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Dermatophytes

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Dermatophytes are a type of fungi that can cause skin, hair, and nail infections. They are called dermatophytes because they have a special affinity for keratin, a protein that is found in the skin, hair, and nails. Dermatophytes are found worldwide and can infect...

Dermis

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The dermis is the middle layer of the skin. It is made up of connective tissue, which is a type of tissue that helps to support and protect the body. The dermis is also home to blood vessels, nerves, hair follicles, and sweat glands. The dermis is a thick layer of...

Desincrustation

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Desincrustation is a deep-cleansing skincare treatment that involves the use of alkaline-based products and/or electrical devices to break down hardened sebum, debris, and impurities trapped within the hair follicles. This process helps unclog pores, prevent acne...

Desmosomes

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Desmosomes are specialized intercellular junctions found in epithelial cells, which are the cells that make up the outermost layer of the skin (epidermis). They are composed of proteins called cadherins, which are responsible for cell adhesion, and other linker...

Desquamation

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Desquamation is a natural process that occurs in the skin, involving the shedding of dead skin cells from the surface of the skin. This shedding is a continuous process, where the older, dead skin cells are replaced by new ones. Desquamation is the process of shedding...