Functions, functions, functions!
Epidermis Layers
Are you Healthy?
Dermis Layers
Are you nervous?
100
Are you going to pass this test?
Yes!!!
100
Which layer of the skin are estheticians allowed to work on?
The epidermis.
100
What do all cells need?
Nourishment, protection, the ability to function properly, and continual replacement or proliferation.
100
How much thicker is the dermis than the epidermis?
25 times thicker.
100
Which nerves stimulate the arrector pili muscle?
Motor or efferent.
200
Where are our sensory nerve fibers most abundant?
In our fingertips!
200
The keratinocytes on the surface of the skin are called ___________ because they are ___________.
They are squamous cells because they are flat and scaly!
200
What ingredients are good for cell turnover and reducing visible signs of aging?
Vitamin A and AHA's
200
What are the two layers of the dermis?
The papillary layer and the reticular layer.
200
Which glands are more active during emotional changes?
Apocrine
300
What is the acid mantle?
It is part of the skin's natural barrier function (helps to protect against irritation and TEWL)
300
Where does mitosis occur?
Stratum Germinativum
300
What are free radicals?
Super-oxidizers
300
What is in the papillary layer?
The epidermal/dermal junction.
300
Which nerve fibers send messages to your CNS and brain?
Sensory or afferent.
400
What are lipids?
Protective oils and part of the intercellular matrix
400
What are the cells that produce pigment granules in the basal layer called?
Melanocytes
400
What is an indication of free radical damage?
Red and inflamed skin
400
What do fibroblast cells do?
Produce proteins and stimulate collagen and elastin.
400
Which glands produce sweat that contains an odor?
Apocrine
500
How does sebum help the skin?
It helps to keep the skin soft and protected from outside elements.
500
What is the primary cause of sagging, wrinkles, and aging as well as stretch marks?
Damaged elastin fibers.
500
What happens to the skin as estrogen is depleted ?
It loses tone.
500
What is the primary cause of sagging, wrinkles, aging, and stretch marks?
Damaged elastin fibers.
500
Are you awesome?????
YES!
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