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Milady cosmetology

Chap. 7 skin structure and growth

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adipose Tissue that gives smoothness and contour to the body, contains fats for use as energy, and also acts as a protective cushion for the otter skin.
basal cell layer Also known as the stratum germinativum layer;the deepest, live layer of the epidermis that produces new epidermal skin cells and is responsible for growth.
blood Nutritive fluid circulating through the circulatory system to supply oxygen and nutrients to cells and tissues, and to remove carbon dioxide and waste from them.
collagen Fibrous protein that gives the skin form and strength.
comedone Pore impaction that could lead to acne papula or pustule.
dermatology Physician engaged in the science of treating the skin, including its structures, functions,and diseases.
dermatology Medical branch of science that deals with the study of skin and its nature, structure,functions, diseases, and treatment.
dermis Underlying or inner layer of the skin, also called derma, corium, cutis, or true skin.
elastin Protein base similar to collagen that forms elastic tissue.
epidermal-dermal junction The top of the papillary layer where it joins the epidermis.
epidermis Outermost layer of the skin; also called cuticle.
esthetician Specialist in the cleansing, perservation of health, and beautification of the skin and body.
keratin Fiber protein that is the principal component of hair and nails.
melanin Tiny grains of pigment (coloring matter) deposited in the basal cell layer of the epidermis and papillary layers of the dermis.
melanocytes Melanin-forming cells.
motor nerve fibers Distributed to the arrector pili muscles attached to the hair follicles.
papillary layer Outer layer of the dermis, directly beneath the epidermis
reticular layer Deeper layer of the dermis that supplies the skin with oxygen and nutrients; contains cells, vessels, glands, and follicles.
retinoic acid Pescription cream for acne.
sebaceous glands oil glands of the skin connected to hair follicles.
secretory coil Coiled base of sweat glands.
secretory nerve fibers Distributed to the sweat and oil glands of the skin.
sensory nerve fibers React to heat, cold, touch, pressure, and pain. These sensory receptors send messages to the brain.
stratum corneum Outer layer of the epidermis
stratum germinativum Also known as the basal cell layer, the deepest live layer of the epidermis that produces new epidermal skin cells and is responsible for growth.
stratum granulosum Granular layer of the epidermis.
stratum lucidum Clear, transparent layer just under the skin surface.
stratum spinosum Spiny layer of the epidermis.
subcutaneous tissue Fatty layer found below the dermis that gives smoothness and contour to the body, contains fats for use as energy, and also acts as a protective cushion for the outer skin; also called adipose or subcutis tissue.
sudoriferous glands Sweat glands of the skin.
tactile corpuscles small epidermal structures with nerve endings that are sensitive to touch and pressure.
vitamin a Aids in health, function, and repair of skin cells.
vitamin c is needed for proper repair of the skin and various tissues.
vitamin d promotes the healthy and rapid healing of the skin.
vitamin e helps fight against, and protects the skin from the harmful effects of the suns rays.
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