ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 25 -- United States Patent no. 12,715,349, issued on Aug. 25.
"Head rest cover" was invented by Laura Soraghan (Salisbury, Mass.).
According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A head rest cover for providing a low friction surface on a head rest of a seat is provided. Friction alopecia, or hair loss caused by friction against hair, can be a problem at the rear of the head for those who spend time leaning their head against a headrest of a seat, such as a vehicle seat while driving, or any other seat. The present disclosure prevents friction alopecia by providing a smooth silk surface on which to rest one's head while seated which prevents the friction that leads to hair loss."
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