Skin Anatomy
the medical branch of science that deals with the study of the skin
dermatology
the outer layer of the epidermis
stratum corneum
how much thicker is the dermis than the epidermis?
25 times
needed for energy to run every function within the body
carbohydrates
these 4 vitamins have been shown to have positive effects on the skin’s health when taken by mouth
A, C, D, and E
physician who specializes in diseases and disorders of the skin, hair, & nails
dermatologist
the clear, transparent layer under the stratum corneum; it consists of small cells through which light can pass
stratum lucidum
outer layer of the dermis, directly beneath the epidermis
papillary layer
required for many body functions to occur
vitamins
supports the overall health of the skin and aids in the health, function, and repair of skin cells
vitamin A
specializes in cleansing, beautification, and preservation of the health of the skin
esthetician
the layer of the epidermis that is composed of cells that look like granules and are filled with keratin
stratum granulosum
The top of the papillary layer where it joins the epidermis
epidermal-dermal junction
needed for many body functions including hormones, sebum production, and absorption of fat soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K
fats
enables the body to properly absorb and use calcium, the element needed for proper bone development and maintenance
vitamin D
continued, repeated pressure on any part of the skin can cause it to thicken and develop this
callus
the spiny layer just above the stratum germinativum
stratum spinosum
the deeper layer of the dermis that supplies the skin with all of its oxygen and nutrients
reticular layer
used by cells to produce important biochemicals that have many body functions
minerals
an important substance needed for the proper repair of the skin and tissues
vitamin C
2 main divisions of the skin
dermis & epidermis
more commonly called the basal cell layer
stratum germanitivum
the fatty tissue found below the dermis.
subcutaneous tissue
important for building muscle and blood tissues, and for cell repair and replacement
proteins
helps protect the skin from the harmful effects of the sun’s UV light
vitamin E