SKIN ANATOMY
Understanding the Skin’s Structure
The skin is composed of three interconnected layers that act as a natural barrier against environmental harm and pathogens while aiding in sensory perception. It plays a key role in how we feel and appear, influencing our sense of touch, temperature, and pain. True beauty and a natural radiance are deeply connected to the health and condition of the skin.
EPIDERMIS
The Epidermis: The Outermost Layer
The epidermis is the skin’s outermost layer, composed of multiple interlocking layers that regularly renew themselves. This regeneration process typically takes about 28 days, though it can take longer as we age.
SUBKUTIS
The Hypodermis: The Deepest Layer
The hypodermis, or subcutis, is the skin’s lowest layer, composed mainly of loose connective tissue and attached to underlying muscles and bones. It houses hair roots, sweat and sebaceous glands, scent glands, nerves, and larger blood and lymph vessels. This layer plays a vital role in supplying the skin with blood and nutrients.
DERMIS
The Dermis: The Middle Layer
The dermis, the skin’s middle layer, is made of connective tissue that provides tensile strength and supports skin structure. Composed mainly of collagen fibers, it plays a key role in thermoregulation, scar formation, and waste removal. It’s also where wrinkles tend to form.
BASALLAMINA
A Natural Barrier Between Layers
A natural barrier exists between the epidermis and dermis, preventing creams and serums from penetrating deeper layers. To effectively address skin aging, essential nutrients must be absorbed from within. This shift in approach is key to sustainable skincare.
