Other skin functions
Structures associated to the skin
Actions for skin care and protection
Three main layers of the skin.
What is melanin?
Generates hair
Four main functions of the skin.
They produce melanin
Sebaceus glands, sweat glands, hair and nails.
1. Proper nutrition 2. Sport (helps circulation) 3. Regular cleaning 4. Sunlight protection (UV rays).
1. Substances absorbtion (Ex: some medicines) 2. Excretion (water, electrolytes, toxines) 3. Vitamin D synthesis
1. Epidermis 2. Dermis 3. Hipodermis o subcutane layer
Hair follicle
1.Protection against infections 2.Protection against dehydration 3. Body temperature regulation 4. Capture sensations
Pigment that gives color to the skin, hair and eyes. People with darker skin produce a larger amount of melanin.
Cells called melanocytes
