Sebaceous Gland Collection

Skin disorders, artwork
Skin disorders. Computer artwork showing the structure of the skin, and the layers affected by various skin disorders. Folliculitis is the inflammation of hair follicles; Bullae are blisters;

Normal cross section of the skin in layers
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Skin cross section showing a blackhead
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Skin cross section showing a papule
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Skin cross section showing a pustule
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Skin cross section showing a whitehead
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Illustration of structure of human skin and hair

Skin and hair follicles, light micrograph
Skin and hair follicles. Light micrograph of a section through skin, showing hair follicles (dark purple circular structures). Haematoxylin and eosin stain

Digital illustration of structure of human skin

Cross section biomedical illustration of hair follicle during growth phase

Human skin section, light micrograph
Human skin. Light micrograph of a section through healthy human skin. The outer surface of the skin is at top. The uppermost surface is the epidermis

Human skin section, light micrograph P710 / 0472
Human skin. Light micrograph of a section through healthy human skin. The outer surface of the skin is at top. The uppermost surface is the epidermis

Human skin, artwork F006 / 2317
Human skin. Computer artwork of a cross-section through human skin

Human skin, artwork F006 / 2316
Human skin. Computer artwork of a cross-section through human skin

Human skin, artwork F006 / 2315
Human skin. Computer artwork of a cross-section through human skin

Human skin, artwork F006 / 2314
Human skin. Computer artwork of a cross-section through human skin

Hair follicle, illustration C018 / 0795
Hair follicle, illustration. Hair is formed from the protein keratin. It is a dead tissue that is pushed up by growth from the bulb at the base of the follicle

Sebaceous gland, light micrograph C015 / 6911
Sebaceous gland. Light micrograph of a section through breast tissue showing a sebaceous gland. These glands produce an oily protective substance called sebum

Mouse tail, light micrograph
Mouse tail. Light micrograph of a cross-section through a mouses tail. At centre is the tail vein, which contains red blood cells. A smaller vein (purple squiggle) is seen at top centre left

Hair follicles, SEM
Hair follicles. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through freeze- fractured hair follicles in the skin

Acne, artwork
Acne. Computer artwork of a section through the skin showing a pimple forming in a hair follicle (centre) in the skin. The follicle has become blocked with sebum

Hair follicles, light micrograph. The hair shaft (orange) is surrounded by an internal root sheath (yellow), an external root sheath (pink) and connective tissue (brown)

Scalp tissue, light micrograph
Scalp tissue. Polarised light micrograph of a section through the human scalp. This section shows oblique and transverse sections through hair shafts (yellow-orange)

Skin tissue, light micrograph
Skin tissue. Light micrograph of a transverse section through human skin. The skin is made up of an outer epidermis (pale purple, across top) with hair follicles (deep purple)

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The sebaceous gland, a tiny but crucial component of our skin, plays a significant role in both maintaining its health and causing various skin disorders. A normal cross section of the skin reveals its intricate layers, with the sebaceous glands nestled within. These glands produce an oily substance called sebum that helps keep our skin moisturized and protected. However, when these glands become overactive or clogged, they can lead to pesky skin issues like blackheads, papules, pustules, and whiteheads. In a cross section showing a blackhead, we witness the accumulation of excess oil and dead skin cells within the pore. Similarly, a papule showcases inflammation caused by blocked sebaceous glands. A pustule exhibits an infected lesion filled with pus due to bacterial growth in the blocked gland. On the other hand, a whitehead occurs when trapped sebum remains beneath the surface of the skin. To better understand this complex system within our bodies, illustrations depicting the structure of human skin and hair prove invaluable. Light micrographs reveal intricate details of both our precious dermis and hair follicles while digital illustrations provide clear insights into their composition. Cross-section biomedical illustrations further enhance comprehension by showcasing detailed depictions of both healthy hair follicles during their growth phase as well as overall structures found in human skin. Exploring these captivating visuals not only deepens our knowledge about sebaceous glands but also highlights their significance in maintaining healthy-looking skin while shedding light on common dermatological concerns we may encounter along life's journey.