What is the cuticle layer?

Answer 1

a waxy coating on a plant (apex)

Answer 2

Please note the term Cuticle is used interchangeably between human Anatomy to describe the area above the finger or toe nail, it is also used in Botany to describe the waxy covering of a leaf or thickened skin of fruit; additionally the term is used in Entomology to describe the covering of insects.

This answer relates to human Anatomy, please refer to the Related Question - What is a Plant cuticle for a Botanical definition.

Human Anatomy

The cuticle, or Eponychium (in a person) is the small area of skin above the finger- or toe-nail. It's what people sometimes bite, like the sides of their fingers. It is at the base where the nail connects to the actual finger. This skin is sensitive and delicate. It is a very thin layer of skin, and can be broken easily. Some people who bite their nails also tend to bite their cuticles. Despite being so small, they can bleed a LOT! It is important to keep up the condition of your cuticles. Many nails salons will do this (sometimes you might have to ask, though) when you get a mani or pedi done. This can be even done at home, because it just involves making sure the skin does not grow over the nail. That can cause some minor health problems, like irritation, slight pain, possible infection, or breaking of the skin. Cuticle health can either be maintained by trimming back the skin, or by pushing it back. This is most easily done when the skin is soft and moist, like after a hot shower or bath.

Answer 3

The cuticle layer is the outermost layer of the hair shaft that acts as a protective barrier. It consists of overlapping scales that help to protect the inner layers of the hair from damage and loss of moisture. Maintaining the cuticle layer's integrity is essential for healthy hair.

Answer 4

it is a top of a leaf!:0
it protects the body layer

Answer 5

A cuticle is the often white colored skin that attaches the side of your nail to your finger. If the cuticle is dry it may easily peel and bleed.

Answer 6

a plant that produces seeds

Answer 7

it is the out side of round worm

Answer 8

Thin waxy covering on the surface of a leaf