| A | B |
|---|
| The outer surface of the skin, which contains a layer of dead cells for the protection of the living tissue underneath. | epidermis |
| A brown pigment that determines the darkness of the skin. | melanin |
| Living tissue below the epidermis that contains nerves, blood vessels, smooth muscles, hair follicles, sweat glands, and sebaceous glands. | dermis |
| Small glands that secrete liquid waste material through the pores and act as a cooling system for the body. | sweat glands |
| Skin glands that secrete oil through pores containing hair follicles. | sebaccous glands |
| Beneath the skin. | subcutaneous |
| The acid-alkaline balance of the skin. | pH balance (acid mantle) |
| Male hormones that cause skin to become thicker and oilier during puberty. | androgens |
| The removal of dead skin from the epidermis by rubbing a terry washcloth over the skin, or by scrubbing it with an abrasive sponge, or soft-bristled complexion brush. | exfoliation |
| A skin product, gernerally containing alcohol and other ingredients, used to remove excess oil and refresh skin. | astringent |
| In skin care, to apply moisture to the face. | hydrating |
| A skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands resulting in the appearance of pimples and blemishes on the face, neck, and shoulders. | acne |
| A doctor who deals with the skin and its diseases. | dermatologist |
| A number used to measure sunscreen protection. The higher the SPF, the greater the protection provided. | sun protection factor (SPF) |
| A protein substance of which hair is made. | keratin |
| The inner, tubelike core of a shaft of hair. | medulla |
| The middle layer of hair shaft; it is responsbile for hair's elasticity and contains the pigment that gives hair its color. | cortex |
| The protective outer layer of scales on a hair shaft. | hair cuticle |
| A chemical product applied for the purpose of removing unwanted hair. | depilatories |
| A foot doctor. | podiatrist |
| The small strip of hardened skin that touches the fingernail or toenail. | nail cuticle |
| A physician who deals with diseases of the eye. | ophthalmologist |
| Ultraviolet amber rays that can be harmful to eyes if exposed to long periods in the sun. Sunglasses that filter the UVA rays offer the best protection. | UVA rays |
| Ultraviolet blue rays that can be harmful to eyes if exposed to long periods in the sun. Sunglasses that filter UVB rays offer the best protection. | UVB rays |
