14. A splash guard
What it is: a food-blocking mask for hair.
Created: Unknown
$10* is the average price.
In Japan, wet dishes like noodles are frequently served at mealtimes; therefore, it’s hardly strange that this odd idea was created. Though the purpose of these wearable splash guards is to prevent annoying noodle juice from getting into your hair, they were never really taken off the shelf.

Cher Ross’s Splash Protector on Pinterest
But that doesn’t mean they’re not highly useful. The silicone protections fully encircle your face in the event of a messy spill. They’re not the most stylish item for diners to wear, which may be why people use them more at home than in upscale dining establishments.
