CTS 10-12: Cosmetology: Skin

Chapter 10.4 of an open access textbook focused on human biology. It features detailed images, easy-to-read text, and interesting videos all about dermis.

Chapter 10.3 of an open access textbook focused on human biology. It features detailed images, easy-to-read text, and interesting videos all about epidermis.

Skin health is important to overall well-being and self-confidence. Educators will find more than 30 lesson plans designed to teach students ages 8-13 about healthy skin, hair, and nails.

A professional blog written by and for estheticians

We live in homes with over 100,000 microscopic species, each with its own set of unique traits and capabilities. Can humans harness these microbial capabilities to create beneficial applications and new technology?

Do you know your integumentary system? Your skin, which makes up 16% of your physical weight, is the largest organ in your body: laid out flat, it would cover close to 1.7 square meters of ground. But besides keeping your organs in, what is its purpose?

This video describes the science of skin colour. When ultraviolet sunlight hits our skin, it affects each of us differently. What was the evolutionary process that led to this variety of skin colours?

This video is a good summary of stress, as well as the how and why our bodies can have physical reactions to stress.

When we are cut or wounded, our skin begins to repair itself through a complex, well-coordinated process. Sarthak Sinha takes us past the epidermis and into the dermis to investigate this regenerative response.

Why do scars look different from the rest of our skin? And why do they stick around for so long after the incident that caused them?

You already know that a trip to the beach can give you a nasty sunburn, but the nitty gritty of sun safety is actually much more complex. Wrinkle-causing UVA rays and burn-inducing UVB's can pose a serious risk to your health (and good looks). So what can you do?

SmarterEveryDay explains the laser removal process for tattoos. As it turns out, the painful, complicated procedure surprisingly involves physics, biology and chemistry.

This video explores the history of tattoos, including the cultural history that dates back at least 8,000 years. Learn about the history of body modification and how it has evolved over time.

An excellent resource for learning about the ingredients contained in modern cosmetics.

Useful information from the US Food and Drug Agency about cosmetics.

This informative and often amusing blog is the brainchild of Michelle Wong, a chemist and science educator from Sydney, Australia. Using a mix of text, photos, videos, and even the occasional slideshow, Wong explains the science behind cosmetics and sorts fact from fiction. With a variety of topics covered, from sunscreen and vitamin C, to misinformation and marketing, educators will be sure to find great content to enjoy.

The seven-minute film examines the toxic chemicals used to create cosmetics and reveals the implications for consumer and worker health and the environment, and outlines ways we can move the industry away from hazardous chemicals and towards safer alternatives.

Today, lip cosmetics are a billion dollar industry, with 1 out of every 3 women claiming that they won’t leave home without applying lipstick. But how did it come to be so common?

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Learn about the myth that never dies -- that drinking lots of water improves your skin.

Your skin is your body's largest organ ... but it might be the most misunderstood. Here are five misleading myths about your skin

Cleanses and detox products don't remove toxins and some of them may even hurt your health. Learn what you can do to help your body flush out harmful substances.

What role does water play in our bodies, and how much do we actually need to drink to stay healthy?

We explain the amazing way your kidneys keep your system in balance -- and how you can really tell if you're dehydrated.

Teachers may enjoy this free dermatology course, available from Novosibirsk State University through the Coursera platform. Taught by dermatologist Irina Sergeeva, this free five-week course will introduce users to skin health.