Skin Anatomy
What is the outermost layer of the skin?
Epidermis
What does SPF stand for?
Sun Protection Factor
Is acne contagious?
No
What is this visible part of the hair above the skin called?
Hair shaft
Tiny openings that allow perspiration (sweat) to escape.
Pores
Which layer contains nerves, blood vessels, sweat glands, and oil glands?
Dermis
Which type of UV is associated with sunburn?
UVB
What can cause a pimple or breakout to form?
Oil/dead skin/a clogged hair follicle
Where does hair grow from?
Hair follicle
A physician who specializes in skin disorders.
Dermatologists
Which layer contains fat and helps cushion and insulate the body?
Subcutaneous Layer
Which type of UV radiation is associated with aging and wrinkles?
UVA
Should you pop pimples?
What protein is found in the hair and nails?
Keratin
A pigment that contributes to skin and hair color.
Melanin
Put the three skin layers in order from OUTSIDE to INSIDE.
What does broad-spectrum sunscreen protect against?
UVA and UVB
Wash gently/wash warm water, over the counter face washes, visit dermatologist
What does the amount of melanin you have determine?
Pigment
Insects that feed on blood and can spread throughout contact or shared items?
Head lice
Student gets a shallow paper cut. Which layer would be reached first?
Epidermis
True or False: SPF 100 gives twice as much protection as SPF 50.
False
Why is it important not to pick or pop pimples?
True or False: Having head lice means someone has poor hygiene/
False
Largest organ in the body.
Skin