1. Epidermis (Outer Layer of the Skin) Stratum Lucidum Second layer of the epidermis VISAGE Training Centre for Hair, Fashion and Beauty WRBCS305A Apply knowledge of Skin Biology to Beauty Therapy Treatments Lesson 2_Element 1.2-1.3 FIRST 2 LAYERS OF THE EPIDERMIS Made up of clear flat cells Eleiden is translucent, hence the name lucidum which means clear Contains a clear Substance ‘eleiden’ which becomes keratin This layer is only found in the soles of the feet and palms of the hand Stratum Corneum First layer of the epidermis Barrier against light, heat, water Barrier against bacteria Cells are flat and dead Cells are filled with keratin Cells continually being shed and replaced. Keratinocytes are arranged in the skin like the bricks in a wall.
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3. VISAGE Training Centre for Hair, Fashion and Beauty Ref: http://www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/anatomy/skin/ WRBCS305A Apply knowledge of Skin Biology to Beauty Therapy Treatments Lesson 2_Element 1.2-1.4 The Sweat Gland Two types of sweat glands Eccrine (all over body) Apocrine (soles and palms) Excreted through the sweat pore. Controlled by the automatic nervous System. Sebaceous Gland Excretes sebum (oil) through the mouth of the hair follicle. Further reading Page10-18 Of Learner Guide Glands
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