Matt Walker, neuroscientist and global authority on sleep, on why earplugs are essential for better rest – and why Loop Dream is his top pick.

“Science shows that earplugs improve both the quantity and quality of sleep. They let you access deeper REM sleep – they’re a gamechanger. I’ve been using them for over a decade, and Loop Dream for a couple of months now. The foam-fit ear tips are especially critical for sleep.”