Glasses with thin frames will likely fare better against noise cancelling pressure. Looser headphones, that let in more outside noise, might be more comfortable. The thickness of the ear pad may also make a difference, so look for headphones with thick, plush ear pads.
Should glasses hurt your ears?
Between carrying frames, supporting masks and holding onto jewelry and ear buds, there is no wonder that glasses hurt ears. Any pain occurring behind the ears is likely a result of frames being too tight. If glasses are too small they will press into skin, having a negative impact on skin and circulation.Mar 3, 2021