dermis
Below the surface
The dermis is the thick layer of skin beneath the epidermis, containing blood vessels, nerve endings, hair follicles, and sweat glands.
It provides structural support and elasticity to the skin.
Medical and cosmetic contexts distinguish between the outer epidermis and the deeper dermis: The tattoo ink is deposited in the dermis.
Structural body protein
- elastinProtein enabling tissue recoil
- fibroblastsCollagen-producing connective tissue cells
- melanocytesPigment-producing skin cells
- hair folliclesSkin cavities producing strands
sweat glands · blood vessels · lymphatic vessels · basement membrane · capillaries · pores · cutaneous · connective tissue
Proteins binding specific molecules
- touchPerceiving through physical contact
- painBodily or emotional distress
- itchinessIrritating skin sensation
- burningCombustion in progress
tingling · numbness · inflammation · irritation · sensory · pressure · temperature · nerve endings
Inflammatory skin disorder
- psoriasisImmune system attacks skin cells
- rosaceaFacial redness disorder
- acneInflamed skin condition
- vitiligoMelanocyte-loss skin condition
cellulite · stretch marks · scarring · fibrosis · wrinkles · sunburn · hives · keloid
Maintaining stable internal heat
- protectionGuarding against harm
- barrierObstruction preventing passage
- sensationPerceived stimulus or phenomenon
- immunityProtected from harm
elasticity · hydration · wound healing · pigmentation · insulation · secretion · absorption · temperature regulation
Tissue sample for diagnosis
- histologyStudy of tissue structure
- phototherapyHealing through light exposure
- punch biopsyCylindrical skin tissue sample
- skin graftTransplanted tissue covering wounds
collagen injection · microneedling · dermabrasion · pathology · examination · diagnosis · treatment · specimen
collagen
Structural body protein
- elastinProtein enabling tissue recoil
- fibroblastsCollagen-producing connective tissue cells
- melanocytesPigment-producing skin cells
hair follicles · sweat glands · blood vessels · lymphatic vessels · basement membrane · capillaries · pores · cutaneous · connective tissue · nerve endings
receptors
Proteins binding specific molecules
- touchPerceiving through physical contact
- painBodily or emotional distress
- itchinessIrritating skin sensation
burning · tingling · numbness · inflammation · irritation · sensory · pressure · temperature · nerve endings · tactile
eczema
Inflammatory skin disorder
vitiligo · cellulite · stretch marks · scarring · fibrosis · wrinkles · sunburn · hives · keloid · rash
thermoregulation
Maintaining stable internal heat
- protectionGuarding against harm
- barrierObstruction preventing passage
- sensationPerceived stimulus or phenomenon
immunity · elasticity · hydration · wound healing · pigmentation · insulation · secretion · absorption · temperature regulation
biopsy
Tissue sample for diagnosis
- histologyStudy of tissue structure
- phototherapyHealing through light exposure
- punch biopsyCylindrical skin tissue sample
skin graft · collagen injection · microneedling · dermabrasion · pathology · examination · diagnosis · treatment · specimen
- dermal fillersInjected substances adding facial volume
- dermatologist testedEvaluated by skin physicians
- contact dermatitisSkin reaction from irritant exposure
- dermal papillaHair follicle's nourishing base
- dermatology clinicFacility treating skin disorders
- dermal piercingJewelry implanted under skin
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