Abstract: A reusable headband for protecting the wearer from eye injury when using permanent hair solution, generally referred to as a "perm" band. It comprises a strip of terry cloth which has been folded over a short central strip of elastic and sewed to such elastic while stretched, so that upon relaxation of the elastic strip, an accordion pleat will be provided to give elasticity to only the central portion of the terry cloth band. On opposite surfaces of the end portions of the band, strips of Velcro are provided for attaching the band to the head of the wearer.