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Eco-friendly Earplugs from Happy Ears

  • Our Story

    Happy Ears exists because more than 1Bil single use earplugs are used and thrown away every year.

     

    Founded in 2010, Happy Ears was born from its founder's loss of hearing (in one ear) after a surfing accident in Bali and a subsequent ear infection. Fortunately his hearing returned, but for one year he was forced to wear a bright orange earplug in one ear and a blue one in the other. He grew to hate these earplugs and vowed to create something better. After two years of design and development, Happy Ears were launched into hundreds of retail pharmacies in Sweden.

     

    Since our launch, Happy Ears has been fortunate to be the official partner of SXSW, Lollapalooza, Reeperbahn, Red Bull and many more. Happy Ears has also been recognized by the likes of Wired, Forbes, Vogue Japan, Cool Hunting, The Times UK, Women's Health, The Strategist and more.

     

    After many years selling at some of the world's largest retailers (Boots UK, MoMA, Nordstoms, Loft Tokyo, Selfridges, Colette Paris, etc) Happy Ears are now sold exclusively online @Happyearsearplugs. This decision was necessary to transition the company to becoming an eco-friendly earplug company...A product retailers simply were not ready for as they remain reliant on selling single use products.

     

  • Our Earplugs

    Since our inception in 2010 our focus has been to offer consumers a high quality reusable alternative to the "traditional" earplug.

     

    Offered in sizes small, medium and large, Happy Ears are offered with a unique oval shape and short soft stem. This design was made to replicate the inner ear canal to ensure comfort and effectiveness. We didn't start our journey making Eco-Friendly Earplugs. Our first objective was to make a great earplug for whatever the need. Our Original earplugs, which are made in Sweden, are made of an FDA approved medical grade plastic ensuring the highest quality possible. When used daily most use a single pair of Happy Ears for approximately one year. When used only occasionally for concerts, swimming or travelling one pair will last many years. This durability enhances sustainability.

     

    In 2020 Happy Ears broke away from its Original discrete earplug to launch Happy Ears Recycled, our first eco-friendly earplug. This earplug is made of 100% recycled plastics upcycled from our own production waste to further reduce Happy Ears environmental footprint. Yes, we make earplugs and they’re plastic, but our commitment to reduce industry waste stands in contradiction to an industry where more than 1Bil single use products are used and thrown away every year. When you know most use a single pair of Happy Ears (daily) for one year then you know if every earplug user simply made the change to Happy Ears, industry waste would be reduced by 90%+. Knowing this, we could have stopped with our Original and green-washed our way to success, but why accept any waste?

     

    In 2021 we launched Happy Ears OP, our newest eco-friendly earplug made of post consumer ocean plastics. Another industry first. Sourced from post consumer ocean plastics in the North Pacific and North Atlantic oceans, Happy Ears OP offer the exact same fit and functionality as our Original earplug.

     

    While every other reusable earplug company is focused on gimmicky filters, volume controls and bling, Happy Ears is focused on sustainability. No other earplug company is doing anything to reduce waste within our industry and for this we're really proud.

  • Our Packaging

    Setting the standard for eco-friendly packaging in the earplug industry.

     

    Eco-friendly earplugs not enough? Neither is "recyclable" packaging. Just as with our earplugs, we knew we could do better and we have. Happy Ears new packaging is recyclable, compostable and biodegradable. It's a game changer...It's truly eco and our customers are LOVING it!

Read what Nat Geo Travel had to say about Happy Ears eco-friendly earplugs - Sept, 2022

www.nationalgeographic.co.uk/travel/

Ocean Plastics Discovery Pack

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Introducing Happy Ears OP; The first reusable earplugs made of ocean plastics! Sourced from post consumer ocean plastics in the North Pacific and North Atlantic oceans, Happy Ears OP offer the exact same fit and functionality as our Original earplug. Happy Ears OP packaging is made of paper with water based ink making it both recyclable and compostable. So long foam earplugs!

 

To find the perfect earplug we strongly recommend first time customers start with one of our Discovery Packs. Our Ocean Plastics Discovery Pack includes a pair of our small, medium and large size Happy Ears and three cases also made of ocean plastics. This package is offered at a discounted price with free shipping and a money back guarantee. It’s the perfect starter kit!

Other companies have created different earplugs to convince you one is needed for sleep and another for concerts or swimming. Happy Ears has implemented simple Scandinavian design to create a single earplug for whatever your needs…
 
Sleep:
Since 2010, Happy Ears has helped more than 1mil customers sleep better. Designed and made in Sweden, Happy Ears are the most recognized reusable earplugs for sleeping. The reason – Happy Ears are offered in three sizes with a unique oval shape and short soft stem (great earplugs for side sleeping). Comfortable, reusable and extremely durable…Most use a single pair of Happy Ears for approximately one year. Start with one of our Discovery Packs and we guarantee you’ll sleep better too. For maximum sound reduction try our new Happy Ears Ocean Plastics, which have a CE Certified sound reduction rating of 27 dB.
 
Concerts:
No hi-fi hype, if Happy Ears fit your ears there are no better earplugs for concerts. The reason is simple: Happy Ears have been CE/UKCA certified to reduce volume 25dB (Original & Recycled) or 27 dB (Ocean Plastics) with the most even attenuation of ANY non-custom made earplug. The more even the attenuation the more natural the sound that enters your ear. Knowing this why would you use any other earplugs for concerts?
 
Swimming:
Happy Ears – “The comfortable earplug for swimming”…High quality waterproof earplugs that fit right and are water tight. Extremely durable too – Made in Sweden. Want to prevent swimmer’s ear? You’ll need an earplug that fits. To ensure a comfortable water tight fit we’ve made Happy Ears in sizes small, medium and large. This is essential for swimmers as ears are complex and no earplug is a one size fits all. Whether if you’re an avid open water swimmer, everyday pool swimmer or the seasonal swimmer, grab a pack of Happy Ears. Size and fit is critical for swimmers, so be sure to start with one of our Discovery Packs, which offer you a money back guarantee.
 
Travel:
Recognized by Nat Geo Travel in 2022 as being the “Best Earplugs for Travel”, Happy Ears are a must have accessory for every traveler. If the earplugs fit your ears they will seal to the base of your ear canal and alleviate air pressure when flying. Unlike traditional “airplane earplugs” Happy Ears give you the added benefit of a comfortable and discreet earplug to use when you arrive at your final destination. Perfect for sleeping in that noisy hotel, a long bus ride and/or for live events such as a concert or a Formula One race. Happy travels from Happy Ears!
 
Work/Study:
Want to help your child concentrate? Grab them a package of Happy Ears. Simple to use and extremely durable, Happy Ears will enhance a student’s concentration. In regards to work, the workplace has changed. Offices today are focused on “shared” spaces or one’s office is now at home where there can be many distractions. Wherever you work, Happy Ears are a simple accessory to help you work more efficiently.
 
Motorcycling:
Happy Ears unique oval shape ensures comfort and effectiveness while the earplug’s short soft stem fits seamlessly under any helmet. The same principle that applies to live events is relevant to motorcycling…Happy Ears are CE and UKCA certified to offer the most even attenuation of any non-custom made earplug. For motorcyclists, this means background wind and engine noise is reduced, but you are still able to “hear the road”. Being that this is critical to safety why would you ride with any other earplug?

In an effort to rid the world of wasteful single use earplugs we created our OP Discovery Pack to include a money back guarantee. This offering is simple – If the product does not fit or work for you, simply mail us at info@happyears.co (co not com) and we’ll refund your purchase. We do NOT offer partial refunds and this guarantee is only valid for one Discovery Pack per customer.

Recycled Discovery Pack

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Earplugs:
Happy Ears Recycled were originally launched in 2020 as the first eco-friendly earplug. The added benefit of Happy Ears Recycled is these all black earplugs will not discolor. This increased durability further reduces waste and enhances sustainability.
 
Offered in sizes small, medium and large, Happy Ears have a unique oval shape and short soft stem designed to replicate the inner ear canal. Earplugs are not a one size fits all product and the size of one’s ear canal has nothing to do with height, weight or gender. In an effort to help you find the perfect earplug we’ve created the Happy Ears “Discovery Pack” – A starter kit including our small, medium and large size earplugs offered at a discounted price with free shipping and a money back guarantee. So long foam earplugs!
 
CE Certified & UKCA Certified @ SNR 25 dB.
 
Made in Sweden quality – When used daily each pair lasts many months. When used occasionally, and stored in their case, each pair will last many years.
 
Packaging:
Happy Ears new eco-friendly packaging is made of paper with water based inks making it recyclable, compostable and biodegradable – Another first for the earplug industry!

Other companies have created different earplugs to convince you one is needed for sleep and another for concerts or swimming. Happy Ears has implemented simple Scandinavian design to create a single earplug for whatever your needs…
 
Sleep:
Since 2010, Happy Ears has helped more than 1mil customers sleep better. Designed and made in Sweden, Happy Ears are the most recognized reusable earplugs for sleeping. The reason – Happy Ears are offered in three sizes with a unique oval shape and short soft stem (great earplugs for side sleeping). Comfortable, reusable and extremely durable…Most use a single pair of Happy Ears for approximately one year. Start with one of our Discovery Packs and we guarantee you’ll sleep better too. For maximum sound reduction try our new Happy Ears Ocean Plastics, which have a CE Certified sound reduction rating of 27 dB.
 
Concerts:
No hi-fi hype, if Happy Ears fit your ears there are no better earplugs for concerts. The reason is simple: Happy Ears have been CE/UKCA certified to reduce volume 25dB (Original & Recycled) or 27 dB (Ocean Plastics) with the most even attenuation of ANY non-custom made earplug. The more even the attenuation the more natural the sound that enters your ear. Knowing this why would you use any other earplugs for concerts?
 
Swimming:
Happy Ears – “The comfortable earplug for swimming”…High quality waterproof earplugs that fit right and are water tight. Extremely durable too – Made in Sweden. Want to prevent swimmer’s ear? You’ll need an earplug that fits. To ensure a comfortable water tight fit we’ve made Happy Ears in sizes small, medium and large. This is essential for swimmers as ears are complex and no earplug is a one size fits all. Whether if you’re an avid open water swimmer, everyday pool swimmer or the seasonal swimmer, grab a pack of Happy Ears. Size and fit is critical for swimmers, so be sure to start with one of our Discovery Packs, which offer you a money back guarantee.
 
Travel:
Recognized by Nat Geo Travel in 2022 as being the “Best Earplugs for Travel”, Happy Ears are a must have accessory for every traveler. If the earplugs fit your ears they will seal to the base of your ear canal and alleviate air pressure when flying. Unlike traditional “airplane earplugs” Happy Ears give you the added benefit of a comfortable and discreet earplug to use when you arrive at your final destination. Perfect for sleeping in that noisy hotel, a long bus ride and/or for live events such as a concert or a Formula One race. Happy travels from Happy Ears!
 
Work/Study:
Want to help your child concentrate? Grab them a package of Happy Ears. Simple to use and extremely durable, Happy Ears will enhance a student’s concentration. In regards to work, the workplace has changed. Offices today are focused on “shared” spaces or one’s office is now at home where there can be many distractions. Wherever you work, Happy Ears are a simple accessory to help you work more efficiently.
 
Motorcycling:
Happy Ears unique oval shape ensures comfort and effectiveness while the earplug’s short soft stem fits seamlessly under any helmet. The same principle that applies to live events is relevant to motorcycling…Happy Ears are CE and UKCA certified to offer the most even attenuation of any non-custom made earplug. For motorcyclists, this means background wind and engine noise is reduced, but you are still able to “hear the road”. Being that this is critical to safety why would you ride with any other earplug?

Shipping:
All orders shipped from Malmo, Sweden via FedEx with tracking.
 
Returns:
This offering is simple – If the product does not fit or work for you, simply email us and we’ll refund your purchase (minus the shipping cost). We do not offer partial refunds and this guarantee is only valid for one Discovery Pack per customer.