Everyone. 

If you snore, have trouble sleeping, wake up with a dry mouth, or want to boost your workouts — try Intake. Trust us.  Actually, we considered ourselves pretty good at breathing through our nose—until we tried Intake, and realized there was a whole world of air out there that we didn’t even know we were missing. But if you do have a history of allergies, sinus infections, a deviated septum, or anything that makes it difficult for you to breathe, Intake may help greatly. 

Do the magnets go inside your nose?

Yikes! This is America, not Dante’s Inferno. Intake sits comfortably on the outside of your nose. The magnets are secured on the ends of the reusable Band, and the breathing Tabs (which contain the steel disk the magnet attaches to) are designed to adhere to the outer skin on your nose, just above each nostril. Check out our Application video. This product is simple, straightforward, and delivers precisely what it promises—no fancy bells or whistles, just a reliable solution that does the job well. This is something that's easy to use and doesn't require a lot of setup or configuration. It should be affordable, too, without sacrificing quality or performance. Simply put, You're looking for a perfect product that does the job without any unnecessary frills or gimmicks. If you’ve searched high and low for a nose-breathing solution and had to settle for sticking something up your nose, don’t worry: Intake is comfortable and noninvasive. 

Is this another snake oil gimmick?

Intake is a simple, straightforward product that delivers precisely what it promises. No fancy bells or whistles, just a reliable solution that does the job well. It's easy to use and doesn't require a lot of setup or configuration. It's affordable without sacrificing quality or performance. Simply put, this is a perfect product that does the job without any unnecessary frills or gimmicks.

Our users say it’s “life changing”

Intake was designed to hold up to the most intense workouts and conditions, and that’s what makes it SO effective for nightly wear. Our two part system and size range means your nose will be held open more than you’ve ever felt, and it will stay that way until you take it off.  Not only has it been described by our Members as “life changing”, it has also been said to save marriages. We stand by our product. If you’re not happy with it within the first 30 days of use we will give you your money back.*

Will Intake help with snoring and sleep?

There are many different reasons why one might snore or have trouble sleeping, so we hesitate to definitively say yes to this question. However, we have thousands of users report incredible benefits to wearing Intake to sleep, including huge reductions or complete silence from snoring, deeper sleep, and, in some cases, even relief from sleep apnea*. 

* Note: you should always consult your doctor when seeking medical or health-related advice. Intake does not recommend that you stop the use of any doctor-recommended products that may be helping you breathe, such as a CPAP machine. If you would like to try Intake to replace any current doctor recommended or prescribed breathing aid, please check with your doctor first to be sure it is safe.

*Note: Our money-back guarantee only applies to the Intake Starter Kit. If you purchase a subscription or membership with us we do not offer refunds. 

Absolutely!

Nose breathing during activity is more important than you may think. Nose breathing has been proven to boost oxygen absorption, lower your heart rate, optimize performance, and so much more. Intake is suitable for the vast majority of sports, activities, and training regimens. We designed Intake specifically with both athletes and the average gym-goer in mind, and we’re happy to say that we hold up exceptionally well for everything from football to yoga to motocross. The only sports that might compromise Intake’s wear time are those with substantial facial contact, such as grappling or boxing, and water sports. To learn more about the importance of nose breathing, we recommend checking out our science page or simply googling "the importance of nose breathing". You may be surprised how much you learn about why it's so essential to your health!

Why should I wear this? 

Breathing exclusively through your nose has been scientifically proven to be superior to breathing through your mouth, particularly during strenuous exercise. So why have we all heard “in through the nose, out through the mouth” (also, why do we all still breathe through our mouths anyway)? Because, for most people, exclusively nose-breathing during increased heart rates wasn’t possible before Intake. During sharp nasal inhales, our nostrils suck themselves shut, making comfortable and sustainable breathing extremely difficult. Intake keeps your nose open, ensuring you can breathe deeply without strain, giving you access to all the oxygen you need. It’s a humble improvement on human evolution, if we do say so ourselves.

Why do we cost more? 

Because we are better. It’s pretty obvious — Nasal Strips are basically bandaids. They’re flimsy, single use, and since you’re here reading this you probably agree… they don’t work that well. Intake is made from high quality Nylon-12 plastic, neodymium magnets,, and includes a case, applicator, multiple band sizes, and an optional subscription for even greater savings. Even with these huge differences — If you’re on our subscription plan you’re only spending a couple more cents per use. 

No, they're not just shiny

The magnetic aspect of Intake is simply the best way we could find for the product to hold on to the nose without being a single strip (like a common nasal strip). We tried velcro and all sorts of things to keep the rigid band stuck on the nose, but we found that it's actually vital to use magnets. The two magnets on the end of the band attract to the dome shaped disc inside the Tab creating two points of contact on either side of your nose. This allows the magnets to hold tight, while creating a sort of 'floating' property about the Band. The nose moves a lot more than you may realize, so we needed the Tabs to stay stuck while the Band was able to 'float' on top of them. Trust us- we put a lot of thought into this little thing!

Intake doesn’t fall off  

Intake’s two-part design allows longer wear time than nasal strips—it won’t come off while you’re sleeping, and it won’t come off while you’re exercising. Here’s how the design helps Intake achieve longer wear: when you wear a nasal strip, you’re relying on the adhesive to both open your nose and stick to your skin. Because the adhesive has to do two jobs, it loses its effectiveness fairly quickly. With Intake, the adhesive just has to stay stuck, while the Band does the work of opening your nose.

Intake opens your nose wider

Intake can open your nose up to 70% wider than disposable nasal strips.  Intake is a strong, rigid Band that comfortably holds your nose open to a fixed point using your choice of our six available sizes. Nasal strips, on the other hand, collapse upon inhale and don’t hold your nose open as wide.

Intake doesn’t pull your skin off  

Nasal strips used to pull the skin off the bridge of our nose… they were painful and left our nose red and irritated. Intake won’t do that. The Band that we use pulls from medical grade adhesive that gently holds to the sides of your nose. The way that the magnets hold to the tabs keeps the pull centered, so your skin isn’t fighting the adhesive the whole time you’re wearing it. 

I breathe pretty well, would this still help?

YES! In fact, most of us at Intake breathe well through our noses without aid—and we’ve seen such a big difference while using Intake that we can’t imagine exercising without it. Here’s what we’ve learned: even a physiologically perfect nose isn’t able to deliver enough oxygen to the body on its own during increased heart rates, so you won’t be able to reap the full benefits of nasal breathing without a nasal dilator. We designed Intake to open your nose to its widest capacity, and keep it open, so if you’ve tried traditional nasal dilators and not found much of a difference, Intake could be an especially good option for you. To learn more, please visit our Science Page. 

Give your body some time 

Exercise: 

It takes time for your body to adjust to a new breathing method. We’ve found that 3 to 4 full workouts with Intake seems to be the magic number for the body to begin adjusting to nasal breathing. After that time, you’ll see a substantial difference in your endurance and recovery. You’ll reap the most benefits with continued use. It helps to practice first without Intake: try incorporating nose-breathing into a couple of workouts to build physical recognition of nasal breathing, and then try it with Intake. If you’re trying Intake, it’s probably because you have been mouth-breathing your whole life. Give your body a chance to adjust and be patient! 

Sleep: 

Similar to our advice for exercising with Intake, seeing results with your snoring or sleep quality can also take some time. Some people see results after the first use, and some may take several nights to see the difference. This is because your body has been used to breathing through its mouth for so long that it may need some time to adjust to an open nose. Our advice is to keep it up! The more you let your body adjust to nose breathing, the less it will mouth breathe. 

Let’s talk about snoring

Snoring can be hard to stop. Most people snore chronically, meaning that every night, "no matter what", they are being shaken awake by their partner and told to shut it (literally). If you’re utilizing Intake to help your snoring and you feel like it’s not working, here are some reasons why that may be. 

1. Give it some time 

For some people putting Intake on the first night completely eliminates their snoring. For others, snoring can be caused by other reasons besides difficulty nose breathing, and you may need to supplement Intake with other solutions to teach your body how to breathe correctly.  If you just started using Intake please give it at least a couple weeks of consistent use before deciding it doesn’t work for you. 

2. I have given it a couple weeks and it’s still not working 

If you are still not seeing the results you are looking for it’s probably because there is more at play here than just difficulty nose breathing. Snoring happens when your mouth opens and you start mouth breathing. It could be that your bed slopes down at a slight angle, that you have the wrong pillow, that you have been drinking alcohol before bed, that you have allergens in your room, or you have or are starting to be at risk for sleep apnea. We usually recommend that you try a mouth tape or chin strap to keep your mouth from opening, while continuing to use Intake to hold your nose open. If the problem persists we recommend seeing a Doctor who specializes in sleep. While your partner may be affected by your snoring- you are too! 

All Intake Breathing products have a 2-year shelf life from the date of manufacture. That means you can store them unopened and unused for up to two years without worrying about loss of effectiveness.

Here are a few tips to help maximize product longevity:

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Keep the packaging sealed until you’re ready to use
• Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures or humidity

If you have any questions about the date on your packaging or want help checking the shelf life of your order, feel free to reach out—we’re happy to help!