this invention describes a buoyancy aid that is pre - formed from a buoyant foam plastic material and has an pre - formed internal tube that is sealed . the internal tube and the pre - formed buoyant foam are all shaped to provide support for a users head , and is designed to keep the users head above water . the buoyancy aid has an external covering that is selected to prevent chafing the user , as well as being water and mold resistant . the buoyancy aid is so designed as to be comfortable to the user , and enhance the wearers use of the buoyancy aid .