Reply from Mighty Plugs: The World's Finest EarplugsSep 3, 2014
Dear Carmen:
I too wear this exact ear plug every night to block out my husband's loud snoring. It works wonderfully, and it is the HIGHEST BLOCKING (most sound suppressing) ear plug in existence; but to have it block out so much, you must follow (exactly), the preparation and insertion directions below, and you will then see why all the testimonials on our website page are true and accurate; plus you have our (30 day) guarantee test period, so please, for just ONE or TWO more days, follow the steps below for correctly (preparing & inserting) and allow this fine ear plug a chance to prove itself.
Please Note! Many adults with smaller ear canals pinch off at least (a third), and insert a smaller ear plug that fits their ear canal better, is more comfortable, seals easier and blocks out better. This can make a big difference, yet you only make it smaller if it is too large and uncomfortable.
1. Just as you are about to insert, take ONE ear plug and {work it or knead it} thoroughly between your fingers or hands for at least 15 seconds to make it soft, moldable and to disburse the Pure Lanolin throughout the ear plug. Pure Lanolin makes the ear plug slightly “tacky” so that it stays securely in the ear canal and seals it. When the ear plug is soft and moldable and ready to insert, it doesn't matter what shape it is; round, flat,long or narrow; just follow the next step. If you are going to pinch off to make a smaller ear plug, then now is the time.
2. Using the tip of your index finger, push FIRMLY & FLATTEN the ear plug IN and AGAINST your ear canal (until you feel a GOOD SEAL!)
IMPORTANT: If it doesn't seal immediately, then hold your finger pressed against the ear plug (with slight pressure) for a few more seconds and it will seal well.
3. Now take the other ear plug, prepare it the same way & insert it into the other ear. With both ear plugs inserted correctly & sealing the ear canals; now listen; you’ll hear very little or possibly no sound. It even gets better & better each time you wear them.
4. To Remove: Simply pinch the ear plug with your thumb & index finger and gently pull downward and out.
Carmen, please prepare and insert this fine ear plug for one or two more days or nights, and if for any reason you are dissatisfied, then write me again or phone the office at 800-226-1884, and I will most certainly send you the instructions for returning your order; but before going through an unnecessary effort of returning your order, please give this fine moldable ear plug, “A Fair Test”.
Most sincerely
Mary-BPI customer service