Additional Integumentary System Terms

Chapter 3

acid mantle

thin acid layer on the surface of the skin to deter bacterial growth

cutaneous

relating or referring to the skin

cuticle

a waxy, clear layer of skin outlining nails and hair follicles

dermatologist

a medical doctor specializing in the care of skin and associated structures

dermatology

study of skin

flexure lines

folds in the dermis which allows for joint movement

incision

cut in the skin

melanin

skin pigment

papilla(e)

projection or bumps

scar

mark left on the skin, a remnant of healing

strata (stratum)

layers

sudoriferous glands

sweat glands

transdermal

absorption through the skin