Keratin

Introduction Mammalian Skin: The Basics The first line of defence between the outside world and inside an animal is the skin. It is an effective barrier against physical, chemical and pathogenic assault (1). However, the skin is not only a barrier but a sensory organ enabling animals to sense the surrounding environment, provoking appropriate responses for animal survival. There are two main types of skin; thin skin (hairy), which makes up nearly all the skin on the body, and glabrous skin…

Name : Nyiko Maswanganyi School : Mitchell House College Grade : 12 G Subject : Life Science ( Research Task) Date : 15 August 2014 1. INTRODUCTION To determine whether people in Polokwane believe that rhino horns have medical benefits and cultural use, a research was conducted using survey sheets and informal interviews. 43 people participated in the survey even though the initial plan was to get 60 people participating. Sample was composed of females and males of ages ranging from…

The reason is that skin, hair, and fingernails all have the same fibrous structural protein within them –Keratin. Try one of the 10 essential oils listed above for best results. Always confer with your local Natural Health/Organic Food Stores associates for proper doses/application. (Local essential oils representative) *** IMPORTANT NOTE **** We do not provide…

Cosmetic tanning has become the safe option for people seeking a suntan. Professional spray tan applications are available from spas and salons by hand-held sprayers and involves spraying the tanning solution over the entire body. This is considered the best option for a safe tan with a professional finish without dangerous side effects. This is often used for one off special occasions and for those clients that wish to have a natural looking tan without damage to the skin. Some people may use…

What is biodiversity? Introduction Biodiversity is defined as the variety of life on Earth at all its levels and includes genes to ecosystems, as well as the ecological and evolutionary processes that sustain it (Cardinale, 2012). The Earth’s biodiversity has long been a source of wonderment and scientific curiosity, but is increasingly becoming a source of concern. The sheer diversity of life is of inestimable value. Biodiversity has a number of functions on Earth, from providing a foundation…