Abstract: This invention presents a face shield for beach or sunbathing use. The face shield is formed of a rigid transparent material, containing pigmenting or surface films to block the transmission of damaging ultraviolet rays from the sun. In cross-section, this material is formed into an arc. From each end of the arc, simple support legs are provided such that the face shield will rest on the earth surface with room for motion of the user's head beneath the shield. Air circulation is enhanced by such support and by ventilation holes in the face shield near the support legs. The support legs are foldable toward the concave center of the face shield, and are useful as carrying handles for the face shield in an inverted position. When carried in such manner, the face shield can be used to serve as a "tote" for towels and other beach paraphernalia.