A type of cancer that grows rapidly and may metastasize if not removed. It arises from keratinocytes of stratum spinosum and is most often on the scalp, ears and lower lip

Modified apocrine glands in the external ear canal that secrete cerumen

Severe damage to the epidermis and dermis; no regeneration possible. Skin grafting is necessary

Yellowish-orange pigment; precursor to Vitamin A which is needed for vision maintenance

Oxygen carrying protein, which is responsible for delivering oxygen to the body, also responsible for skin color in most Caucasians

A degree of burn where only the epidermis is damaged; regeneration is possible

Earwax

Secretory portion in the dermis that primarily open onto the hair shafts. Also known as oil glands

Apocrine glands found in the axillary, pubic and inguinal region. Also known as sweat glands

Course, long hair of the eyebrows, scalp, axillary, and pubic regions

Pale, fine body hair found in the children and adult female

The epidermis and upper reason regions of the dermis are damaged. Blisters appear

Cancer of the melanocytes is the most dangerous type of skin cancer because it is highly metastatic and resistant to chemotherapy

Least malignant and most common skin cancer. Slow growing and do not often metastasize

A combination of cholesterol, proteins, fats and salts. It keeps hair and skin soft and inhibits the growth of bacteria and fungi (ringworm).