Anatomy
This bone forms the forehead and the roof of the eye sockets.
What is the frontal bone?
A substance that speeds up a chemical reaction without being changed itself.
catalyst
The part of the hair that extends above the skin’s surface.
hair shaft
The process by which cells obtain energy from nutrients is called what
metabolism
This ingredient attracts water to the skin.
humectant
This facial muscle is primarily responsible for closing the eyelids.
What is the orbicularis oculi?
The pH scale ranges from what number to what number
0 to 14
The chemical bond broken during permanent hair removal.
disulfide bond
This system is primarily responsible for eliminating waste through sweat.
integumentary system
A common humectant naturally found in the skin.
glycerin
The zygomatic bones are commonly known as what facial bones?
cheekbones
This type of solution has a pH below 7
acid
This type of hair grows during puberty and is coarse and pigmented
terminal hair
This process allows cells to divide to produce two identical daughter cells for growth and repair.
mitosis
This ingredient type prevents moisture loss by forming a barrier on the skin.
occlusive
This bone is the largest and strongest bone of the face.
mandible
This type of chemical reaction occurs when oxygen combines with another substance, often producing heat.
oxidation
This condition causes curved hairs to re-enter the skin, often after waxing or shaving
pseudofolliculitis barbae
This gland regulates growth, metabolism, and development through hormone secretion.
pituitary gland
This vitamin is known for increasing cell turnover and reducing signs of aging.
vitamin A (retinoids)
This suture connects the parietal bones at the top of the skull.
sagittal suture
This measurement expresses the strength of an acid or alkaline solution and is critical when formulating professional skincare products
pH
The structure at the base of the follicle that supplies nutrients to the hair.
dermal papilla
This system regulates body functions through the release of hormones directly into the bloodstream.
endocrine system
This ingredient helps stabilize formulations and prevent microbial growth.
preservative