Skin and its Cells

Skin performs important functions like temperature regulation and insulation, as well as feeling and protection from harmful substances like bacteria and UV radiation


The Skin’s Structure

An easy way to understand the structure of the body’s largest organ...more

The Dermis

What makes your skin strong?  Find it in the dermis. ...more

The Epidermis

Creates a protective shield for the body against harmful substances...more

Skin Appendages

What nails and hair say about you and your health...more

A little more about the horny layer

The outer layer of the epidermis protects you in more ways than one...more

The Subcutis

The fat tissue below the skin stores energy and does a lot...more