We receive so much information on the skin regarding all of the latest and greatest lotions, potions and skincare treatments, so I thought this month it would be fun to share with you some other less publicized facts on your skin and skincare.
• Did you know that one square inch of skin contains approximately: 65 hairs, 100 sebaceous glands, 650 sweat glands, 78 heat sensors, 13 cold sensors, 1,300 nerve endings that can record pain, 9500 cells, 19 yards of nerves, 19,500 sensory cells and 165 pressure apparatuses for stimuli (touch)?
• The skin holds 14 pints of water overall.
• The nervous system is a close neighbor to the skin, thus making the skin emotional. Emotional stress or anxiety combined with using the wrong combinations of skin products can cause such chronic conditions such as hives, psoriasis, acne, and eczema.
• In certain cases, massaging the skin can help to reduce anxiety, energize lymphatic system and relax the body, while encouraging normal function of the skin.
Remember, the skin loves attention, so practicing proper skincare is vital to keeping your complexion in a healthy state.
Carol Donnelly is a Licensed Esthetician. Her practice Dermal Solutions Esthetic Center is located at 28073 Smyth Drive in Valencia. For a Free, Private Consultation call 661-295-0027.