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Balaclava
cap covering the head and neck leaving the face revealed / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A balaclava (or ski mask) is a type of clothing worn over the head. It has holes for eyes, the mouth and the nose.[1] They are normally worn to protect from cold weather, and is often worn by skiers.
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The name "balaclava" comes from the town of Balaklava, near Sevastopol in Crimea, Ukraine.