DEVICE FOR ABSORBING AND RETAINING SWEAT

摘要

A device for absorbing and retaining sweat that includes at least one moisture-wicking layer and an absorbent core layer. The device may further include a liquid impervious layer, wherein the absorbent core layer is positioned in between the moisture-wicking layer and the liquid impervious layer. The device may be a disposable insert to be positioned on the inside of headwear or it may be a disposable band capable of securing around a user's head.

主权项

1. A disposable absorbent insert for attaching to a headband portion of a suspension system in protective headwear, the insert comprising:
a top, moisture wicking layer comprised of a hydrophilic fabric; a liquid absorbent, retentive core comprised of three layers, wherein the first layer is a first, absorbent airlaid layer, the second layer is a superabsorbent polymer layer, and the third layer is a second, absorbent airlaid layer; a liquid impervious layer comprising a polyethylene film; an adhesive layer attached to, and covering, at least a portion of the liquid impervious layer; a release liner layer attached to the adhesive layer; and a continuous seal along an entire perimeter of the insert that is a thickness of from 1 mm to 3 mm; wherein:
the insert is roughly rectangular and has a long top edge, a long bottom edge, and four rounded corners;the insert is capable of attaching to a first, forehead-contacting side of the headband portion of the suspension system.