The outermost 25-30 layers of skin cells in the epidermis are actually dead. New skin cells are constantly being produced in the Stratum Basale. As this happens, the older cells get pu… See more

Skin is thicker in some areas, and thinner in others. On average, it’s only around 0.07 inches thick, but it covers approximately 20 square feet, and weighs just over 6 pounds. See more

The lipid content secreted by the cells in the epidermis gives skin a waterproof quality, as well as low permeability. For this reason, it’s very difficult for water and other substance… See more

As strange as it seems, it is possible for some areas of your skin to absorb oxygen. Mostly, it is the topmost layer of the skin, the epidermis, which is in direct contact with the air… See more