Pigment of your imagination
How often should you wash your face?
*Unless otherwise instructed by your doctor.
This organ is the largest one in the human body.
The skin!
The middle layer of skin
Dermis
The top layer of skin
Epidermis
This vitamin plays a vital role in collagen production
Vitamin C!
This protein helps to product hair, skin and nails.
Keratin
What is your favorite group to attend at SeaRes?
Health Group, duh!
This type of burn affects the top layer of skin (epidermis), but does not typically blister.
First-degree burn
What is one way to support adequate wound healing?
Stay hydrated!
This vitamin protects the skin against sun damage
The third layer of skin
Hypodermis
The function of this is to help your body retain heat.
Hair
This is a soft, fine hair covering areas of the body such as face, back, and forearms.
Languo
This nutrient plays a role in tissue growth, wound healing and collagen production.
Zinc
This vitamin is created with sunlight is absorbed by the skin.
Vitamin D
An inflammatory disorder that causes hair follicles under the skin to become clogged.
Acne
This vitamin deficiency that can lead to poor wound healing
Vitamin C deficiency
This is a common type of skin infection that can occur from bacteria entering through a cut or break in the skin
Cellulitis
What stage of wound healing is this describing?
The platelets release chemicals to cause inflammation, which may result in swelling and redness surrounding the wound. Then, white blood cells arrive to clear the area of bacteria and germs to prevent infection.
Stage 2!
This vitamin is essential for blood clotting
Vitamin K
Without adequate hydration, these may become brittle and easily break
Nails
Name two functions of the integumentary system:
Protects the body from sunlight.
Protects the body from injuries.
The first line of defense against viruses, bacteria and germs.
This condition is when nails appear concave, like spoons.
koilonychia
About how many cells does one inch of your skin contain?
About 19 million
What is a vampire's favorite skincare product?