Disposable absorbent insert for an athletic head covering

Abstract

A disposable absorbent insert that includes a moisture-wicking layer, an absorbent core layer, and a liquid impervious layer. The insert may be used on the inside of headwear or may be attached directly to a user's head.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A disposable absorbent insert for fitting against a forehead-contacting, curved inside surface of a user's athletic head covering, the insert comprising:
 a moisture wicking layer comprising non-woven, absorbent polymeric fibers;   a liquid absorbent, retentive core layer comprising three layers including a first, absorbent, non-woven fabric layer, an absorbent paper layer, and a second, absorbent, non-woven fabric layer;   a liquid impervious layer comprising a polyethylene film;   an adhesive layer comprising a repositionable pressure-sensitive adhesive; and   a removable release liner layer;   a length of from 180 mm to 330 mm;   a width of from 60 mm to 110 mm;   a generally uniform thickness of from 2 mm to 10 mm;   a lower, curved edge;   two rounded end edges;   a top edge comprising two curved, top edge portions and a linear inner portion; and   at least two gaps, wherein each gap extends at a 40 to 50 degree angle from the top edge of the insert toward a central portion of the insert and wherein each gap is broader at the edge of the insert than it is at its central most position.