The Biology of the Skin

The Biology of Integumement - Skin to You and I

Understanding how the skin works biologically will help you to be better able to make educated choices when it comes to skin rejuvenation methods. The following is some information to help you in your understanding of the skin and how it works.

What is the skin made of?
Important skin molecules
Sebum, sweat, skin pH and acid mantle
Skin collagen: More than meets the eye
Elastin: A neglected essential of skin youth
Hyaluronic acid: Another component of skin matrix health
Matrix metalloproteinases