Skin structure, Growth & Nutrition-Milady Ch. 7

What is the medical branch of science that deals with the study of skin?

Who is a physician that specializes in diseases and disorders of the skin, hair, and nails?

Who is a person that specializes in the cleansing, beautification, and health preservation of skin?

What are the 3 main layers of skin?

List the 5 sublayers within the epidermis (must be in order).

What are the 2 sublayers of the dermis?

What is found in the hypodermis?

Continued pressure or friction on skin creates ________.

• calluses

• irritated or reddened skin.

• contraindications

• increased skin sensitivity.

There are 2 glands of the skin, what are they and what are their functions?

2 fluids of the skin.