The epidermis is the outer layer of skin cells. It plays a protective role against the attacks which the body has to constantly face, day and night.
Daily assaults of the epidermis
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The skin is the heaviest organ in the human body and the one with the biggest surface area. It is composed of three layers which have different functions and compositions. What are these layers and what do they do? Get to know the structure of the skin in order to best take care of it.
Summary

The dermis is a true support for the epidermis, to which it is attached by a junction called dermo-epidermal. It helps with:
feeding the skin cells
the elimination of waste
the regulation of the bloo...
The hypodermis can be compared to a fatty cushion protecting from shocks. It helps maintain the body temperature and supports structures like the hair roots. This deep layer acts as an interface betwe...