Module 1: How To Care For Specific Skin Types Flashcards
What are the three main layers of skin?
Epidermis
Dermis
Subcutaneous
Where are squamous cells located?
Epidermis
The word squamous aptly derives from the Latin word squama, and if directly translated it means _____ or _____ _____.
Serpent, fish scale
What kind of cells lay beneath squamous cells?
Basal
Where are squamous cells found?
Epidermis
Hollow organ linings
Digestive tract
Respiratory tract
Key cells that make up the epidermis. These cells are created by a complex cell division at the base of the epidermis. New cells are continuously being made and pushed up towards the surface of the epidermis. As these cells move upwards to the outer layer, they slowly die and become flattened.
Keratinocytes
Dead keratinocytes that have been flattened. Corneocytes are what make the outer most layer of the skin. This layer of the epidermis is called stratum corneum or in simpler terms the horny layer. This layer acts as a protective layer to the body and it is continuously shedding, making way for a new layer.
Corneocytes
The outermost area of the epidermis. It is waterproof and when there is no damage to it, it has the ability to prevent the majority of viruses, bacteria, and other potentially harmful foreign substances entering the body.
Stratum corneum
Producers of our skin’s pigmentation they are also responsible for protecting the skin and body against harmful UV radiation. The melanin is what causes your body to tan after spending some time in the sun. Even though your body’s melanin is powerful, it cannot shield the body by itself, which is why you always need to wear protection in the sun to prevent painful sunburn and the development of skin cancer.
Melanocytes
Langerhans cells, in the epidermis, contribute to the _____ _____ of the skin.
Immune system
This layer of skin is made up of a very thick layer of elastic and fibrous tissues, mostly consisting of elastin, collagen, and fibrillin – the combination of all these things is what gives your skin its strength and flexibility.
Dermis
Where are sweat glands located?
Dermis
Special sweat glands located in the _____ and _____ _____ produce an oily thick sweat which can result in body odor.
Armpits, genital region
Glands that special sweat glands produce an oily thick sweat which can result in body odor.
Sebaceous glands
_____ _____ found in the dermis nourish the skin with nutrients, helping to regulate the body’s temperature.
Blood vessels
The fat layer, or ______ layer of skin, is the most important. It also consists of connective tissue.
Subcutaneous
The skin offers ____, is waterproof (but absorbs selectively), synthesizes _____, and helps control _____ _____.
Protection, chemicals, body temperature
What are the four different skin types?
Normal
Dry
Oily
Sensitive
Name the internal factors that influence the health of your skin and skin type.
Hormones
Genetics
Certain health conditions
During menopause, hormone levels of estrogen can drop. What is estrogen responsible for?
Maintaining the skin’s moisture balance.
Name the external factors that can influence the skin’s health.
UV radiation Aggressive products Exposure to chemicals Washing too much Nutrition Therapeutic treatment Stress Lack of exercise Lack of sleep Smoking
_____ _____ are dangerous molecules that cause cell damage. These are generated by _____ _____ and as result your skin is more prone to damage.
Free radicals, UV light
Naturally, the skin is mildly acidic or alkaline?
Acidic
What is the pH level of the skin?
5