Skin Structure, Growth, and Nutrition Terms

Front

Dermis

Back

Underlying or inner layer of skin.

Front

Lymph

Back

A clear fluid that travels through the lymphatic system and carries cells that help fight infections and other diseases.

Front

Comedo

Back

A clogged hair follicle (pore) in the skin. In medical terms, it is a type of acne lesion.

Front

Collagen

Back

A fibrous protein that gives the skin form and strength.

Front

Elastin

Back

A protein similar to collagen that forms elastin tissue.

Front

Melanin

Back

Tiny grains of pigment deposited into cells in the basal layer of the epidermis and papillary layer of dermis.

Front

Lesions

Back

A mark on the skin.

Front

Psoriasis

Back

A skin disease marked by red, itchy, scaly patches.

Front

Epidermis

Back

The outermost and thinnest layer of skin.

Front

Eczema

Back

A condition that makes the skin red, inflamed, and itchy, often due to an overactive immune response.