Chapter 10
Physiology and Histology
Physiology and Histology
Hardened, Waterproof, Protective Kerotinocytes
Corneocytes
Liver Spots
Chloasma
What type of equipment is used to analyze the skin and to perform detail work such as tweezing
Magnifying lamp
What is the term for ingredients derived from plants?
Botanicals
Chronic Condition that appears primarily on the cheeks and nose and is charecterized by flushing and in some cases the formation of pustules
Rosacea
Muscle attached to follicles that contracts and causes goose bumps when cold
Arrector Pili Muscle
Chronic inflammatory skin disorder of the sebaceous glands that is characterized by comedones and blemishes
a term for a lack of oil
alipidic
What is licorice used for?
Reducing puffiness of the eyes
Contagious infection also known as pinkeye
Conjunctivitis
Stimulates cells to reproduce and heal (EGF)
Epidermal Growth Factor
Where do Steatomas usually appear?
Scalp, Neck and Back
What is the term for a lack of oil
Actinic
How must ingredients be listed on cosmetic labels?
descending order of predominance
What can help determine the skin type
Size of pores
Fibrous, connective tissue found in reticular layer of the dermis and made from proteins
Collagen
Painful viral infection skin condition also known as shingles
Herpes Zoster
What fitzpatrick skin type is common among people of middle eastern descent?
Type IV (4)
What is a natural molecule found in every cell in the body that is a powerful antioxidant and is soluble in water and oil?
Alpha Lipoic Acid
What are the names of the three witches from Disney’s Hocus Pocus
Winifred, Mary, and Sarah
What layer of skin is also known as the granular layer
Stratum Granulosum
Pink or flesh colored precancerous lesions that result from sun damage and that feel sharp and rough
Actinic Karatosis
What skin type on the glogau scale shows wrinkles at rest and is specific to people in their 40s?
type III
What is a very strong water binding and an excellent skin softener and humectant that is formed by a decomposition of oils and fats?
Glycerin
What are ingredients that lubricate, moisturize, and prevent water loss?
Emollient