Frostbite protection strips

Abstract

A method and product for reducing the risk of frostbite on the cheeks and nose while simultaneously providing a promotional opportunity is provided. The solution offers two thermal insulating strips for each cheek and one strip sized to conformingly fit over the nose. The two strips for the cheeks are applied about one-quarter of an inch below the eyes. The nose strip adheres directly to the contour of one's nose, in an air-tight nature and extends from the root to the tip with substantial surface area to cover the lateral sides. The backbone of the strips is a tight weave thermal insulating fabric which provides warmth. The fabric is laminated to a backing of low density polyethylene, which protects from moisture and high winds. The adhesive is hypoallergenic and is designed to hold firmly, but to remove easily without damaging the skin. The strips can be branded for promotional opportunities.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]This invention relates to the protection of parts of the human face from the damage caused by frostbite.BACKGROUND[0002]At or below 32° F. (0° C.) or as a result of exposure to high winds, blood vessels close to the skin start to constrict as blood is shifted away from the extremities. This constriction helps to preserve core body temperature, however in extreme cold or when one is exposed for long periods of time, this reduction in blood flow can be extremely dangerous. This lack of blood leads to the eventual freezing and death of skin tissue. This is known as frostbite and the face is one of the most susceptible areas. Naturally, those who work outside in the cold or engage in cold-weather sports are the most at risk if they aren't adequately prepared. Today's solutions to protect oneself from frostbite to the face consist of scarves, face masks, balaclavas, neck gaiters and other face coverings. While these face coverings are adequate for keeping the ...

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Benefits of technology

[0003]The purpose of this utility is to overcome the shortcoming of existing face protection and to shield the most susceptible parts of the face, the cheeks and nose from frostbite.

[0004]This application proposes a simple, effective and attractive solution that can protect the face from frostbite on its own or in combination with existing face protection products on the market. The solution provides two thermal insulating strips for each cheek and one insulating strip sized to conformingly fit over the nose. The two strips for the cheeks would be positioned about one-quarter of an inch below the eyes and adjacent to the base of the lateral side of the nose. The nose strip would adhere directly to the contour of a person's nose, in an air-tight nature and extend from the root to the tip with substantial surface area to cover the lateral sides.

Problems solved by technology

This constriction helps to preserve core body temperature, however in extreme cold or when one is exposed for long periods of time, this reduction in blood flow can be extremely dangerous.

This lack of blood leads to the eventual freezing and death of skin tissue.

Naturally, those who work outside in the cold or engage in cold-weather sports are the most at risk if they aren't adequately prepared.

While these face coverings are adequate for keeping the face protected from the cold, they suffer from numerous inadequacies.

Commonly stated concerns include face coverings can freeze up, inhibit vision, fog goggle lenses and many people just find them too restrictive, uncomfortable or cumbersome for their work or recreational activity.

There is another segment that does not employ face protection because it is found to be unattractive or not cool.

Additionally, face coverings may leave a gap between it and goggles.

Cold and wind can pass through the gap, defeating the purpose and leaving areas of skin vulnerable to frostbite.

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