Laskern it is a machlokess rishonim whether atifas Yishmaelim (assuming it leaves the top of the face exposed) is required for talis, or only for an avail. See Bais Yosef citing Itur. Many Sepharadim leave the top of the face exposed and cover the base, up to the nose. Most Ashkenazim cover the top of the face, down to the nose.
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