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What gland produce oil which makes the skin waterproof and tough?
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∙ 11y ago
Sebum, which is secreted by the sebaceous glands connected to the hair follicles. Sebum keeps the hair and skin supple and waterproof, and is also a natural antiseptic that can reduce the growth of microorganisms.
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 11y agoIn the straum granulosum there is llamelated granuals that waterproof skin and there is keretohyline granuals tthat produce fillaggrin which collect keratin givingg strength to skin.
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∙ 13y agoDrinking a lot of water, will keep your skin soft. For waterproof, you will have to result in using Vaseline.
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∙ 9y agoSebum is the oil that keeps the skin waterproof and adds to its flexibility.
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∙ 9y agoSebaceous glands
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