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7 tips for self-care: the best ways to take care of yourself

Self-care is so popular for a reason. It's not a luxury — it's a necessity! Read on to find out how you can easily and effectively take better care of...

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What is SNR value?

The SNR value of earplugs provides an indication of the average attenuation in decibels (dB). This will help you choose the right hearing protection for any situation.

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How hearing works

The way hearing works is very interesting. All parts of the ear must work together correctly to capture sound and transmitit to the brain for interpretation.

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Cleaning your ears

When should you clean your own ears? How can you clean your ears safely? And, are cotton swabs really that bad for your ears?

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Misophonia

What is misophonia? What are the symptoms, triggers and causes of misophonia? And what can you do if you think you have this disorder?

Listening to the Future: World Hearing Day

Listening to the Future: World Hearing Day

Every year on March 3rd, we celebrate World Hearing Day. It's a time to focus on something we often take for granted: our hearing. This special day is all about...

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For Children & babies

Concentration in the classroom

Concentration in the classroom

We are seeing it more and more often; children wearing head phones in the classroom. Not the type that play music, but special children’s earmuffs. They make children less distracted and...

New from Alpine: Muffy Baby earmuffs with 24dB noise reduction

New from Alpine: Muffy Baby earmuffs with 24dB noise reduction

We’ve improved our bestseller for babies! The new Alpine Muffy Baby is now even more comfortable thanks to a lightweight design and a pre-defined angle for easy fitting. The adjustable...

Day out with your baby: keep this in mind!

Day out with your baby: keep this in mind!

A day out with your baby requires good preparation for a safe and relaxing experience. Choose baby-friendly locations and make sure there is a balance between activity and rest. Protect...

How can hearing damage in babies and children be prevented?

How can hearing damage in babies and children be prevented?

Baby and toddler ears are extremely vulnerable. They develop substantially during the first few years of your child's life. Parents often expose their children to loud noise without being aware that...

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Hearing protection and autism

Over sensitiveness to sound is very common among people with autism. If you suffer from over sensitiveness to sound, wearing hearing protection could help you. For example, at work or...

For party & music

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How to choose the right party earplug?

You’re looking for filter earplugs for festivals, concerts and going out.You value good hearing protection but still want to enjoy the music. In terms of universal hearing protection, Alpine offers...

What to bring to a festival? All essentials at a glance!

What to bring to a festival? All essentials at a glance!

What should you bring to a festival? With our handy checklist, you’ll be sure not to forget any festival must-haves!

Discover the new PartyPlug and PartyPlug Pro

Discover the new PartyPlug and PartyPlug Pro

The original Alpine PartyPlug was introduced in 2010. Since then, these earplugs have become the most popular choice for festivals and music events. We're delighted to introduce you to the new...

Going to a festival? Make the most of it with good preparation

Going to a festival? Make the most of it with good preparation

If you’re going to a festival, of course you want to enjoy it to the fullest. That requires good preparation. To make sure you don’t forget anything, we’ve listed all...

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How loud is the music at festivals, and when does the volume become harmful?

At any average festival, you can suffer permanent hearing damage within just 5 minutes. Have you ever had a buzz or ring in your ears after going to a festival...

Why do musicians use earplugs?

Why do musicians use earplugs?

Every musician benefits from earplugs to protect their hearing or to support their performance. On and around the stage, you’ll often find extremely large speakers and amplifiers. On the one...

For sleep & focus

Tips to improve your concentration

Tips to improve your concentration

Do you regularly find it difficult to concentrate on what you're doing? That's not surprising, as distractions are everywhere. Our focus is often better when it's quiet around us, but...

Is it bad to wear earplugs while sleeping?

Is it bad to wear earplugs while sleeping?

Veel mensen slapen met oordoppen in om sneller in slaap te vallen én dieper te blijven slapen. Slaap oordoppen dempen het omgevingsgeluid, zoals je snurkende liefde of langsrijdend verkeer. Ideaal....

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10 tips to fall asleep and stay asleep

Struggling to sleep? Discover 10 surprisingly simple tips to fall asleep faster and stay asleep. From routines and fresh air to the perfect earplugs: these tips will turn every night...

10 tips for dealing with a snoring partner

10 tips for dealing with a snoring partner

Getting a good night's sleep can be challenging if your partner or housemate snores. But what is snoring? How loud can it get? What causes it? How can your partner's...

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Do earplugs offer complete silence?

Sometimes you just need a moment of peace and quiet. For example, when you’re trying to work while your colleagues are already starting the happy hour, or when you want...

For travel & watersport

Noise nuisance on holiday

Noise nuisance on holiday

Looking to relax and recharge on holiday? Avoid the frustration of noise nuisance with these smart tips and solutions!

How to sleep better on the plane: 10 tips

How to sleep better on the plane: 10 tips

Sleeping better on the plane The key to sleeping well on a plane is good preparation. With these practical tips, you’ll be able to sleep much better on your next...

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Custom Swim Earplugs: Comfort, Protection, and Perfect Fit

No more water in your ears while swimming! Discover the comfort and convenience of custom swim earplugs.

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Using earplugs while diving: is it possible?

Watersport oordoppen zijn ideaal voor tijdens het zwemmen, surfen, waterskiën, wakeboarden… maar mag je deze oordoppen tijdens het duiken gebruiken?

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Packing list for a motorcycle holiday

With this checklist for a motorcycle holiday, you won't forget anything important and can hit the road optimally prepared!

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Packing list for a holiday

Packing list for a holiday (by plane) What should you take with you when travelling by plane? With our checklist for a holiday by plane (which you can add to...

For motorcycling & racing

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Does the wind bother your ears when you're cycling? Here's how to avoid it.

Does the wind bother your ears when cycling? This can be both annoying and harmful. The good news is: there is something you can do about it.

A helmet does not provide sufficient protection against hearing damage

A helmet does not provide sufficient protection against hearing damage

Motor magazine Promotor also conducted a sound test in their extensive motorcycle helmet review. They examined whether a helmet provides enough protection against wind noise and whether earplugs are necessary...

For DIY & home improvement

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Earplugs for studying and exams

Verbeter je concentratie met oordoppen of een oorkap tijdens het studeren of het maken van je examen. Extra focus met Alpine zorgt voor een geslaagd resultaat.

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This is how you stay super focused for your final exams

Have you been staring at your book for fifteen minutes without absorbing a single thing? Have you sneakily checked Snapchat four times and Instagram three times in the past hour?...

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10 do-it-yourself jobs that can cause hearing damage

10 do-it-yourself projects that can cause hearing damage When are you at risk of hearing damage during DIY? How many decibels do tools produce? And what is the best hearing...