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Which layer of skin is tough and protective and is made with protein fibers?
Your skin is only about 1-2mm thick, your shape comes from your bones, muscle and fat.
Which protein permit streching and recoiling the skin?
Collagen is the major insoluble fibrous protein in the extracellular matrix and in connective tissue. It’s found in our muscles, bones, skin and tendons. Collagen production naturally begins to slow down as we age. Making wrinkles, sagging skin and weaker cartilage in the joints
Why does a cactus have skin?
To aid in moisture retension.
Which skin fibers look like strong cables?
tendons
How much protein is in an apple?
About 1 gramapple is not a rich source of protein, although it has a minimal amount of protein. It is rich in carbohydates-sugars and fibers. If you want to increase your body apple is not a good option, but still it is healthy option for our wellness.
Which layer of the skin produces collagen protein fibers to help give the skin its elasticity and pliability?
Epidermis
Does the skin become less flexible as an individual decrease in the number of protein fibers with the dermis?
Yes, as the number of collagen fibers decreases with age, the skin become less flexible.
Which layer of skin is tough and protective and is made with protein fibers?
Your skin is only about 1-2mm thick, your shape comes from your bones, muscle and fat.
What causes Dystrophic EB?
Dystrophic EB is caused by mutations in genes for type VII collagen, the protein contained in the fibers anchoring the epidermis to the deeper layers of the skin
Although you get wet while swimming a tough protein within the skin prevents it from soaking up moisture like a sponge This substance is called?
keratin
How does lotion moisturize your skin?
Lotion seals the skin and keeps moisture from escaping. It doesn't add moisture, but prevents your body from losing its own moisture.
What does moisturizing do?
It gives your skin some moisture, keeping it hydrated. If your skin becomes too dry and lacking moisture, then it is a must to moisturize straight away! I recommend QV moisturizer, it has SPF 30+ and it is not oily to put on, I also recommend Nivea Be Beautiful Tinted Moisturizer.
Does skin contain protein?
There are lots of things in skin. Yes, protein is part of it.
Which protein permit streching and recoiling the skin?
Collagen is the major insoluble fibrous protein in the extracellular matrix and in connective tissue. It’s found in our muscles, bones, skin and tendons. Collagen production naturally begins to slow down as we age. Making wrinkles, sagging skin and weaker cartilage in the joints
What keeps the skin soft?
Moisture
What fibers help give skin its springiness?
elastin
What gives skin flexability and strength?
Collagen fibers give the skin flexibility.
