Head apparel with flexible, ultraviolet whole face shield

Abstract

One embodiment of said head apparel protects the face, eyes, temples and chin of the wearer. An embodiment based upon a typical broad brimmed hat with a polymer shield projecting down from the front brim is described. Other embodiments are described with specific interest to persons who may now wish to cover their hair. A device for placing the polymer shield under tension to reduce visual distortion of the shield and increase its resistance to being ruffled by wind is usable with all embodiments of this invention.

1 . Head apparel with broad brim from which extends downward in front of the wearer's face a flexible shield allowing transmission of visible light but inhibiting ultraviolet light so that the brim and shield together protect the wearer's face including cheeks and chin. 
     
     
         2 . Head apparel of  claim 1  wherein said flexible shield is a polymer film of length and width to encircle the face, cheeks an chin of the wearer This polymer is attached to a pliable material, the transitioning material, which bends at right angles or even acute angles without deformation so that the more rigid polymer can be attached to the brim of the head at sharp angles to the brim for style and for avoiding wind entrapment. The transitioning material is permanently attached to the brim or a temporary attachment is made such as by lacing through holes punched in the brim or hook and loop fasteners or the like. 
     
     
         3 . The head apparel of  claim 1  wherein said wide brim has straps on the outer edge out from the ear area which, when pulled down and tied acts to move the shield away from the wearer's face for better air circulation and put tension on the transparent shield so as to take out wrinkles and improve the wearer's vision through the shield. 
     
     
         4 . The head apparel of  claim 1  but with no brim on the rear of the apparel or no crown. 
     
     
         5 . The head apparel of  claim 3  but with no brim on the rear of the apparel or no crown.