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What is the largest organ of the body?
The skin
What is the outermost layer of the skin called?
Epidermis
What is the purpose of a cleanser?
To clean the skin
What skin condition is caused by excessive oil production and clogged pores?
Acne
How often does the skin completely regenerate?
Every 28-30 days
T or F: The dermis is responsible for your fingerprints.
True
Which layer includes the fatty tissues?
Hypodermis
What is the purpose of a moisturizer?
To hydrate and moisturize.
What is the condition called when the skin becomes red, itchy, and inflamed?
Eczema
How much skin does the average adult have?
22 square feet
T or F: Oily skin doesn’t need moisturizer.
False
Which skin layer includes the hair follicles?
Dermis
What is the purpose of an exfoliator
To remove dead skin cells.
What is the condition called when the skin becomes flaky?
Dry Skin
True or False: The skin has its own immune system
This is what helps our skin to keep its elasticity. It decreases as we age.
Collagen
Which layer of the skin contains no blood vessels?
Epidermis
What is the purpose of a sunscreen?
To protect the skin from UV rays.
What is the name of the skin condition that is caused by dead skin and hair plugging the pores, forming the bumps?
Keratosis Pilaris (Chicken Skin)
How many sweat glands are in the human body?
2-4 million
Name the 3 layers of skin and describe one of the functions of each.
Epidermis
Dermis
Hypodermis
Which layer of the skin is made up of mostly dead cells?
Epidermis
What is the purpose of Salicylic acid?
Commonly used in products to treat acne and unclog pores?
What is the name of the skin condition where melanin is lost, causing white patches?
Vitiligo
How many skin cells does our body shed per minute?
30 000