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Integumentary System

The body's outer shield made of skin, hair, sweat glands, oil glands, and nails.

Epidermis

The top layer of skin where skin flakes off.

Dermis

The middle layer of skin that contains sweat and oil glands.

Subcutaneous

The bottom fat layer of skin that keeps you warm and cushioned.

Fun Fact about Skin

The skin helps with BLISS: Balance temperature, Limit moisture loss, Infection protection, Synthesizes Vitamin D, and Sensation.

Moisturizer

A product that helps hydrate and alleviate dry skin.

Sunscreen

A product that protects the epidermis from sun damage.

Papillary Layer

The top part of the dermis with tiny blood vessels.

Reticular Layer

The thicker and stronger bottom part of the dermis.

Adipose Tissue

The fat layer in the subcutaneous tissue that keeps you warm and cushions organs.

BLISS

An acronym for skin's superpowers: Balance body temperature, Limit moisture loss, Infection protection, Synthesizes Vitamin D, Sensation.

Keratinocytes

Cells in the epidermis that help make skin tough.

Melanocytes

Cells that give skin color and protect from the sun.

Sebaceous Glands

Glands in the dermis that produce oil to keep skin soft and fight germs.

Hair Follicles

Structures in the dermis where hair grows.

Arrector Pili Muscle

A tiny muscle that makes hair stand up when cold, causing goosebumps.

Sweat Gland Ducts

Tiny tubes that carry sweat to the skin.

Oil Glands

Glands that keep hair and skin from drying out.

The top layer of skin is called the __.

Epidermis.

The middle layer of skin that contains sweat and oil glands is known as the __.

Dermis.

The bottom layer of skin that keeps you warm and cushioned is called __.

Subcutaneous.

The fat layer in the subcutaneous tissue that helps cushion organs is referred to as __ tissue.

Adipose.

__ is a product that protects the epidermis from sun damage.

Sunscreen