human skin

Hair Follicles, Sweat Glands and Sebaceous Glands in the Skin

The epidermis of the skin has a number of appendages which maintains the integrity of the skin and help it carry out its various functions. The hair follicles, sweat and sebaceous glands are epidermal structures which are pushed into the dermis where it is rooted. Without these appendages, a number of functions of the skin >> Read More ...

The Functions of the Skin and its Associated Structures

The human skin and its appendages like the hair follicles, nails and different glands make up the integumentary system. These structures work in conjunction with each other to perform a variety of functions that is broadly attributed to the skin. However, without the different appendages, the skin would not be as resilient >> Read More ...

Human Skin Anatomy – Structure of Epidermis and Dermis Layers

The human skin and its related structures are known as the integumentary system. It is the largest organĀ  in the body measuring 2 square meters in the average adult. Being the outermost structure, it is often the focus of much attention with a poor understanding of its anatomy and physiology. It can be considered as the >> Read More ...