isn’t alarmism. It’s basic physiology. Your body wasn’t designed to rest while something is inserted in your ear, pressed against your head, or wrapped around your throat.


The Answer Isn’t “No Sound.” It’s “No Contact.”

Let's be clear: giving up your favorite podcasts, audiobooks, or calming soundscapes at bedtime isn't the solution.


The real problem is the painful, intrusive way we’ve been forced to listen.


But what if you could experience immersive, private audio without anything pressing in or on your ears?


What if comfort and quality sound could finally coexist in your bed?



Introducing Sleepbar 

The revolutionary under-pillow speaker designed to give you the freedom to listen to what you love, all night long, in unparalleled comfort. It's not just about hearing; it's about feeling good while you do it.

How it Works

The Sleepbar uses a form of bone conduction, which has been studied for decades in military and medical applications.

Instead of sending sound into the air which then become muffled by the pillow, it sends gentle micro-vibrations which essentially turn the pillow into an earphone.

How to Use It

Step 1: Connect To Your Phone

Connect wirelessly to your smartphone, tablet, laptop or smart TV (if it supports wireless headphones!).

Step 2: Slip Under Your Pillow

Place it just below where your ear normally rests.

Step 3: Listen In Comfort

Sleepbar can play music, sleep sounds and more, gently through your pillow.

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“With earbuds, I was just coping. With the Sleepbar, I’m actually sleeping.”

How does it compare with earphones?


Sleepbar

Earphones

Comfortable For Side-Sleeping


Comfortable For Side-Sleeping

No Risk Of Infection Or Damage


No Risk Of Infection Or Damage

Auto Shut Off (30, 60, 90 mins)


Auto Shut Off (30, 60, 90 mins)

Doesn't Disturb Your Partner


Doesn't Disturb Your Partner

No Painful Wires or Buds


No Painful Wires or Buds

All Night on One Charge


All Night on One Charge

Works With All Apps


Works With All Apps

Create A Calming Sleep Ritual


Create A Calming Sleep Ritual

FREE App with Sleep Sounds


FREE App with Sleep Sounds

Transform Your Sleep Today

People Are Ditching Their Painful, Expensive Earphones for Sleepbar.

“I fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer”

I used to toss and turn for over an hour most nights, scrolling through my phone or fiddling with earphones. With the Sleepbar under my pillow, I’m usually out cold within 10–15 minutes. No sore ears, no lost earbuds, no partner complaining. It’s honestly changed my sleep routine.

  • David Alaba

    • Verified Buyer

“My husband can finally sleep through the night too”

I’ve always needed calming sounds to fall asleep, but headphones gave me headaches and would wake him up. This tiny speaker has been a lifesaver. It’s quiet, discreet, and the sound stays right where it should — under my pillow. We both sleep better now.


  • Serena Gon

    • Verified Buyer

“Didn’t expect much… now I use it every night”

I honestly thought this would be another gadget I’d try once and forget. But I’ve used it every night for three weeks straight. It just works. You hear the audio perfectly, but it doesn’t disturb anyone. I use it with Spotify and a sleep timer, and I’m out like a light.

  • Rayul Mike

    • Verified Buyer

“Helps my dad with sleep — and peace of mind for me”

helps calm his mind without the discomfort. It’s easy for him to use and it’s become part of his nightly routine.


  • Anna Chirstin

    • Verified Buyer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sleepbar work with all pillow types?

Sleepbar® is designed to work best with soft, compressible pillows — like hollow fibre or thin memory foam.


If using a denser pillows such as gel, latex, or thick memory foam, we recommend placing the sleepbar on top of your pillow, with a thinner hollow fiber pillow on top.

I share a bed, will my partner hear it? 

Sleepbar® is one of the most partner-friendly ways to listen at night — without the discomfort of in-ear headphones.


Our pillow conduction technology directs sound upward through your pillow and into your ear, with minimal room spill.


Our users tell us that at low to medium volumes, they can enjoy their audio without disturbing the person next to them.

Does Sleepbar work if i sleep on my back? 

Sleepbar® is designed for side sleeping — where your ear is closest to the pillow.

If you sleep on your back, you likely won’t hear much.


That’s by design: to keep your audio private, the sound is directed straight up — not around your head.


For back sleepers, our Drift Audio Sleep Mask or Headband may be a better fit.

Is Sleepbar safe, and can it overheat?

We hear a lot of people asking this question - but are yet to find a single customer reporting that their device is even a little bit warm!


Sleepbar® doesn't contain any components that can "heat up" during use - and it consumes very little power during use. It's also manufactured to stringent European safety standards - so you know it will be high quality and free of faults.

How does the shutdown timer work?

By double tapping the power button you can activate a 30, 60 or 90 minute shutdown timer. This saves battery, and also means your device isnt left playing if you fall asleep.


You can also control the timer from the Dusker Audio App, where you have the freedom to set specific time options from 1 minute.. through to an entire night.

Is it safe to keep a wireless device by my head all night?

Bluetooth is everywhere these days. It's the same technology you'll find in your earphones, computer keyboard and your cars. Infact - there's a good reason for this.. its incredibly safe.


But based on all current research, using Bluetooth devices poses no meaningful health risks.


For your peace of mind, the shutdown timer and distance from the head (separated by a pillow), should bring you more comfort than wearing in ear earphones.

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