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Stratum corneum |
1st layer of the epidermis Composed of hardened keratin Toughest layer of epidermis |
Horny layer |
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Stratum lucidum |
2nd layer of epidermis Epidermal ridges or whorls (what gives us traction |
Transparent or clear layer |
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Stratum Granulosum |
3rd layer of the epidermis |
Grainy layer |
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Stratum Spinosum |
4th layer of the epidermis |
Spiny layer |
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Stratum Germinativum |
5th layer of the epidermis |
Basement layer |
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Acid Mantle |
Oil and perspiration barrier that protects skin from bacteria |
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Contraindication |
Condition signaling that its inadvisable to perform service |
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3 Main Layers Of Skin |
Epidermis Dermis Subcutaneous |
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Epidermis (scarf skin) |
Outermost layer - shedding constantly |
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Dermis (inner layer) |
Highly vascular - its alive! |
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Subcutaneous |
Below dermis layer, composed mainly of fatty tissue |
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