Microscopic section of the skin show two distinct parts. Epidermis is the top most layer. The upper layer of epidermis contains dead cells which gradually cast off . These cells are gradually replaced by fresh new cells produced by basal layer which is the lower layer of epidermis.
The Dermis lays below epidermis. Dermis consists of net work of collagen fibers which is responsible for elastic properties of skin. Sebaceous glands associated with hair follicles and sweat glands, are all present in dermis and get blood supply from the subcutaneous tissue present below dermis. Sebaceous glands get activated during puberty and produce an oil like substance sebum sebum.
When normal skin is not taken care of , it can affect the health of skin The skin loses its luster and glow, dark circles, acne and pimples start appearing, wrinkling of skin starts in an early age.
The Dermis lays below epidermis. Dermis consists of net work of collagen fibers which is responsible for elastic properties of skin. Sebaceous glands associated with hair follicles and sweat glands, are all present in dermis and get blood supply from the subcutaneous tissue present below dermis. Sebaceous glands get activated during puberty and produce an oil like substance sebum sebum.
When normal skin is not taken care of , it can affect the health of skin The skin loses its luster and glow, dark circles, acne and pimples start appearing, wrinkling of skin starts in an early age.