Skin Care Education

There are a 3 Layers of the Skin

The surface of the skin, what is visible to the naked eye, is made up of dead skin cells. This is where cosmetic products are applied. Underneath the surface is where the skin's multiple functions take place. There are three distinct layers made of different skin tissues, the epidermis, the dermis, and the hypodermis:

The Epidermis:
The epidermis is a very thin layer of skin that contains the Langerhans cells that are responsible for the immunology of the skin. The epidermis is also responsible for the production of melanin and skin color. It contains 5 sub layers, corneum, lucidum, granulosum, mucosum, and germinative. The epidermis is a metabolically active tissue that contains all the components required to form a protective barrier. The epidermis also holds a large amount of water. This layer of skin is where products are applied.

The Dermis: This layer is 5 - 7 times thicker than the epidermis and lies beneath it, the dermis is the second layer of the skin. Made primarily of connective tissues, collagen, and elastin, containing nerve endings, blood vessels, immune and lymphatic systems of the skin. The dermis has two primary functions, one is the nutrition of the epidermis, the second is the formation of a supporting framework of collagen and elastin fibers. The dermis acts like a water storage site and is responsible for the skin's elasticity. Collagen is the principle component of the dermis. A properly functioning dermis is the key to healthy and beautiful looking skin.

The Hypodermis: This is the thickest layer and is made primarily of connective and fatty tissues, it is the third layer. This layer connects the skin to the muscle tissues. This layer is highly elastic and has fat cells that act like shock absorbers to help support structures like blood vessels and nerve endings.

Products you may be interested to help keep your skin healthy and hydrated:

Deep Steep Rich Body Butter

Pharmacopia Organic Body Lotion

Earth Science Apricot Night Creme

Earth Science Beta-Ginseng Hydrating Day Creme