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matrix

it is enriched with blood vessels and nerves, which is where the growth of the nails starts.

nail root

it is attached to the nail matrix and is located beneath the skin at the base of the nail.

nail plate

it is semitransparent, allowing the color of the blood supply of the dermis to show through.

nail bed

the underlying tissue where the entire nail plate is attached.

lunula

A light colored crescent-shaped area at the base of the nail.

Cuticle

the tough fold of the skin that forms at the base and serves as a protective barrier

Eponychium

the thin skin at the base of the nail, above the cuticle, surrounds the matrix.

Epidermis

the outermost skin layer, visible, and responsible for skin color due to melanin. It also serves as a barrier against external factors.

Dermis

The middle layer is rich in connective tissue, blood vessels, hair follicles, and sweat glands. It provides essential nutrients to the epidermis.

subcutaneous layer

also called hypodermis, this layer consists of collagen and fat cells. It aids in shock absorption, energy storage, and

Cortex

it is made up of fiber-like cells that gives hair strength, elasticity, pliability, and texture.

Medulla

the center of each hair that consists of very soft keratin cells interspersed with spaces.

Cuticle

it is a flattened horny cells and the outermost layers of the hair shaft.